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Lisa Longball finds the best in Canadian golfwear and products

The PGA Show in Orlando is the biggest show in golf held each January to kick-start the official beginning of the golf season. Last year I was a rookie attendee and was caught like a deer in the headlights with over a million square feet of every golf goodie, gadget and garment available. This year I came armed with comfy but stylish shoes and a planned route. Here are some of the top Canadian finds that impressed me.

Keeping Dry and Warm

One of the leaders in outerwear technology, Sunice has proven its merit. In addition to offering high quality base and mid-layers, this Canadian company is most well known for their four categories of Sunice shells from their Storm and Hurricane lines that keep players dry and warm in any condition and on the course longer. Their top line offers a lifetime waterproof guarantee and specialized technology in their products.

Some features include: Flex vent, an anti-odour and moisture-wicking Xstatic fabric. These garments are thermodynamic, anti-static and have in-pocket ball and club cleaners. Sunice boasts one of the most extensive lines for women’s outerwear with the Evelyn jacket being a top seller for 2010.

Visit their website: www.sunice.com

Hip and Youthful

Quagmire Golf is a hip, youthful and unique clothing line designed to be worn casually for both men and women with a skateboard and surf-style flair. Two young Canucks started this company, which has been in the golf apparel market for the last four years and has experienced tremendous growth and success. The unconventional necklines, board short look, creative use of striping, skewed chest pockets, large Q logo and staple plaid bottoms are some of the signature looks of Quagmire.

The 2010 lineup continues with those traditions along with adding front gathering polos for women, golf dresses, skorts—both pleated and safari-style—along with casual leisure and outerwear including blazers and hoodies. The men’s line sports contrasting coloured collars, flat-front pants, retro-style activewear, plaid button-down short-sleeve shirts and Castro and trucker-style hats.

Visit their website: www.quagmiregolf.com

Performance Artwear

Catwalk debuted in 2006 and the vision for the line was to create clothing that celebrated the female form but was as comfortable as it was practical. This Canadian company brands themselves as “performance artwear.” The fitted aspect to the clothing has been very popular amongst many women who were tired of the men’s-style baggy polos and the XXL tees LPGA player Becky Iverson used to wear. The clothing looks stylish, comfortable and attractive and has a yoga flair to it.

Although it definitely fits the woman who is sporting a hard body, owner and creator Lauren Demerling said confident plus size-women wear her tops too. The creative use of striping is flattering to the figure as is the open neckline.

Visit their website: www.catwalkartwear.com

Great Glasses

Sundog Eyewear has been a staple in the eye wear industry for more than 25 years and is well known for quality product and great value. A strong focus of the company is ensuring there is a variety of product to meet individual customer’s needs. A multitude of lenses are offered including polycarbonate, polarized, melanin-infused and transition lenses. Lens shapes are designed to fit different faces: large, small, shallow and deep, and a variety of frame materials are used to best compliment the wide range of head shapes.

Top golfers have endorsed this product, including LPGA sensation Paula Creamer and Canada’s own Mike Weir. Both have their own lines, which are widely popular both on and off the course.

Visit their website: www.sundogeyewear.com

Stay and Play

Fox Harb’r Golf Resort is a high-end Canadian golf resort located in Nova Scotia. Created by Tim Hortons founder Ron Joyce, it was a gem at the PGA Show and a must-play. Tiger Woods held a televised celebrity event there this past season that highlighted the breathtaking views and championship golf. Stay and Play packages are offered with on-site luxury accommodation, dining, a spa and a sporting lodge for hunting, fishing and shooting, along with access to a multitude of fitness and lifestyle pursuits such as tennis and kayaking.

The season runs from May 15 to October 31 and the hunting season goes from October 1 to March 31. This is a bucket list course and a great golf experience.

Visit their website: www.foxharbr.com

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Lisa Longball Golf - Motivational Speaker and Golf Entertainer