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Cap, visor or beanie: golf headwear by weather
Illustrative imageMost golfers carry one hat. Having the right one for the day is a small thing that makes a four-hour round more comfortable.
Cap: the everyday choice#
A cap covers the top of your head and shades your eyes, so it is the default for most rounds from spring to fall. Structured caps hold a sharper shape; unstructured caps sit lower and softer.
Visor: open on top#
A visor shades your eyes but leaves the top of your head open. Some golfers like it on hot days; others prefer a cap so the top of the head is covered from the sun. If you wear a visor, put sunscreen on your scalp and part line.
Beanie: for cold mornings#
A knit beanie earns its place on cold mornings and through frost delays. Many golfers start in a beanie and switch to a cap once the sun is up, so in spring and fall keep both in the bag.
Hat etiquette#
Wear a cap facing forward on the course. Take your hat off indoors, especially in a clubhouse dining room, where many clubs expect it.
Questions#
Is it rude to wear a hat in the clubhouse?
At many clubs, yes. Caps are often expected to come off indoors, especially in the dining room.
Can you wear a beanie on the golf course?
Yes. Knit hats are a common sight on cold days at nearly every course.
Should I buy a fitted or an adjustable golf cap?
Either works. Fitted caps come in sizes, so measure your head first; adjustable caps cover a range of sizes with a strap at the back.
