Golfweek’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Riley’s picks including Nike, Peter Millar, G/FORE and more

Only the best of the best make Riley’s Picks.

Throughout November and December, Golfweek has been releasing dozens of gift guides to make the holiday season easier for all you folks out there who are buying for the golfers in your life. We’ve compiled equipment lists, we’ve compiled apparel lists, we’ve highlighted some of the best sales from the game’s biggest brands, but now it’s my turn to put together a list of some of my favorite items that would make terrific gifts for the golfer in your life.

I’ve scoured the internet for apparel, tech, equipment and more from brands like Nike, Peter Millar, G/FORE, Rhoback, and TravisMathew.

Here are 18 items that would surprise and delight the player (or players) for whom you’re buying.

Best golf sweaters for fall 2023

Stay comfortable and classy on the golf course with this list of best golf sweaters.

Fall golf is officially here which means players across the country need to stock up on some cool-weather gear.

As fall goes on, we’ll be releasing equipment and apparel lists to make sure you’re ready to go the next time you hit the course.

In this list, we’ve scoured the internet for the best golf sweaters on the market from brands like Peter Millar, Rhoback, Nike, johnnie-O and more.

If you want to check out some of our previously released lists, these are worth a look: Best quarter zips for fall 2023, best golf pants for fall 2023 and best golf vests for fall 2023.

Best quarter zips for fall golf in 2023

Play all fall long with our list of best quarter zips for fall of 2023.

The best time of the year is on its way – fall.

Yes, the leaves are starting to turn, the temperatures are starting to drop and everyone is grabbing pumpkin spice lattes on their way to work.

In the golf world, fall means one thing: it’s time to stock up on cool-weather gear.

To start our fall series, we’ve compiled a list of the best quarter zips in the game from brands like Peter Millar, TravisMathew, Ralph Lauren, Nike, Rhoback and more.

If you’re interested in checking out some of our other equipment lists, here are some great options: Best affordable golf balls for 2023, best affordable putters for 2023 and best golf gloves for 2023.

Best October golf sales to keep you playing throughout the fall season

Save big with our list of the best golf sales in the month of October.

Although the warm weather is slowly starting to leave us, arguably the best time of year for golf is on deck.

It’s tough to beat temperatures in the 60s and 70s and the leaves starting to turn orange, red and brown.

Fall golf is the best and to celebrate its arrival, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best sales you can take advantage of this month. These featured items come from brands like Nike, Adidas, DICK’S Sporting Goods and more.

If you’re interested in any of our other lists, check out best affordable putters for 2023, best affordable wedges for 2023 and best affordable drivers for 2023.

Support the U.S. at the 2023 Ryder Cup with Team USA themed gear

Cheer on Team USA at the Ryder Cup this weekend and gear up with some of our favorite Ryder Cup themed gear.

The 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Rome is nearly here as matches between the Zach Johnson-led Team USA and the Luke Donald-led Team Europe get underway Friday morning.

To make sure Americans across the globe are supporting their team, we’ve put together a list of some of the best U.S. Ryder Cup gear we could find from brands like NOBULL, Ralph Lauren, TaylorMade, FootJoy and more.

If you’re interested in checking out some of our other apparel/equipment lists, here’s best affordable putters for 2023, best affordable drivers for 2023, and a write-up on the adidas MC87 4D golf shoes.

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Best Labor Day golf sales

Save BIG with our list of best Labor Day golf sales including Nike, Adidas, DICK’S Sporting Goods and more.

September has arrived, which means even though the PGA Tour has hit its offseason, golf is still in full swing with the new season around the corner and the Ryder Cup on everyone’s mind.

There are only a couple of months left for the recreational golf season in a lot of the country, so take advantage of the warm weather and celebrate the end of summer out on the course.

Our list of best Labor Day Weekend golf sales has equipment, apparel, gear to help your game now and training aids to help during those pesky winter months as well.

If you’re looking for more warm-weather gear, check out our recent lists: Golf Polos | Golf Shorts | Golf Hats | Golf Sunglasses

Best golf hats in 2023

Cap your outfit with one of our favorite golf hats in 2023.

Forget polos, forget shorts — a great hat can bring your outfit to the next level the next time you play 18 holes with your buddies.

With countless different styles, it’s easy to find a hat that matches your personality and wardrobe.

So, we thought we’d put together a list of some of the best golf hats we could find from brands like Titleist, Nike, adidas, FootJoy and more.

If you’re interested in some of our other lists, we’ve recently put out a best shorts list and a best golf socks list.

Let’s dive into our hats list, starting with a classic from Titleist.

FootJoy has released new and improved HydroSeries rain gear pieces

The HydroSeries rain jackets are designed to safeguard golfers in a spectrum of conditions.

FootJoy, one of the more popular outerwear brands in golf, is enhancing the playing experience in all wet conditions with a new and improved comprehensive rainwear lineup.

Embracing the challenge of unpredictable weather, the HydroSeries rain jackets are designed to safeguard golfers in a spectrum of conditions, ranging from gentle mists to torrential downpours. 

Powered by DryJoys waterproof technology, the HydroSeries emerges as the ultimate armor, ensuring protection for every golfer, regardless of the environment or course location. Every jacket from this series comes with a two-year waterproof warranty.

FootJoy’s outerwear seems constructed to last and these could be investment pieces that will stay with a player for years.

FootJoy DryJoys Select
FootJoy DryJoys Select. (FootJoy)

Elevating the HydroSeries, FootJoy is introducing the DryJoys Select, a waterproof and breathable rain jacket. This tour-proven piece sets a benchmark in golf outerwear, utilizing a crafted 2.5-layer fabric that not only reduces weight but also offers unrestricted mobility while delivering peak waterproof resilience. This fabric allows for a 4-way stretch shell with Xtreme DWR Finish and a waterproof rating of 25,000mm. This is FootJoy’s most technical jacket coming in at a price of $450.

“The new DryJoys Select is for the player who requires elite, all-weather protection,” said PJ Skurla, Director of Design, FJ Apparel. “This premium jacket offers thin, lightweight stretch that doesn’t impede your golf swing, with a soft, quiet and flexible feel.”

HydroLite X Women
FootJoy HydroLite X Women. (FootJoy)

Among FootJoy’s latest additions is the HydroLite X, a push for outerwear comfort, fashioned to cater to warmer playing conditions. The HydroLite X not only guards against summer rain but also has strategically placed knit panels on the arms and back, amplifying the ability to move and stay flexible during your golf swing. The X has a waterproof rating of 20,000 mm and is priced at $195.

Completing the HydroSeries lineup are the HydroTour and HydroKnit rain jackets. Engineered from advanced materials, both these offerings guarantee 100% waterproof and breathable coverage.

FootJoy HydroTour
FootJoy HydroTour jacket. (FootJoy)

The HydroTour has adjustable waterproof cuffs, DrySeal technology and is seam sealed which allows for a waterproof rating of 20,000 mm. The HydroTour is priced at $295.

The HydroKnit features a 3-layer fabric that balances the attributes of a high-performance rain jacket with the comfort and feel reminiscent of a mid-layer. The super stretch knit shell with DWR finish and waterproof front zipper half-zip construction gives the jacket a waterproof rating of 15,000 mm. The HydroKnit is available for $240.

“Every golfer deserves a rain jacket that thrives amidst the elements, and we leave no stone unturned in perfecting every detail to ensure every day on the course remains an enjoyable experience,” said Chad Crocker, Director of Product Management at FJ Apparel.

Explore FJ’s Outerwear Selector, guiding you toward the jacket that perfectly aligns with your climate conditions. www.footjoy.com/outerwearfinder.

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Best golf socks in 2023

Often overlooked, a pair of golf socks can really make or break a round.

A great round of golf can only be ruined by a handful of things.

A sudden change in the weather and a bad shot or two are to be expected and oftentimes something out of your control. One thing you can control on the course, however, is the comfort of your feet.

There’s nothing that derails a round like a bad pair of socks. Catching a blister on the back of your heel or having your toe poke through, opening a sweaty river in the sole of your new favorite pair of golf shoes can ruin your day on the course.

Socks are not often thought of as an important piece of equipment, but we’re here to change that. What other sport, besides distance running, are you on your feet for miles and hours at a time? Take care of your feet and you’ll see improvements in your focus, recovery and even in your score.

14 cool pieces of gear from the 2023 FedEx St. Jude Championship

Check out our favorite pieces of gear from the FedEx St. Jude Championship including FootJoy polos, Under Armour quarter zips, Nike jackets and more.

The 2023 FedEx Cup Playoffs are here as the top 70 in the point standings have made their way to Memphis, Tennessee, for the FedEx St. Jude Championship at TPC Southwind.

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, who holds the No. 2 spot in the point standings behind only Jon Rahm, has his sights set on the FedEx Cup and East Lake. Scheffler finished second to Rory McIlroy last year in Atlanta. It was McIlroy’s third time winning the Cup.

To celebrate the arrival of the postseason, Fanatics has released a collection for the FedEx St. Jude Championship.

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Polos, T-shirts, hats and more, they have anything you’d like to bring your style to the next level.

Check out our favorite pieces from the collection below.