Cold-Morning Golf in India: Rain-Grip and Everyday Golf Gloves Compared (FootJoy, Fit39)
Dew, drizzle and cold hands change how a golf glove performs. Compare FootJoy Rain Grip, SofJoy and Fit39 EX gloves, priced ₹1,325 to ₹1,795, before the winter season.
Cold-morning golf gloves in India: why dew and drizzle change your grip
From late October, early tee times at many Indian courses start with heavy dew on the fairways and a damp grip. Cold hands sweat less than hot ones, but wet grips and wet leather are the real problem: a normal golf glove can turn slick, and you start squeezing the club harder, which usually costs you feel and distance. That is why golfers who play morning rounds often keep two types of glove in the bag: a rain-oriented one and a soft everyday one.
What makes a rain-grip golf glove different?
Rain-style gloves are designed to keep their grip when wet, rather than losing it. The FootJoy Men's Rain Grip Golf Glove costs ₹1,325 and is sold for the left hand, which is the glove hand for right-handed golfers. Check the listing for the size and colour options before ordering, since golf gloves are fitted closely.
FootJoy and Fit39 gloves compared
| Glove | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| FootJoy Rain Grip (LH) | ₹1,325 | Damp, dewy or drizzly rounds |
| Fit39 EX Japan (White, LH) | ₹1,525 | Everyday play, light and close fit |
| Fit39 EX Japan (Black, LH) | ₹1,525 | Same glove, darker colour that hides dirt |
| FootJoy SofJoy | ₹1,795 | Soft feel for dry, comfortable rounds |
The simplest approach is to treat the Rain Grip as your damp-weather glove and one of the other three as your dry-day glove. The price difference between all four is only a few hundred rupees, so fit and feel should drive the choice. Our golf glove buying guide explains sizing and when to replace a glove in more detail.
How do you keep gloves working in damp weather?
- Rotate two gloves. A glove that dries between rounds lasts longer than one worn wet every morning.
- Dry them flat, in shade. Heat from a dashboard or heater can stiffen leather and shrink the fit.
- Carry a towel. Wipe the grip and the glove between shots rather than waiting for the glove to cope on its own.
- Replace when the palm shines. A glazed palm is a sign the glove has lost grip, whatever the weather.
A glove only helps if the grip underneath is in good shape. If your club grips are hard or slick, a fresh set will change more than a new glove.
Shop the gear
- FootJoy Men's Rain Grip Golf Glove (LH) — ₹1,325
- FootJoy Men's SofJoy Golf Glove — ₹1,795
- Fit39 EX Japan Golf Glove LH (White) — ₹1,525
- Fit39 EX Japan Golf Glove LH (Black) — ₹1,525
Related reading
- How to Choose Golf Gloves: A Buying Guide for India
- How to Choose a Golf Glove in India: Fit, Material and When to Replace It
- Golf Dress Code in India: What to Wear on the Course (and What Gets Turned Away)
Frequently asked questions
Which hand does a golf glove go on?
Right-handed golfers wear the glove on the left hand, and left-handed golfers wear it on the right. The listings here are for the left hand.
Do I need a rain glove in India?
Not for dry rounds, but early-morning dew and monsoon-edge showers make a rain-style glove useful as a second glove in the bag.
How often should I replace a golf glove?
Replace it when the palm becomes slick or the leather stretches and wrinkles. Players who play several times a week may go through a glove in a couple of months.
