For sweaty hands the single most important property is how the leather behaves when damp. Cabretta absorbs sweat and turns soft and slick, so grip fails mid-round. Reindeer leather resists moisture and stays drier, so grip holds for longer. Rotating two gloves in hot weather always helps, whatever the material.
Why grip fails in the heat
When leather absorbs sweat it swells and stretches. Feel through the club disappears, and the player starts squeezing the grip harder. That shows up directly in swing rhythm and distance.
Moisture is rarely a comfort question. It's a performance one.
What to do during the round
- Take the glove off between shots, especially on the green and while waiting.
- Rotate two gloves: let one dry open in the bag, not crumpled.
- Dry your hands on a towel before putting the glove back on.
The material decides the rest
All of the above helps, but the material determines how quickly the glove gives up. Reindeer leather's dense fibre structure resists moisture, so grip and shape survive damp conditions clearly better than cabretta.
Poro 01 is built for exactly this: a damp hand, warm weather and a round that doesn't end at the ninth.
Frequently asked questions
- Which golf glove is best for sweaty hands?
- One whose leather doesn't soak up moisture. Reindeer leather resists moisture and keeps grip when damp better than cabretta, which softens and turns slick.
- Should I use two golf gloves in summer?
- Yes. Rotating two gloves lets one dry fully, extends the life of both and keeps grip more reliable in hot weather.
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