Frequently Asked Questions
Will the leather strap on the SLOAT hat change with wear?
Yes, it's designed to. The leather back strap will develop a natural patina over time, which is intentional rather than a defect.
What's the difference between a five-panel and six-panel hat?
A five-panel hat has one fewer seam than a six-panel, giving it a slightly more upright, structured front profile. A six-panel hat has a softer, more rounded crown and a more relaxed silhouette.
What's the difference between the Golf Short and the Corduroy Short?
The Golf Short is a 220 gsm flat-front organic cotton in a traditional golf silhouette, built to move seamlessly between the course and the rest of the day. The Corduroy Short uses a fine-wale organic cotton corduroy for more texture and a dressier, off-course lean.
Are corduroy shorts appropriate for golf?
Fine-wale corduroy is a lighter-weight, more tailored version of the fabric than the wide-wale corduroy most people picture, which is what makes it work as a golf short. Ours is finished with a pressed front crease for a clean, on-course appearance.
Can you wear cotton twill pants for golf?
Yes, particularly for a casual round. Our Day Pant is cut with a relaxed straight fit and knee articulation for movement, though it's designed first as an everyday pant that happens to hold up on the course, rather than as a technical golf trouser.
What is a golf wind shirt?
A wind shirt is a lightweight, packable layer traditionally worn over a polo for wind protection without the bulk of a full jacket. Ours is built from organic Ventile rather than a synthetic shell fabric, giving it a cotton hand feel with genuine wind and light-rain resistance.
What's the difference between a Ventile vest and a windbreaker?
Both use the same organic Ventile shell, woven in Switzerland. The windbreaker adds raglan sleeves and full arm coverage for wind protection; the vest trades sleeves for a layering piece that sits over a polo, sweater, or sweatshirt without adding bulk to a swing.
Is Ventile actually waterproof?
It's water-resistant rather than fully waterproof; it holds up well in wind and light-to-moderate rain, and its resistance improves as the fibers swell with moisture. It will need occasional reproofing to maintain that performance over time.
What is Ventile fabric?
Ventile is a densely woven, 100% cotton fabric developed in Britain during WWII for RAF pilots. Rather than relying on a synthetic membrane or coating, its cotton fibers swell when wet, tightening the weave and increasing water resistance while the fabric stays breathable.
Can you wear a quarter-zip on the golf course?
Yes, the relaxed fit and stand collar are designed to layer over a polo without restricting a swing, and the concealed side-entry pockets keep tees and a scorecard secure mid-round.
Is organic cotton good for a golf polo?
Yes, with a trade-off worth knowing. Organic cotton is breathable, soft, and biodegradable, making it comfortable for walking eighteen holes in moderate conditions. It doesn't wick moisture as aggressively as a synthetic performance polo, which is why we weight it at 170gsm, heavy enough to hold shape and drape well, light enough to stay breathable.
What makes organic cotton different from regular cotton?
Organic cotton is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, using less water over its life cycle. Our cotton is GOTS-certified, meaning it's tracked from raw fiber to finished fabric under strict standards for chemical use, wastewater treatment, and labor practices. In hand feel, ours is selected at 170gsm for a jersey that's substantial enough to hold its shape, wear after wear.
Where is the SLOAT Organic Cotton Golf Polo made?
It's sewn in Portugal from 170gsm organic cotton jersey.
Is merino wool good for golf in the summer?
Yes. Merino's fiber structure regulates temperature in both directions, wicking moisture away from the body in heat and retaining warmth in cooler conditions. It's a common misconception that wool is only for cold weather; our 200gsm merino jersey is built specifically to perform across a full round in changing temperatures.
What does RWS-certified mean?
RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) certifies that the wool comes from farms meeting defined animal welfare and land management requirements and that the fiber is tracked through the supply chain to the finished garment.
Is a cotton fleece hoodie warm enough for golf in cool weather?
At 480gsm, our organic cotton fleece is a heavyweight construction meant to hold warmth and shape as a mid-round layer or a clubhouse piece before and after play.
What's the difference between the SLOAT hoodie and the crewneck?
Both are cut from the same 480gsm organic cotton fleece and sewn in Portugal. The hoodie adds a jersey-lined hood and kangaroo pocket; the crewneck has a cleaner ribbed collar and a concealed zip pocket for a lower-profile layer.
What is a golf quarter zip used for?
A golf quarter-zip is a midweight layer worn over a polo or T-shirt for cooler mornings, transitional weather, or as a clubhouse layer before and after a round. Ours is built from 480gsm organic cotton fleece rather than a synthetic performance knit, trading some stretch for a softer hand feel and more structure.
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