Glove Questions (does price matter)

[wkndhckr]

I started playing 1.5 yrs ago and was opposed to a glove. I've improved and I'm swing much faster than last summer which mean no glove isn't cutting it anymore. I generally go overboard with quality so I'm wondering if anyone has found a significant difference in the $30 gloves over the $10 gloves. 

[dubbelbogey]

In my opinion, it depends on what $10 (or less) gloves you're talking about. There's some pretty crummy gloves in that price range (e.g. what you'll find at Walmart).

 

But two gloves that are in the $6/$7 range that very good are the Kirkland gloves from Costco and the MG Golf gloves. Both available online.

[cfmgolf]

Typically the higher priced ones will be made from a higher grade / thinner leather, while the lower priced ones will use synthetic materials that can be heavier and wear longer.  Find one that fits you properly and makes the grip comfortable regardless of price.  If you are budget conscious some of the lower priced versions can work well.  

[cjlayer30]

There's almost guaranteed to be a glove less than $15 that you're comfortable in and works well for you. Will be some trial and error until you find it. 

 

The real work is in seeing if there is a  $30 glove that lasts 5x as long as a $12 glove - and then assessing your decision there.

[MPAndreassi]

23 minutes ago, cjlayer30 said:

The real work is in seeing if there is a  $30 glove that lasts 5x as long as a $12 glove - and then assessing your decision there.

My math says it only needs to be 2.5x as long, but 5x would be outstanding. 

[Lasorcier]

Bionic gloves are one that I have found to last pretty long for $30ish glove.  I get 2-3 months from one and I usually play 6x a week on average.

[caniac6]

I really like the Costco gloves. I’m pretty sure they are 4 for approximately $20 at the warehouse. I really like the FootJoy gloves, but they are about $21 for one.

[4x4GGG]

I would say the Kirkland glove feels like a quality glove but for only $5. 

[PJE]

I like the Mizuno Elite. It's about $15 and it lasts a long time. It's Cabretta leather in the palm, thumb, and forefinger but synthetic leather for the rest of the glove.

Which, of course, is why it's cheaper than Titleist and Footjoy all leather gloves. 

[NJBigFish22]

I think you can get good gloves for $8-10. Plus I usually buy multiples at a time since my hands sweat a lot, and will use 2-3 gloves a round in the summer.  So I would rather get 3 for $30 than just 1.

[cjlayer30]

36 minutes ago, MPAndreassi said:

My math says it only needs to be 2.5x as long, but 5x would be outstanding. 

Not exactly. Some people don't like having higher value items even if they last as long in case they get lost or damaged. So even if it lasts 3x as long, but you lose one every month, then it isn't wroth it.

[Bye]

I tend to go for a mid range leather glove, the ones with the mesh over the knuckles. They keep their shape better and last a bit longer. 

[MattM97]

You'll find some higher priced gloves feel really nice but that doesn't mean they are better. There are a few higher priced gloves like the TaylorMade TP Flex, this is my favorite glove but I don't buy it unless it's on sale cause I've gone through some quick and others a solid amount of time. I just got the Kirkland glove and feel solid, will probably play the bulk with some cheaper gloves. 

[Duffer222]

Just glad I don’t wear one.

[timbo08]

I can usually find the Titleist Players or Footjoy equivalent for around $20-$21 per glove which I am fine with.  I like that the Leather isn't as heavy as some of the lessor priced options.  Sort of feels like wearing a leather driver glove versus a big snow mitten, but that's an extreme example and just in my own head, I'm sure I could just as easily get used to something else in the long run. 

 

That being said, I am a lefty and we don't always have the widest range of glove options to choose from so there could be something out there closer to that $10-$15 range that just isnt' available to me.  

[Red4282]

Ive tried just about every glove and hands down mg gloves is where its at. 

[Pepperturbo]

Difference between $10 and $30 glove is amount and calibre of leather, quality of sewing, and level of fit.  I use either FootJoy StaSof or Titleist Perma Soft

[Striker Ace]

My favorite is Maxfli Elite 2 for $30 at Dicks Sporting Goods or Golf Galaxy. Feels perfect and great quality. 

[larryd3]

MG golf elite gloves.  Great quality and under $10 a piece.  I've been using them for years and no issues with them.  

[North Butte]

If the Costco or MG gloves happen to fit your hands, then gloves do not have to be expensive. Otherwise they can get very pricey to play a nice, thin leather glove. 
 

Some people get along OK with the synthetic gloves and they are cheaper plus they last longer. Also washable. 

[Justsomeguy]

Avoid the total garbage. Otherwise you don't need all the advertised high line features unless you need it, like no slip for sweaty palms or rain.

It only matters that it be new enough - tacky - and fit you right.

Be careful whether or not you have "cadet" fingers.

A good fitting fresh glove will make a huge difference in play.

[wkndhckr]

I keep hearing about MG gloves. Bloves. The only video I've seen of them was some guy where the glove busted where the glove busted on the 1st or 2nd swing. For the price and number of recommendations I guess it's worth a shot. The specific one I almost bought today was a $30 glove it's $30 glove that was foot joy it looked to be all leather with a few holes in it no mesh.

I dug out a glove that has been unused that I bought when I started. It's Callaway and it may have been a target or Walmart purchase. 

Edited July 16, 2021 by wkndhckr

[North Butte]

9 hours ago, wkndhckr said:

I keep hearing about MG gloves. Bloves. The only video I've seen of them was some guy where the glove busted where the glove busted on the 1st or 2nd swing. For the price and number of recommendations I guess it's worth a shot. The specific one I almost bought today was a $30 glove it's $30 glove that was foot joy it looked to be all leather with a few holes in it no mesh.

I dug out a glove that has been unused that I bought when I started. It's Callaway and it may have been a target or Walmart purchase. 

I don't know what the deal is with MG.

 

I'd heard for years how great they were. So several years ago I broke down and ordered two each of the regular and Elite models. Of the four gloves, no two of them fit quite the same and the only one that fit perfectly was one of the two Elites. 

 

One of the non-Elite gloves I literally couldn't use it was too small. The other non-Elite fit OK but after I wore it twice a seam tore. One of the Elite gloves was a little loose but I wore it anyway. On about the fifth swing the palm tore out of it. The other Eilte glove fit OK except the thumb was really short and uncomfortable. I wore it anyway and it quickly stretched out of shape then eventually tore in the palm.

 

Now fast forward maybe four years, I decided to try the Elite gloves again. Ordered two. They were both about as comfortable and durable as any glove I've ever used. They run a bit on the large side compared to other brands (Medium in the MG Elite fits me perfectly, Medium in most brands are a little too snug for comfort) but the quality seems outstanding. I alternated those two gloves for about 15 rounds and one was starting to show some wear in the palm while the other was still in great shape.

 

So I ordered six more of them and have been using the original two plus two of the second batch. Still holding up well and are not stretching out of shape too badly even under the stress of being completely soaked with sweat every time I wear them in July. Just an excellent, durable glove.

 

So there you go. Six months ago I'd have told you to stay away from MG gloves. Now I'm tempted to say everyone ought to try them. In future, if I do get a bad glove or a bad batch of them I'll just return them for a refund, wait a while and try again.

 

Of the ones I've used this last six months only one glove seemed to have a problem. About a 2" long piece of thread unraveled from the stitching on the index finger. I figured, "Here we go again". But I've worn it several rounds now and nothing has fallen apart. Just that one little piece of thread still sticking out. Whatever.

[Lefty96]

I have been using mg gloves for about my last 15 or so gloves. The elite is better than the regular. The regular is fine its just a bit thick, and with the elite being less than 8 bucks a glove it seems like a no brainer to just get the nicer one. I have had no issues with the fit and durability seems on par with any of the 20+ dollar gloves (footjoy, titleist). I now just order 5 or six of them whenever I open up my last glove. If you don't care about having a top brand name on your hand then this is the way to go. 

[Abh159]

Been using the MG dynagrip elite for several years, and I've never had a single issue with them. They'll last 10-20 rounds depending on the time of year and how much I'm sweating in them. 

 

I'm guessing the people that have had issues with them "splitting open" were wearing a size that was too small. 

[driveandputtmachine]

Every glove can have a bad run.  My last order of MG gloves I switched to a new one on hole 5 or 6.  Pulling it on I ripped it near the velcro on top of the hand.

 

This is the ONLY issue I have had in the last 3 or so years using them.  I love the fact I can get them personalized on the enclosure as well.

[PEI_Golfer]

Was a long time Stasof glove wearer, but now that they are north of $30 here I've given up paying that.  Was able to find a pile of close outs from Sportchek of the Sciflex for under $15 and bought all they had in my size (M/L Cad).  Have an order in of the Red Rooster gloves as the sample they sent me felt exactly like the Stasof's, but the pricing is only a few dollars less, so won't be worth it in the long run.

 

I stay away from the synthetic gloves, just don't like the feel, and if the fit is fine, haven't noticed a huge difference in the lower priced leather gloves.  Haven't tried the Kirkland gloves, but also don't think that they will fit as they won't carry Cad sizing I'm guessing.

[dubbelbogey]

9 minutes ago, driveandputtmachine said:

Every glove can have a bad run.  My last order of MG gloves I switched to a new one on hole 5 or 6.  Pulling it on I ripped it near the velcro on top of the hand.

 

This is the ONLY issue I have had in the last 3 or so years using them.  I love the fact I can get them personalized on the enclosure as well.

So true. Years ago I had a Titlelist glove tear after a couple of rounds. They're made from natural leather and this can happen to any brand, so I don't really blame any brand in particular for this.

[Hollywoodtlb]

I'm sure the costco glove is great value but good lord is the branding way too ugly/loud for a glove.

[PittShark]

I've been using the MG elite exclusively for last couple years and plan to continue using them.  Price wise it's nearly unbeatable - $7 a piece means I order them three at a time for the cost (or possibly less than the cost) of the more expensive options.  I get a near perfect fit from the cadet medium so size is spot on for me, and durability has been excellent for the most part.  As a couple others noted, sure....every now and then you get a bad one.  I had one earlier this year that ripped on the thumb much quicker than any others, but if out of the dozen or so MG gloves I've used in the last couple years, I have ONE that breaks down early?  I'll take it at that price.

 

Someone gave me a FJ StaSof glove this past spring as a gift so I did use that briefly earlier this year.  No exaggeration - it ripped on me roughly half as quick as my MG's were averaging.  That's not to say that the quality isn't as good as a whole, but goes to show that even with a $20+ glove, you can run into a bad one at any time.