FootJoy StaSof Winter Golf Gloves Review
The StaSof Winter is FootJoy's premium cold-weather glove, pairing the same soft Cabretta leather that's made the standard StaSof a tour favourite since 1980 with a thermally engineered fleece upper built specifically for cold mornings.
Sold as a pair rather than the usual single glove, it’s aimed at golfers who want genuine warmth without giving up the feel and grip a good leather glove provides. Reviews from golf media are consistently positive on feel and grip; verified buyer reviews tell a more mixed story on durability that’s worth knowing before you pay a premium price.
- Cabretta leather palm and fingers paired with a thermally engineered fleece upper, sold as a pair for winter play
- Taction3 APL leather is designed to grip better as it gets wetter, useful in sleety or damp conditions
- Golf media reviews are strongly positive on feel and versatility; verified buyer reviews are notably mixed on durability
- A genuinely cheaper FootJoy winter glove, the WinterSof, exists if the StaSof's price is more than you want to spend
The Short Version
- Golf Monthly and National Club Golfer both praise the feel, grip and versatility, with some reviewers using them off the course as everyday winter driving gloves.
- Verified buyer reviews are genuinely split on durability. Some report years of reliable use, others report seams failing or holes appearing within a handful of rounds.
- At least one reviewer noted these aren’t intended for the very coldest conditions, despite being marketed as winter gloves.
- FootJoy’s own cheaper WinterSof glove exists in the same range if the StaSof’s premium price and mixed durability reports give you pause.
FootJoy StaSof Premium Winter Golf Gloves (Pair Pack)
FootJoy StaSof Premium Winter Golf Gloves (Pair Pack) Black
How it performs
Feel and grip are where reviewers are most consistently positive. The Cabretta leather palm is described across multiple reviews as exceptionally soft, close to a second skin once properly fitted, and the Taction3 APL leather is specifically designed to grip better as conditions get wetter rather than worse, a genuine advantage in the sleety, drizzly rounds these gloves are built for. National Club Golfer’s testing found the leather shrugged off a passing shower without losing shape or grip, though both reviewers who tested it note that leather gloves need proper care after a wet round rather than being left to dry crumpled in a bag.
Versatility is a recurring theme in the golf media coverage: Golf Monthly specifically found themselves reaching for these off the course as much as on it, describing them as a genuinely useful pair of winter driving gloves as much as a golf accessory, and noted that the leather softens with use to the point where touchscreens remain usable while wearing them.
Durability is where the picture gets genuinely mixed, and it’s worth taking seriously rather than glossing over. Verified buyer reviews on retail sites range from golfers who’ve owned a pair for multiple seasons with no complaints, to at least one buyer who reported a hole appearing after four holes of golf, and another who described a seam failing early in a second round. That’s a real spread of outcomes for a premium-priced product, and it suggests some inconsistency in quality control is worth being aware of rather than assuming every pair will perform identically. At least one reviewer also noted these aren’t intended for the very coldest conditions despite the winter branding, and found the padding on the outside of the glove added less warmth than expected. Weighing up other brands or glove types? Our golf glove buying guide covers rain gloves, synthetic options and rival brands alongside FootJoy.
FootJoy StaSof Winter Specifications
- Exceptionally soft, close-fitting Cabretta leather feel, widely praised across golf media reviews
- Taction3 APL leather grips better as it gets wetter, genuinely useful in damp winter conditions
- Versatile enough to double as an everyday cold-weather driving glove off the course
- Touchscreen-usable once the leather has softened with wear
- Long heritage and tour pedigree behind the StaSof name
- Verified buyer reviews are genuinely mixed on durability, ranging from years of reliable use to early failures within a handful of rounds
- Premium price that becomes hard to justify if a pair doesn’t last, per multiple reported buyer complaints
- At least one reviewer found it not warm enough for the very coldest conditions despite the winter positioning
- As a leather product, requires proper drying and care after wet rounds to maintain longevity
Want to Spend Less? The WinterSof Is Worth a Look
If the StaSof’s price and mixed durability reports give you pause, FootJoy’s own WinterSof costs meaningfully less while staying in the same winter glove range. You give up the StaSof’s premium Cabretta leather feel, but you keep a genuine FootJoy winter glove at a price where a shorter lifespan stings less.
FootJoy WinterSof Golf Gloves (Pair Pack) Black
How We Compiled This Review
We haven’t worn these gloves ourselves, so rather than fake a hands-on account, we built this review from golf media testing and verified buyer reviews, checked against FootJoy’s own published specifications.
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Cross-checked expert reviews
Read and cross-checked reviews from Golf Monthly and National Club Golfer, both of whom tested the gloves over multiple rounds.
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Checked verified buyer reviews directly
Read verified purchase reviews on retail sites specifically for durability patterns, rather than relying only on editorial first impressions.
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Compared positive and negative buyer accounts
Where buyer experiences genuinely conflicted, particularly on durability, we’ve represented both rather than only the flattering account.
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Verified against FootJoy specs
Checked every technical detail against FootJoy’s official product documentation.
Durability is the one area where we found a real, documented split between buyers. We’ve reported that honestly rather than smoothing it into a single verdict.
What to Check Before You Buy
At least one reviewer found these better suited to cool rather than genuinely freezing conditions. If you play in severe cold, factor that in.
Don’t leave them wet in your bag after a round. Proper drying matters more for leather gloves than synthetic ones.
Given the mixed durability reports at this price, FootJoy’s cheaper WinterSof is worth comparing before you commit to the premium option.
Reviewers recommend re-gripping clubs 1–2 wraps less to compensate for the glove’s thickness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are FootJoy StaSof Winter gloves warm enough for cold golf?
Reviewers generally found them warm and comfortable, though at least one noted they aren’t intended for the very coldest conditions despite the winter branding.
Are the StaSof Winter gloves durable?
Verified buyer reviews are genuinely mixed. Some golfers report years of reliable use, while others report seams failing or holes appearing within a few rounds. It’s worth knowing this variability exists before buying.
Can I use these gloves off the course?
Yes, several reviewers specifically found them useful as everyday cold-weather driving gloves, not just for golf.
Do they come as a pair or a single glove?
As a pair, unlike most FootJoy gloves which are sold individually. This is standard for winter gloves since both hands need warmth in cold conditions.
What's the difference between the StaSof and WinterSof?
The StaSof uses premium Cabretta leather for a superior feel at a higher price. The WinterSof is FootJoy’s more affordable winter glove option.
No surprise charges at the door: VAT and import duty are included in the price and prepaid. Delivery is €7, free over €120, in 2–4 working days.
When it works as intended, this is one of the best-feeling winter gloves you can put on a golf club, and the versatility to wear it off the course is a genuine bonus. The honest caveat is durability: verified buyer reviews show real inconsistency, and at this price that matters. Worth it for golfers who prioritise feel and grip above all else, worth pausing on for anyone who wants guaranteed longevity for their money.
