It's the only part of your body that touches the club so it's obviously an important one. The golf glove is a hugely important of the arsenal as it can be the stepping stone for a comfortable grip, leading into the takeaway, the foundation of a good golf swing. Golf gloves can be made from very soft leather, or tougher, more durable synthetic material. Gloves can be more suited to rain, or when its particularly hot, or more recently with the Bionic, they can help with hand problems such as arthritis