Palm Rat Golf Apparel
Introducing Palm Rat Golf, an emerging golf apparel brand founded by four friends inspired by their memorable golf trips to Florida. Named after the quirky small rodents that live in the trees surrounding their favorite courses, Palm Rat captures the essence of those carefree days under the sun. The Idea was born on a balcony over drinks and resulted in a brand that seamlessly blends simple, classic designs with a modern fit. Ultra premium materials and attention to detail have Palm Rat quickly on par with some of the industry’s leading apparel brands.
The Looks
Palm Rat Golf’s collections stands out for its understated sophistication featuring clean lines and minimalist designs that appeal to both traditionalists and the more modern golfer. Each piece has small stitched details that add a touch of sophistication without overwhelming the overall simplicity of the brand’s aesthetic. The polos feature a hidden “PR” logo underneath the collar that gives a super nice touch if you decide to pop it on those sunny days. The same logo can be seen on the back belt loop of their shorts and the pants.
The use of accent colors are subtle, but effective in providing just the right amount of contrast to elevate the look. Easily my favorite piece from Palm Rat is the Mazan quilted performance pullover. The gray quilting around the chest and shoulders really pops and elevates the pullover. Whether it’s contrasting collar colors, zippers, or buttons, the Palm Rat collection usually features a main bold color complimenting other accent colors. I found this approach ensures the pieces can be both dressy and more casual. The versatility is endless. Easily transition from the golf course to a casual night out. The Palm Rat team leans into this with their mantra of “work, play, live”.
Comfort Level
Lets start from the bottom up. Both the Palm Rat Golf shorts and pants have a modern and tailored aesthetic. That said, Palm Rat advises sizing up and I would second that recommendation. It’s somewhat of a close fit and sizing up will allow for more overall comfort for a long day on the links. It will also provide performance benefits making it easier to move through a golf swing. Both will also be moisture wicking and quick drying.
Moving up to the polos and pullovers is where I feel Palm Rat really shines. It’s worth noting that all of these pieces are made with sustainable recycled materials. Both have a buttery soft texture and more stretch compared to the shorts and pants. The collar is still firm and has held its shape after multiple rounds and washes. No one likes a floppy collar. One of my favorite features is the tagless design. No more annoying fabric on your neck rubbing you the wrong way mid swing. Keeping with the trend is the tailored fit that is snug in all the right places but not restrictive whatsoever.
On-Course Performance
On the course I was very impressed by the Palm Rat Golf polo’s versatility. The polyester material is breathable and moisture wicking which has been a godsend with the humidity this year. Additionally, the quick drying characteristics made a sweaty 18-hole walking round no problem. The pullovers have been a welcome addition to my golf apparel as well. Wearing them to warm up during the summer months has been great. Also perfect to have in the bag for when the wind picks up.
Both the shorts and pants held their classic, tailored look through multiples rounds. More importantly, after several washes I’ve noticed no fading or shrinking. That goes for the whole collection as well. I would recommend the pants on cooler days as they are slightly heavier weight than some others I’ve tested. I am looking forward to wearing them more frequently this fall.
Final Thoughts – Palm Rat Golf
Palm Rat Golf perfectly combines classic designs with high quality materials to create simple, yet well executed golf apparel that can be worn wherever life takes you. I am extremely impressed with their attention to detail on each piece. Whether you try one piece from their flagship collection or their newest polo collection, you wont be disappointed. They have quickly become a staple in my closet. When you pick of one of their apparel items, be sure to try the Palm Rat Cocktail. The recipe is on the back of all the tags. Be warned, the drink is dangerously good and may cause you to buy one of everything from Palm Rat Golf.
