Essential Golf Accessories for Every Player: Golf Accessory Selection Tips

If you play the game (if you've landed here then I would assume you do) then you'll know there's more to golf than the game...

It's the gear. Golfer's are absolute suckers for it.

Of course, it’s still a game of precision, patience, practice... but yes... golf gear.

Here’s the lowdown on the essential golf accessories every player should have, with some solid golf accessory selection tips to keep you on point.

A golf ball about to be hit by a driver

Golf Accessories: What You Really Need

The basics. Let’s talk about the gear that you’ll actually benefit from on the course.

1. Golf Towels

Sweat, dirt, and grass stains are part of the game. A microfibre golf towel is perfect for cleaning your clubs and balls between shots. It’s lightweight, dries fast, and won’t scratch your gear.

The minimum standard is to have a golf bag towel hanging from your bag.

But the real pro's know that nobody should putt a dirty golf ball on the green. Which is why it's almost essential to have a golf ball towel in your pocket. You might think "I'll just use my bag towel", and that's a fair thought, but your golf bag isn't allowed on golf greens, so your golf bag towel is never with you.

2. Quality Golf Gloves

Your grip is everything. Cheap gloves wear out fast and don’t allow your hand to breathe, making your hands sweaty and slippery. Look for gloves made from breathable, durable materials like cabretta leather or synthetic blends. They’ll give you a better grip and last longer. Like these, Spike Golf Cabretta Leather Gloves.

3. Divot Repair Tools with Ball Markers

Fixing your divots isn’t just polite; it’s essential for course maintenance. A good divot tool is compact, easy to use, and ideally comes with a magnetic ball marker. The best divot tools we've found are similar to flick-knives. They tuck the blade away to protect your leg when it's in your pocket, and a quick push of the button reveals the tool.

4. Eco-Friendly Golf Tees

Seriously, ditch the plastic tees. They snap, litter the course, and are a nightmare for wildlife. Wooden golf tees are a thing of the past, it's all about Bamboo Golf Tees now. They're the real game-changer. Bamboo Golf Tees are incredibly strong – just think, they use bamboo for scaffolding in China – and they are biodegradable. They break down naturally and don’t leave a trace. Plus, they’re sturdy enough to give your ball a solid launch.

5. Rangefinders or GPS Devices

If you want to up your game, knowing the exact distance to the pin is a must. Rangefinders and GPS devices give you that info instantly. They’re a bit of an investment but worth every penny for the accuracy they bring.

Gear Up and Tee Off Responsibly

Golf is a game of respect - respect for the course, the players, and the environment. Your choice of accessories says a lot about your game and your values. Skip the plastic crap, invest in quality, eco-friendly gear, and watch your game and conscience improve.

For those serious about their golf gear, exploring a range of golf equipment that’s both high-performance and environmentally responsible is the way forward. Spike Golf are changing the golf tee landscape in the UK one tee at a time,. They don’t just perform, but also protect the planet.