1) Is a golf umbrella considered a golf club?
The answer is NO. A golf ball retriever or golf umbrella do not count as one of your 14 clubs. To be considered a golf club it must have a shaft, grip, and a club head. Rule 4-4 of the USGA states this if you wish to read more on this.
2) What are the advantages of using a golf umbrella?
- Provide UV protection. Some models even have UV protection built in.
- Can provide shade than can be up to 15 degrees cooler than standing under direct sunlight.
- Keeps you and your clubs dry in wet conditions.
- Can be used to help your golf swing. Check out the video below for a great golf tip using a golf umbrella.
3) What to look for in a golf umbrella
- Get a large size golf umbrella. This will provide maxium protection against the wind, rain and sun elements.
- Find one that is wind resistance. These golf umbrellas will not flip inside out during sudden wind gusts.
- Try to find a fiberglass shaft as this will allow the umbrella to flex some during bad weather plus you won't have to worry about lightening. This is why you don't want to get a steel shaft golf umbrella.
- Find a design that you like that would work both on and off the course.
can you please provide the number for intech…I need to contact them regarding an umbrella issue:)
Intech is made by the King Par corporation. You can get their contact info via their site at http://www.kingpar.com
Hope they fix your umbrella issue.
RG