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Golf Birthday Gift Ideas

Training aids: Every golfer needs to improve at least one part of his or her game and would appreciate a little help. To take strokes off their score, buy them a golf training aid. Trust us, they will thank you for it. The number and variety of golf training aids is almost mind numbing, from laser guides to swing jackets and much more. For a detailed breakdown of golf training aids check out the related article, Golf Training Aid.

Golf Clubs: A new golf club can be a great addition to anyone's bag. The latest driver or an improved putter will help improve the recipient's game. You can get many types of clubs for someone's birthday -- drivers, woods, irons, wedges and putters. However, it is very important to find the right fit because, like a pair or shoes, golf clubs not only must be the correct size, but also need to feel right when used. If you are set on buying a golf club for a birthday present, do some research. Learning the recipient's height, weight and player level -- beginner, intermediate or advanced -- is a good starting point. For more information about picking the right golf club, check our Related Article Golf Clubs. If the extra research and planning seem like more hassle than they're worth, consider a different golf birthday gift.

Golf Balls: Golfers always need more golf balls, whether it's to replace ones lost in the woods or to lower their score with the latest technology. When selecting a golf ball, choose a type that is appropriate for the recipient's skill level. Just because a type of golf ball is the most expensive, doesn't mean it will help every golfer's game. For more information about selecting the right golf ball, read Golf Balls. For a more personalized gift, you can get monogrammed golf balls or prank balls that explode on impact or wobble in the air.

Golf Bags: A new golf bag can make the time spent playing 18, long holes much more pleasant. No golfer wants the burden of having an uncomfortable, heavy bag full of clubs to haul around. If the birthday golfer needs a new bag, you have two main options to choose from: a cart bag or a carrying bag. Cart bags are larger, heavier and have much more storage space. They are designed to be strapped into a golf cart. Carrying bags have special carrying straps and support stands. They are much smaller and lighter than cart bags and are designed to be carried. To pick the right bag, find out whether the recipient rides in golf carts or enjoys walking the course. If you get the right type of bag, your golf birthday gift will be a success.

Golf Accessories: It takes more than clubs, a ball and a bag to play golf. Numerous accessories are necessary to perform your best and play comfortably. Golf shoes, gloves, divot tools, ball markers, tees, towels, wire brushes and umbrellas are all essential. If the golfer on your mind is missing any of those or needs a replacement, you have a simple solution to your golf birthday gift hunt. You can find a wide assortment of golf accessories at local sporting good stores, golf stores and online. For help selecting the right golf accessories, check out the related article Golf Equipment.

Golf Apparel: To play well and have a good time, golfers need to be comfortable. New golfing apparel can help golfers feel and look the best even if their scores don't reflect it. You can purchase hats, shirts, pants, belts, shorts and socks by the recipient's favorite golf brand. You can also make their playing time more enjoyable with specially designed clothes that keep them cool while out on the course. Look for fabrics that dry quickly and won't restrict movement. They will provide even more comfort while a golfer is out in the hot sun.

Golf Vacations: For the ultimate golf birthday gift, look into golf vacation packages. Many golf academies and resorts offer several days of golfing paradise with personal instruction, prescheduled tee times and luxury accommodations. Golf getaways are perfect for golfers who already have more golfing gear than they know what to do with. One place that offers many golf vacation packages is Las Vegas. For more information about Las Vegas golf courses and the accommodations they offer, read Las Vegas Golf Course.

Personalized Accessories: If you are looking for a more personal golf birthday gift, think about customized or signature golf gifts. You can monogram tees, balls, bags, grips, towels, tags, ball markers, club markers, club covers and more. If the birthday boy or girl has a do-it-yourself streak, get a golf ball monogrammer, and let him or her print custom messages. For a decorative, signature gift you can buy wooden golf plaques, tavern signs and country club signs with personalized names and messages. You can even engrave a message on a handcrafted St. Andrews Tradition putter, which has a hickory shaft and gold head. Personalizing a golf birthday gift can be very meaningful with the right message. After all, it is the thought that counts.

Pranks and Joke Gifts: Humorous gifts are sometimes the most memorable. You can find many golf birthday gifts that will have the recipient grinning ear to ear. For example, PARscription TOP-FLITE Golf Ball Set includes two medicine vials filled with golf balls to cure whatever ails a golfer. The label is customizable with clever directions, warnings and side effects. For the golfer who needs a drink mid-round because of the heat or the repeat double bogeys listed on his or her scorecard, consider a Drink Caddie. With the touch of the button your favorite beverage dispenses out of a special club head. If you want the more traditional route, look into exploding golf balls, wobbling balls, remote control golf balls and flat top tees. Perhaps you want something a little subtler. How about a golf ball with a unique design: tie-dyed, wrapped in $100 bills, smiley face and many more. There is a joke golf birthday gift to fit each golfer.

Golf Carts and Accessories: Golf carts and their accessories are great options for golf birthday gifts. Golf carts come in many varieties. One will certainly fit the needs of your recipient. You can get carts with luxury amenities or off-roading capabilities. If the golfer on your mind already has a cart or buying one is impractical for you, there are many cart accessories that can make playing more comfortable and enjoyable. There are canopies to protect the golf clubs, seat warmers, cup holders, radios and much more.  For more information about selecting the right golf cart, read the related article Golf Carts.

Memorabilia and Display Items: For a classy golf birthday gift, memorabilia is a good choice. Whether it is a signed photo of the recipient's favorite pro golfer or an antique golf ball, the right item can be a treasured display piece. It is not difficult to find many golf antiques and reproductions, as well as photos, paintings, signed books, commemorative divot repair tools, authentic trophies, vintage autographs and more. A quick online search will reveal many options. However, be prepared for the sticker shock on many items. An investment in golf's history isn't always cheap.

    A golf birthday gift can make any golfer's day, whether turning 10, 40 or 80 years old. With such a wide variety, there is something for every golfer. To narrow the field, do some research and find out what is missing from the recipient's golf bag, collection or training routine. A quick internet search or a trip to a golf store can fill that hole with the perfect golf birthday gift.