Golf Bag Accessories

Golf Balls

I know, I know. This one seems so obvious when reading this. Who would ever forgot golf balls? Um, everybody. Believe me, everybody I’ve ever golfed with has forgotten golf balls at one time or another. Sometimes it’s not that you forgot. You just lost track of how many balls you lost the last couple of rounds. Regardless of why it happens, just know that it is a regular occurrence that people show up at the first tee box without any golf balls. Don’t be one of those people.

Golf Towel

Your clubs and balls are going to get dirty. There are times where the club head or the ball will get completely covered with mud or dirt. Having a club to clean clubs and balls is very important. We suggest getting a dark towel (hides dirt better) to clip onto your bag for easy wiping every time you put a club back in your bag. We also recommend having an extra towel (are you seeing a trend here?) in your bag in case you get mud on you or you just need to wipe something off of yourself.

Golf Rangefinder

A rangefinder is an extremely convenient tool that can give you distances to the green, the flag, hazards, etc. on the fly. This tool is a must for any golfers that are intermediate skill level or higher. The only way to know what club you should use is to know the distance you want to cover. With a rangefinder you will always know the distance you are trying to cover. Rangefinders are also great for measuring the distances of your shots both when playing and practicing. This is how you learn the distances you hit each club.

Divot Tool

All players, (yes, even you beginners) should have a divot repair tool every time you play golf. Even newer golfers are likely to hit at least one good approach shot that will put a “mark” on the green. Though not technically divots, they are indentations on the putting surface that can easily affect a putt if the ball were to run over it. Course etiquette, and common courtesy, dictates that you take care of any marks you leave on the putting green. A divot tool is designed for this exact purpose. And as a suggestion, buy three or four to keep in your bag. It’s very easy to forget that it’s in your pocket. At home you empty your pockets, including the divot tool, onto your dresser. Then when you need it next on the golf course, it’s right where you left it.

Golf Glove

If you live in a place with cold, snowy winters, then it’s possible you take a 3 to 6 month hiatus from golf each year. Or maybe you just don’t play golf more than a few times a year. Gloves are especially important for these types of players to avoid raw skin and blisters. There is nothing fun about playing golf with blisters on your hands. You may also consider a rain glove. These are gloves specifically designed to not slip if the grip is wet. If you live in a place that gets a lot of rain, or where the weather can turn from sunny to rainy in 20 minutes, you should definitely get yourself a rain glove in addition to a standard glove.

Golf Ball Retriever

Everybody hits a bad shot. Jordan Spieth’s two shots into the water on hole 12 at the Master’s comes to mind. You are going to hit bad shots too. You’re also going to hit good shots that end up in bad spots. A golf ball retriever is what you need in these situations. There are so many balls, some of them $4 a pop, that are in three feet of water. They can be clearly seen, but not reached…unless you have a golf ball retriever. A ball retriever will help (more often than you might think) you retrieve your balls in many situations. It will also help you grab some really nice balls in great condition that other golfers couldn’t reach because they weren’t as prepared as you.

Chapstick

It’s awful when you notice your lips getting chapped in the middle of a round and you’ve still got over 2 hours to play in hot sun. Having chapstick in my bag has been a total lifesaver on a number of occasions.

Sunscreen

Even if you’re just playing 9 holes, you’re likely going to be at it for 2+ hours. That’s a lot of exposure on a sunny day. And if you’re playing 18 or more holes, you are definitely going to get sunburned without sunscreen, especially if it is early in the season and your tan isn’t quite developed yet. Ideally you rub sunscreen on your arms and face at least 30 minutes before your round begins and then wash your hands. Trust us though, you are going to forget. Keep a spray can of sunscreen in your bag for fast and easy application on the days you forget to plan ahead.

Bug Spray

Bugs are another one of those things that get completely overlooked by golfers. But man oh man, on those days just after rain or when playing near a lake or marshy land, the bugs (mosquitos) can be absolutely brutal. I don’t use my bug spray very often, but on those occasions when I need it, I am so grateful I have it. Again, keep a spray can of bug spray in your bag for easy and fast application when you need it.