Packing light and traveling worry free are keys for any golfer hitting the road or airways this summer. That makes outfits that can adapt to multiple situations especially important.
“I see major similarities in the needs of a golfer on the course swinging, squatting and bending to that same golfer on the road heading to his favorite destination course,” said Darius Hicks, owner and founder of Aveo. “In either case, you want to wear something that is comfortable and represents your sense of style well. The ability to have what you’re wearing move with you and not restrict you is important. You want clothing that stretches where you need it and clothes that fit you perfectly and don’t bunch up or cut off circulation in the slightest.”
Developments in texture and materials for golf apparel have also helped with ease of maintenance once at your destination.
“The various polyester blends that are available provide highly desired benefits such as stretch, cooling properties and strength,” Hicks said. “For instance, Aveo utilizes a blend of polyester and rayon in our bottoms which provides a smooth texture that feels great on your body but remains durable and cool. While our polo shirts mix polyester with bamboo fiber, which keeps our shirts light and flexible but adds amazing strength, our shirts can take what you are dishing out. These benefits translate well to the car for that long drive.”
What you transport your clothing in is also an important decision to make before hitting the road or heading to the airport.
“Travel gear should be well manufactured and engineered from light, high-quality and durable materials,” said Rachael Lyon, director of public relations for Victorinox Swiss Army in Los Angeles. “With the varying allowance regulations for the size of carry-on and checked luggage from one airline to another, we strive to develop modular travel gear, which offers consumers the greatest flexibility for their trips and make their travel essentials easily accessible.”
Durability is another component to monitor since it can be rough out there for your luggage, with curbs, escalators, baggage handlers and uneven sidewalks a few of the pitfalls lying in wait. A Victorinox product Lyon touts to ease that worry is a Spectra Global carry-on bag with a comfort grip and dual-trolley handle system that locks into three positions to accommodate various heights of travelers and adjusts when transitioning from pushing the bag on four wheels to pulling it on two.
Integrated expansion systems that allow you to customize the size of the case for packing versatility, in addition to cases made of hard side materials, are also trending for luggage. As far as appearances, an expansion of hue and tone options is more prevalent.
“Historically, black always tends to be a popular color for many travelers. However, we’re seeing consumers today also embrace colors that reflect their individual style,” Lyon said. “That’s why for the last six seasons we’ve introduced limited edition colors in the spring and fall. The range allows travelers to mix and match pieces from some of the most popular travel and everyday collections in warm and cool shades to suit the spring and fall seasons. Each season’s new palette enables customers to personalize their travel companions and express their individual styles while on the road.”
