Playing a round. Shorts or Pants?

[Golfingdad]

Originally Posted by Ernest Jones

I voted and wear pants when I play. I'm not sure why, I just do.

Why on earth would I be labeled a poser for wearing pants?

Yeah, I don't know, but there is apparently a lot of stuff (according to some people on here) that gets you labeled as a 'poser.'  Off the top of my head:

white belts

bright shirts

white pants

nice clubs (if you aren't very good)

crappy clubs (if you aren't very good)

nice clubs that are all one brand

a bag that is the same brand as your clubs

a monogrammed bag

hats that match your clubs or balls

And that is all just stuff from recent threads on here.  Why do so many people have opinions on stuff that makes 0% of difference in their lives?  You got me.  Keep on rocking the pants, my man!

Edit:  Forgot to answer the question ... I voted C, I wear shorts usually until it gets a little chilly (It's socal, so maybe a week a year in February??) and then I will break out the pants.

[jimdandy]

FOURPUTT wrote: "No, there isn't a dress code in golf.  Attire for the game has evolved as fashions changed throughout the years.  The only dress code is set by course policy, not by the game."

Soooo.....there is a dress code. In order to play golf anywhere, you have to agree to the dress code for that course.

And universal "dress code", at minimum, is no jeans or tank tops. And usually more stringent than that.

[Ernest Jones]

Originally Posted by Golfingdad

Yeah, I don't know, but there is apparently a lot of stuff (according to some people on here) that gets you labeled as a 'poser.'  Off the top of my head:

white belts

bright shirts

white pants

nice clubs (if you aren't very good)

crappy clubs (if you aren't very good)

nice clubs that are all one brand

a bag that is the same brand as your clubs

a monogrammed bag

hats that match your clubs or balls

And that is all just stuff from recent threads on here.  Why do so many people have opinions on stuff that makes 0% of difference in their lives?  You got me.  Keep on rocking the pants, my man!

Edit:  Forgot to answer the question ... I voted C, I wear shorts usually until it gets a little chilly (It's socal, so maybe a week a year in February??) and then I will break out the pants.

At least I'm wearing my pants and not gaming them. lol.

[sean_miller]

Originally Posted by Golfingdad

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Originally Posted by Ernest Jones

I voted and wear pants when I play. I'm not sure why, I just do.

Why on earth would I be labeled a poser for wearing pants?

Yeah, I don't know, but there is apparently a lot of stuff (according to some people on here) that gets you labeled as a 'poser.'  Off the top of my head:

white belts

bright shirts

white pants

nice clubs (if you aren't very good)

crappy clubs (if you aren't very good)

nice clubs that are all one brand

a bag that is the same brand as your clubs

a monogrammed bag

hats that match your clubs or balls

And that is all just stuff from recent threads on here.  Why do so many people have opinions on stuff that makes 0% of difference in their lives?  You got me.  Keep on rocking the pants, my man!

Edit:  Forgot to answer the question ... I voted C, I wear shorts usually until it gets a little chilly (It's socal, so maybe a week a year in February??) and then I will break out the pants.

If you wear shorts all the time, then wearing shorts isn't an issue. You have a reason to purchase nice shorts so you don't have to worry if your shorts meet the dress code. You also don't have to worry about baring your ghost legs that haven't seen the sun in 8 months and scaring dogs and small children.

[wadesworld]

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I think guys, other than golf pros, who wear pants in 80+ degree weather, who aren't doing so for a medical reason (particular sensitivity to temperature or sun or are covering up a hideously scarred leg, etc...) but are doing so for the sake of "decorum," "tradition" or "respect for the game" are simply pompous and full of themselves, trying to emulate a PGA Tour pro like an 11 year-old girl tries to emulate her favorite pop star.

I've been told that people in Africa and other such hot climates laugh at visitors (both American and European) because they don't know how to keep cool.  They wear shorts and short-sleeve T-shirts and then lather on the sunblock.  But if you'll notice, a lot of the locals are wearing long pants and light shirts.  The idea is that you're cooler if you keep the sun off your skin.  I haven't had a chance to test it yet, but it makes some sense.  However, I would also think humidity plays into the equation.  While it might work for dry heat, it probably won't work as well for sticky, humid heat.  (You don't see the natives running around the rain forrest in long pants)

Personally, as one who has had two basil-cell carcinoma's (typically non-dangerous skin cancer), I'll wear pants whenever I feel like it and I don't give a flip what anyone thinks.  However, when I do wear shorts, I ALWAYS wear sunscreen, so my legs are as white as the day is long.  A terrible sight for those around me I'm sure, but nothing I can do about it.  Safety first.

[Ernest Jones]

Originally Posted by wadesworld

I've been told that people in Africa and other such hot climates laugh at visitors (both American and European) because they don't know how to keep cool.  They wear shorts and short-sleeve T-shirts and then lather on the sunblock.  But if you'll notice, a lot of the locals are wearing long pants and light shirts.  The idea is that you're cooler if you keep the sun off your skin.  I haven't had a chance to test it yet, but it makes some sense.  However, I would also think humidity plays into the equation.  While it might work for dry heat, it probably won't work as well for sticky, humid heat.  (You don't see the natives running around the rain forrest in long pants)

Personally, as one who has had two basil-cell carcinoma's (typically non-dangerous skin cancer), I'll wear pants whenever I feel like it and I don't give a flip what anyone thinks.  However, when I do wear shorts, I ALWAYS wear sunscreen, so my legs are as white as the day is long.  A terrible sight for those around me I'm sure, but nothing I can do about it.  Safety first.

That is all very true, spicy food helps keep you cool as well. I also find pants give the mozzies and blackflies less surface area to munch on.

[Clambake]

Originally Posted by bcp

Does anyone know of a course that still requires pants?  I have never played one that didn't allow shorts.

Los Angeles Country Club is one I'm aware of.     Here's their dress code:

Please observe the following Club Dress Code policies during your visit:

GENERAL

· Denim of any color and kind are not permitted for any attire, including shirts and jackets.

· Shorts of any kind, including skorts, culottes, cut-offs, and capris are not permitted.

Shorts are permitted for gentlemen playing tennis.

· Multi-colored athletic shoes, sandals, go-aheads, clogs, or other types of beach shoes, including flip flops, are not  acceptable anywhere at
the Club.

· Cargo pants, leotard cut pants, jeans, jogging and gym attire are not permitted.

· Athletic type T-shirts are not allowed, including jerseys.

· Slogans or printed materials not related to the manufacturer is not permitted.

· Warm-up suits, or similar attire, are not permitted in the Clubhouse or on the golf courses; they are only permissible on the tennis courts.

MEN’S ATTIRE

· Men’s shirts must have sleeves and collars and be worn inside one’s trousers

· Men’s slacks must be of a tailored nature.

· Sport coat and/or suit with shirt and tie are required in the Main Dining Room, Main Lounge, Ronald W. Reagan Terrace and private
function rooms.

· Men must remove their caps or hats in all areas of the Clubhouse.  Caps are to be worn with the bill forward.

[jamo]

Los Angeles Country Club is one I'm aware of.     Here's their dress code: [SIZE=10px][COLOR=000000][SIZE=10pt]Please observe the following Club Dress Code policies during your visit:[/SIZE] [/COLOR][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969] [FONT='Arial Narrow'][U][COLOR=000000]GENERAL[/COLOR][/U][/FONT] [/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Denim of any color and kind are not permitted for any attire, including shirts and jackets.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px] [COLOR=FF0000][FONT=Verdana][FONT='Arial Narrow'] · Shorts of any kind, including skorts, culottes, cut-offs, and capris are not permitted. [/FONT][/FONT][/COLOR] [/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][FONT='Arial Narrow'][COLOR=000000]         Shorts are permitted for gentlemen playing tennis.[/COLOR][/FONT][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Multi-colored athletic shoes, sandals, go-aheads, clogs, or other types of beach shoes, including flip flops, are not  acceptable anywhere at          the Club.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Cargo pants, leotard cut pants, jeans, jogging and gym attire are not permitted.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Athletic type T-shirts are not allowed, including jerseys.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow'][COLOR=990000]·[/COLOR][/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'][COLOR=990000] [/COLOR][/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Slogans or printed materials not related to the manufacturer is not permitted.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Warm-up suits, or similar attire, are not permitted in the Clubhouse or on the golf courses; they are only permissible on the tennis courts. [/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][FONT='Arial Narrow'][COLOR=000000] [/COLOR][/FONT][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969] [FONT='Arial Narrow'][U][COLOR=000000]MEN’S ATTIRE[/COLOR][/U][/FONT] [/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Men’s shirts must have sleeves and collars and be worn inside one’s trousers[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Men’s slacks must be of a tailored nature.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Sport coat and/or suit with shirt and tie are required in the Main Dining Room, Main Lounge, Ronald W. Reagan Terrace and private          function rooms.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=11px][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=696969][COLOR=000000][FONT='Arial Narrow']·[/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow'] [/FONT][FONT='Arial Narrow']Men must remove their caps or hats in all areas of the Clubhouse.  Caps are to be worn with the bill forward.[/FONT][/COLOR][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]

Here's the women's dress code (below). Skirts by no skorts seems weird. Is it someone's job to check that sort of thing? WOMEN’S ATTIRE · Women’s shirts and blouses must be worn inside slacks or skirts, unless designed to be worn outside. All shirt tails must be tucked in. ·Tube or spandex tops and crop tops that expose the midriff are not permitted. · Formal or evening strapless attire is permitted. · Women’s slacks must be tailored and within 6” of the ankle. · Skirts must be no shorter than 4” above the knee. · Ladies’ acceptable attire in the Main Dining Room, Main Lounge, Ronald W. Reagan Terrace and private party rooms is a dress, dressy skirt and blouse, suit, tailored pants suit, pants and blazer or evening pants outfit following the length guidelines above. · Ladies’ may wear brimmed hats coordinating with their outfits in the Clubhouse; no caps or visors. WOMEN’S GOLF COURSE ATTIRE · Women’s shirts and blouses must be worn inside slacks or skirts, unless designed to be worn outside. All shirt tails must be tucked in. · Blouses or shirts that would allow the midriff to be exposed during golf play are not permitted. · Women’s slacks must be tailored and within 6” of the ankle. · Skirts must be no shorter than 4” above the knee. · Caps and visors are permitted on the golf courses and the Terrace Lounge’s Lower Terrace, but not in the Clubhouse. · Approved attire for wear on the golf courses is also acceptable in the informal areas of the Clubhouse.

[Fourputt]

That 's one reason why I've never even looked into joining a club.  They're so stuffy that you can't breathe.

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Soooo.....there is a dress code. In order to play golf anywhere, you have to agree to the dress code for that course.

And universal "dress code", at minimum, is no jeans or tank tops. And usually more stringent than that.

Open your eyes and look around.  Show me where you find a "universal" dress code.  There is no such thing.  Each course sets its own conditions.  I can name at least 4 courses within 20 minutes of my house outside of Denver where you would be wrong in your above description.  I can name one which charges $75 a round which still allows denim.

[Golfingdad]

Originally Posted by Fourputt

That 's one reason why I've never even looked into joining a club.  They're so stuffy that you can't breathe.

But that is at the extreme end of things.  The 'member equity clubs' as I think they are called, that require you to get an existing member to sponsor you before you can join are the type that I imagine are all closer to the stuffy side of things, but I wouldn't actually know because I've only been to one.

There are a lot of clubs out there that are very casual as well.

[sean_miller]

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Originally Posted by Fourputt

That 's one reason why I've never even looked into joining a club.  They're so stuffy that you can't breathe.

Quote:

Soooo.....there is a dress code. In order to play golf anywhere, you have to agree to the dress code for that course.

And universal "dress code", at minimum, is no jeans or tank tops. And usually more stringent than that.

Open your eyes and look around.  Show me where you find a "universal" dress code.  There is no such thing.  Each course sets its own conditions.  I can name at least 4 courses within 20 minutes of my house outside of Denver where you would be wrong in your above description.  I can name one which charges $75 a round which still allows denim.

A few of the top 10 rated public courses in Alberta allow denim. The top 3 public courses in my area allow it. Not very many people wear it, but it's allowed. One reason they allow it they make a lot of money mid-week in company tournaments and if they turned away once-a-year golfers based on attire they'd get less repeat business.

[jimdandy]

That 's one reason why I've never even looked into joining a club.  They're so stuffy that you can't breathe. Open your eyes and look around.  Show me where you find a "universal" dress code.  There is no such thing.  Each course sets its own conditions.  I can name at least 4 courses within 20 minutes of my house outside of Denver where you would be wrong in your above description.  I can name one which charges $75 a round which still allows denim. :-)

There is a universal dress code, and most people follow it- collared shirt, with slacks or shorts. If you want to dress like white trash, jeans and a cut off shirt... Go right ahead. I wouldn't golf at a place like that. Would love to know the name of the club charging 75 allowing denim. Name???

[sean_miller]

Originally Posted by jimdandy

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Originally Posted by Fourputt

That 's one reason why I've never even looked into joining a club.  They're so stuffy that you can't breathe.

Open your eyes and look around.  Show me where you find a "universal" dress code.  There is no such thing.  Each course sets its own conditions.  I can name at least 4 courses within 20 minutes of my house outside of Denver where you would be wrong in your above description.  I can name one which charges $75 a round which still allows denim.

There is a universal dress code, and most people follow it- collared shirt, with slacks or shorts. If you want to dress like white trash, jeans and a cut off shirt... Go right ahead.

I wouldn't golf at a place like that. Would love to know the name of the club charging 75 allowing denim. Name???

Not saying I'd show up in jeans, but some do and they're A.) not turned away and B.) find players. A cut off shirt though? Can't say I've ever seen that allowed on any course anywhere any time.

http://www.wolfcreekgolf.com/

[Golfingdad]

Originally Posted by sean_miller

Not saying I'd show up in jeans, but some do and they're A.) not turned away and B.) find players. A cut off shirt though? Can't say I've ever seen that allowed on any course anywhere any time.

http://www.wolfcreekgolf.com/

That's a really nice looking course!  I like the 278 yd par 3!  ouch.

[Dave2512]

I get that people like to do their own thing but I don't understand the folks that don't observe the dress code. I wouldn't wear jeans to the course just like I wouldn't wear golf threads to an AC\DC concert. But I blame the courses for not enforcing the code more than the doofus that shows up wearing a wife-beater.

Being a Colorado resident I can attest to Fourputt's comment about courses here allowing jeans, or worse. Unfortunately I see it all the time. Played behind some guys last night wearing work clothes, watched them get into Halliburton trucks (oil field service) after they finished.

I prefer frequenting the places that enforce the code but the courses near my house are the only ones I can make it to and get in golf after work before dark. On the weekends I play at my parents club and they won't let you drink a beer in the bar if you have jeans on. Can't get into the dining room without a jacket if you're a guy.

[Fourputt]

Originally Posted by jimdandy

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Originally Posted by Fourputt

That 's one reason why I've never even looked into joining a club.  They're so stuffy that you can't breathe.

Open your eyes and look around.  Show me where you find a "universal" dress code.  There is no such thing.  Each course sets its own conditions.  I can name at least 4 courses within 20 minutes of my house outside of Denver where you would be wrong in your above description.  I can name one which charges $75 a round which still allows denim.

There is a universal dress code, and most people follow it- collared shirt, with slacks or shorts. If you want to dress like white trash, jeans and a cut off shirt... Go right ahead.

I wouldn't golf at a place like that. Would love to know the name of the club charging 75 allowing denim. Name???

Look up Fossil Trace Golf Club.

You really are a stuck up dandy, aren't you?  Thank God I only play with real people.  White trash.... really?  You need to get out more.  This is where I live... how about you?

[Golfingdad]

Originally Posted by Fourputt

Look up Fossil Trace Golf Club.

You really are a stuck up dandy, aren't you?  Thank God I only play with real people.  White trash.... really?  You need to get out more.  This is where I live... how about you?

Looks totally white trash to me.  How do you manage to live in that dump??

[sean_miller]

Originally Posted by Golfingdad

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Originally Posted by Fourputt

Look up Fossil Trace Golf Club.

You really are a stuck up dandy, aren't you?  Thank God I only play with real people.  White trash.... really?  You need to get out more.  This is where I live... how about you?

Looks totally white trash to me.  How do you manage to live in that dump??

Pssst . . . I think those chairs are plastic.