My Little Experiment on the Green
Okay, so let me tell you about this John Deere polo shirt I got. Wasn’t even looking for golf gear, honestly. I think it came from a farm show or maybe my brother-in-law gave it to me? He’s big into that stuff. Anyway, it was just sitting there in the closet for ages. Nice green color, you know, the classic John Deere look with the little leaping deer logo.
So, last Saturday, I was getting ready to hit the driving range, maybe play a quick nine holes if it wasn’t too packed. Went to grab my usual golf shirt, one of those fancy dry-fit things, and realized they were all in the laundry basket. Every single one. Typical, right? Scrounging around, I saw that green John Deere polo hanging there. Looked clean enough. Thought to myself, “Well, it’s a polo shirt. How different can it be?” Decided to just go for it.
Pulled it on. First thing I noticed, it felt… thicker? Yeah, definitely heavier than my usual golf shirts. More like a sturdy, everyday kind of polo, probably cotton or a heavy cotton blend. Not that super light, stretchy polyester stuff.
Out on the Course
Got to the course. Felt a bit self-conscious, maybe? Like wearing work boots to a running track. But hey, it was comfortable enough just standing there. Started with some swings at the range.
Here’s what I noticed straight away:
- Movement: It wasn’t as flexible. You know how golf shirts stretch with your swing? This one felt a bit tight across the shoulders and back during the backswing. Not terrible, but noticeable.
- Heat: Oh boy. It was a warm day, maybe low 80s? That thicker fabric didn’t breathe much. Started feeling sticky pretty quick, especially on my back. My regular golf shirts definitely handle sweat better.
- Look: Got a couple of nods from some older guys. One even chuckled and said, “Nice shirt, ready to plow the fairway?” Guess the logo stands out.
Played nine holes. The shirt held up, didn’t rip or anything crazy. But by the end, I was definitely feeling the heat and the slight restriction in my swing. It just wasn’t designed for that kind of activity, you know? It’s built tough, probably great for actual work or just casual wear, but not ideal for athletic movement in the sun.
So, the verdict? Fun little experiment, born out of necessity (aka poor laundry planning). The John Deere polo looks decent, it’s durable as heck, but it’s not making it into my regular golf rotation. It’s going back to being a casual wear shirt, maybe for barbecues or visiting the hardware store. Stick to the purpose-built stuff for the golf course if you want comfort and performance. Lesson learned. Need to do laundry more often.
