Best Golf Trousers 2024

To help you look your best, we’ve compiled our list of the best golf trousers.

Best Golf Trousers
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A good pair of trousers probably won’t save you shots, but they do have their subtle advantages, from comfort to flexibility. What’s more, golf brands dedicate their resources to designing practical golf touches, so you get nice detail that you might not find with a pair of generic high street trousers. Not only that but the materials and fabrics used by modern brands are specifically created to keep you comfortable and dry, whilst retaining a sense of style.

Some brands also seek to make trousers as versatile as possible too so they can be used both on and off the golf course. So acknowledging all of that, we have created a guide on some of the best golf trousers currently on the market. Additionally, if you want to complete a new outfit, we also recommend checking out some of our other buying guides too - such as the best golf tops or best golf polos.

Best Golf Trousers

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How we test golf apparel

When it comes to testing golf trousers our comprehensive methodology revolves around, as you would expect, playing a lot of golf. We feel putting golf products to the test on the golf course, on the range and in practice is the best way to find out how usable and well-designed some trousers are.

On that note, we feel it is particularly important to use all golf trousers in different conditions, in the rain, in the snow and in the sunshine to ascertain how each performs. We also looked to use trousers off the course as well to see how versatile they were in social situations or when wearing them to work. Importantly, every member of the Golf Monthly team is a regular golfer so we put golf trousers to the test over a number of rounds. The final point we should mention is no manufacturer can buy a good review. This is because our testing team tells it how it is and we seek to be as insightful and honest as possible.

How to choose golf trousers

Golf trousers are one of the most important pieces of apparel that any player can have in their wardrobe. To play in some of the best courses in the world, you need to have a smart pair of trousers, that will not only look the part, but also help you perform well too. So what should you look out for when purchasing your next pair of golf trousers? Well, we've set out a handy list of tips below that will help guide you on your way to purchasing the best pair of golf trousers for your needs. 

Size

First things first, you should know what size you are in terms of waist and leg. The best way to do this is to find the best-fitting trousers you have and see what size they are and try different models on. You don't want them to be too tight as that will constrict movement in your swing. But likewise, you also don't want them to be too baggy as that will be a nuisance when walking around the course.

Material 

Many of the models above are made from different materials, so think about what you want yours to be made of. Additionally, be aware of which materials stretch more because us golfers have to get into different stances and positions on the course and a good pair of golf trousers will stretch to help you do that. You also want to have a pair of trousers that provide good ventilation to your legs as it can often get hot on the golf course. 

Color 

What color do you want? In many of the designs above, like the Peter Millar EB66 trousers or Puma Jackpot 5 Pocket Trousers, there are 10+ colors to choose from. Therefore it is just a case of finding the right one for you.

Weatherproofing

While we have a separate guide on the best golf rain pants,  when you're purchasing a new pair of standard golf trousers, you'll want to bear in mind how well-protected they can keep you from the wind and rain. You should look for models with moisture-wicking properties that will keep you sweat-free and cool in warmer conditions. 

Budget

How much do you want to spend on a pair of golf trousers? As you can see above, there are models at different price points, so have a clear idea of your budget before starting your search.

For more advice on golf apparel, we have tons of information on everything from the best golf belts to the best golf shorts on our buying advice pages.

FAQs

What trousers can I wear for golf?


It seems every person and every golfer will answer this question differently. Some will say the trousers like the ones above are the only acceptable attire, whereas others might say jeans, tracksuit bottoms and other designs can be used for golf. Ultimately, what is suitable will depend on where you are playing. We would say it does not really matter what you were at the driving range or Top Golf, whereas at a club, it might be best to go for designs like the ones we have picked in this guide. 

Can I wear jeans to golf?

The fashion part of the golfing landscape is changing, for example we are seeing more and more hoodies on the golf course. However jeans split opinion. Some say they are totally fine to golf in, however others think they are not acceptable golfing attire. Because of how opinion varies on this, we would recommend gauging where you are going to play first. If you are going with mates to Top Golf or crazy golf, jeans are totally fine. However if you are going to a golf club, perhaps it will be best to go for some nice chinos, trousers or shorts. 

Is it better to wear trousers or shorts to golf?

That depends on your personal preference as well as the rules of the club you're playing at or tournament you're playing in. Ultimately, shorts offer greater ventilation on hot summery days on the course and for that reason may be more preferable. But some golf courses have traditional rules on what players can and cannot wear, meaning that in some tournaments you may not be able to wear shorts as part of a club rule. For that reason, it is always best to check wit the club or tournament before you play there on their outfit rules. 

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Sam Tremlett
E-commerce Editor

A golfer for most of his life, Sam is a Senior Staff Writer for Golf Monthly. 

Working with golf gear and equipment over the last six years, Sam has quickly built outstanding knowledge and expertise on golf products ranging from drivers, to balls, to shoes. 

He combines this knowledge with a passion for helping golfers get the best gear for them, and as such Sam manages a team of writers that look to deliver the most accurate and informative reviews and buying advice. This is so the reader can find exactly what they are looking for.


Sam now spends most of his time testing and looking after golf gear content for the website, whilst he is also responsible for all content related to golf apparel. 

He also oversees all Tour player content as well so if you need to know what clubs Tiger or Rory has in play, Sam is the person to ask. 

Unfortunately, Sam is not a member of any club at the moment but regularly gets out on the golf course to keep up the facade of having a handicap of five. 


Sam's What's In The Bag: 

Driver: Titleist TS3 (9 degrees) 

Fairway Wood: Callaway Paradym (15 degrees), Nike Covert Tour 2.0 (19 degrees) 

Irons (4-PW): Titleist AP2 

Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM7 54˚, 58˚ 

Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom X 5.5 

Ball: Srixon Z-Star Diamond

Shoes: G/FORE Gallivanter/Nike Air Zoom Infinity NEXT%/Cuater The Ringer