To "Knick" or not to "Knicker"

[dpanco]

What's the deal with no one in the PGA sporting the knickers anymore? Is this in homage to Payne Stewart, like golf's equivalent to retiring a jersey?

Just wondering

[KickerOfElves]

Partly that, and partly that it looks frickin stupid.

[spidey]

Frickin' stupid is wearing long pants on a day when it's 105F, but it's a PGA rule.

Wearing knickers is part of the history and lore of golf, and if Payne Stewart can make it look good, there are a lot of guys out there that could make it look better... but he did have a sweet swing.

[dpanco]

c'mon, Stewart looked sharp or Bobby Jones for that matter - a nice salute to golf's tradition

[KickerOfElves]

Frickin' stupid is wearing long pants on a day when it's 105F, but it's a PGA rule.

Wearing knickers is part of the history and lore of golf, and if Payne Stewart can make it look good, there are a lot of guys out there that could make it look better... but he did have a sweet swing.

Stoning "witches" was also a tradition from the era this fashion stems from. Some things should be lost in the annals of history.

Along with "mashies" and tweed caps.

[em69]

Gone are the days of the knickers...thankfully.

[Pinshark]

I think Payne Stewart looked better then anybody else on the course. Way better then these new Pink shirts and such.

[Big Johnny69]

I'd wear knickers to a golf tourney. My buddy did it for intersectionals this year.

[Wilster]

I think the real term is "plus 4's"
As far as i know , knickers , are a ladies undergarment , or a very lame swear word !

[zoic]

I think you nailed it there Wilster

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knickers

[fundonny]

Let's not forget that Payne was sponsored by the NFL, making every week's outfit awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[faldo]

I've asked for some Knickers for Christmas the last five years. My wife is totally & absolutely reusing to even consider my request. And I've got great legs too!!

[fundonny]

There are adds for them at the back of Golf Mag and Golf Digest every month. One phone call, and you'll have them Faldo.

[faldo]

I know, I know. I even torture myself with their quarterly on-line newsletter.

I would look sooo good

But, I would not get back in the house for about 4 days

[fundonny]

You can sleep on one of Indio's couches!

[Moose Head]

Payne Stewart made knickers look good. I've always wanted some ever since I saw him play. I don't mind looking different than everyone on the golf course.

Since I saw the other thread on where to get some, I told my wife that I wanted some for my birthday of Christmas. I can't wait to get them.

[Shivas Irons]

Let's not forget that Payne was sponsored by the NFL, making every week's outfit awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ben Curits is sponsored by the NFL - maybe he should wear the plus fours now.
As Payne Stewart said: "if you want to dress like this you better be good."

[Timothy.Reeve]

What is it about a golf course that inspires people to wear things that would be out of consideration anywhere else? Plus 4s and saddle shoes? Really, would anyone consider wearing them anywhere else? I know I would!

I was talking about this with my wife a few days ago, spurred on by the aforementioned plus 4 ad in Golf Digest. Let's just say that it did not get a resounding response. So I guess I'll stick with my Nike TW black pants and more understated brown and black shoes. Some things have to be put into perspective.
Cheers,
Tim

[Hacker]

How are knickers any more stupid looking than some of the freaking shorts that kids wear today....almost ankle length

[dpanco]

How are knickers any more stupid looking than some of the freaking shorts that kids wear today....almost ankle length

Not to mention some of the "costumes" PGA players wear i.e. Garcia and his banana outfit, Ian Poulter in general etc.

Beyond mere aesthetic, I think that knickers also serve a true function. Since the player's outfit is contrasted in colour at the upper calf, rather than the heel of the shoe, I think that knickers display the mechanics of the golf swing just a little bit better. Same idea with baseball uniforms.

[sharkshooter]

So, which is worst, fashion-wise?

or or

I'm glad the polyester-plaid days are gone.

[Hacker]

Jesper, hands down is the most outlandish dresser on tour - followed closely by Ian Poulter......Sergio is just ummmm "fancy" IMO

[4jag]

A couple of buddies and I played in the Coors Light Maxim tourney this summer and we wore Knickers. They were very popular with the cadies ...

[Hacker]

Where do you find Knickers around Ottawa?

[4jag]

We ordred them from www.golfknickers.com
We got the knickers, argyle socks and caps as a package and then bought matching golf shirts (not seen in this photo) locally.

[Hacker]

Crap - I would have bought some if they were available locally - only because I don't think my golf game will provide enough comic relief for everyone - close, but not quite

[Marmotte]

To wear knickers, you got to have class... There is no other reason. If you are too self conscious, go and wear yout TopFlite shirt from Wal Mart! It really suits you so well.
You don't like Payne Stewart, I dont like Tiger so what ? I just would love to have a piece of their swing...

[Indio]

Crap - I would have bought some if they were available locally - only because I don't think my golf game will provide enough comic relief for everyone - close, but not quite

Sorry bud, as Marmotte says, you have to have 'class' your S O O L

[Golfbum]

We ordred them from www.golfknickers.com
We got the knickers, argyle socks and caps as a package and then bought matching golf shirts (not seen in this photo) locally.

They sell an argyle sweater vest there for $69.95, Reg $98.
I bought mine at Old Navy for $19.50 plus tax Looks identical to this one they are selling