Backtee vs Three Putt: Danish All-Weather Golf Kit or UK Golf Streetwear
Updated on: October 2, 2026 • ~10 min read
Author: Graeme
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A Danish all-weather brand that sorts its shop by sun, wind, cold and rain, against a Leeds streetwear label that sells four cotton garments. They do different jobs, and for UK golfers the buying route matters as much as the kit.
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Verdict and Quick Pick
Backtee is a Danish golf clothing brand, founded in 1994, selling polos, midlayers, trousers, windwear and rain trousers for men and women, priced in euros. Three Putt is a Leeds golf streetwear brand selling tees, long-sleeves, sweatshirts and hoodies from £23.99. Backtee dresses the round; Three Putt dresses the hours around it.
Best for cold, wet rounds and club dress codes: Backtee. Polos, windbreakers and 15,000mm rain trousers cover the course in most weathers, with men's tops up to 4XL and a full women's range. You order from Denmark in euros, and import charges are yours.
Best for golf style off the course: Three Putt. Heavyweight graphic tees and hoodies from £23.99 to £54.99, priced in pounds with free UK delivery. It is casual cotton wear, not weatherproof kit.
Head-to-Head Comparison Summary
| Feature | Three Putt Golf | Backtee |
|---|---|---|
| What it sells | Four garments only: tees, long-sleeve tees, sweatshirts and hoodies, each in six graphic designs | Men's and women's golf clothing sorted by weather: polos, layers, windwear, trousers, skorts, dresses and rain trousers |
| Key fabrics | 260gsm 100% cotton tees; 280gsm cotton/polyester long-sleeves; 400gsm cotton sweatshirts; 430gsm cotton/polyester hoodies | Polyester-spandex polos with UPF 50; OSM Shield midlayers; hollow-yarn base layers; 3-layer rain trousers rated 15,000mm |
| Fit | Relaxed tees, loose drop-shoulder long-sleeves, regular-fit sweatshirts, oversized drop-shoulder hoodies | Regular, stretchy cuts marked "true to size". Men's tops S–4XL, women's XS–3XL; EU trouser sizes |
| Typical UK prices | £23.99–£54.99 | About £47–£71 for a men's polo and £141 for rain trousers (euro list prices, October 2026) |
| On-course use | Casual rounds and relaxed clubs; not technical wear, and no collared shirts | Built for it: polos, wind layers and rain trousers |
| Off-course style | Streetwear cuts and heavyweight fabric with golf graphics | Quiet Scandinavian function with small logos |
| Sustainability claims | No recycled-content or eco claims; tees are 100% cotton | amfori BSCI-certified factories; recycled fibres or Kafetex in some polos; no OEKO-TEX or bluesign claims |
| UK delivery | Free UK delivery | The UK is in the store's delivery list, though the written policy doesn't name it. Non-EU: €25 under €150, free above; import charges paid by you on arrival |
| UK returns | 14 days from delivery; email support first; customer pays return postage | 14 days, with return postage to Denmark at your cost |
| Customer support | Email: support@threeputtgolfclothing.co.uk | Phone and email, weekdays 8:00–14:00 Danish time |
Best For…
| Situation or golfer | Pick |
|---|---|
| You play through cold, wet and windy autumn and winter rounds | Backtee |
| Your club insists on a collared shirt | Backtee |
| You want golf trousers in two leg lengths, or a women's range with skorts and dresses | Backtee |
| You need a golf top in 4XL | Backtee |
| You want golf-themed clothes for under £30 | Three Putt |
| You want a heavyweight hoodie for the range, the clubhouse and the drive home | Three Putt |
| You want to pay in pounds, with free UK delivery and no small-order fee | Three Putt |
Brand Overview
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt is a UK golf streetwear brand based in Leeds. The range is deliberately narrow: tees, long-sleeve tees, sweatshirts and hoodies.
Each comes in six graphic designs: Contours, Happy Place, Tee Time, Reckless Driving, The Scenic Route and Three on the Green. The idea is golf culture you can wear anywhere, not a full on-course wardrobe.
That brings honest limits. There are no polos, trousers, shorts, outerwear, waterproofs or caps, and no women's-specific line. If your club has a collared-shirt dress code, you will need a polo from elsewhere.
Backtee
Backtee is a golf clothing brand from Silkeborg in Denmark, founded in 1994. Its webshop is organised by weather (sun, wind, cold and rain), which tells you what the brand is for.
The range covers men and women, with no junior line, and the women's side is at least as deep as the men's. Backtee's ambassador page lists DP World Tour winners Joachim B. Hansen and Morten Ørum Madsen. On Trustpilot it held 4.9 out of 5 from 491 reviews in October 2026.
For British golfers, the catch is access. American Golf, Scottsdale Golf, Function18, Clubhouse Golf and GolfOnline didn't list Backtee in October 2026, so the backtee.com webshop is the realistic route. A UK visitor sees prices in euros.
Key Features and Fabrics
Three Putt Golf
- Tees: 100% cotton, 260gsm, relaxed fit, S–3XL, five colourways per design.
- Long-sleeve tees: 280gsm, 85% cotton / 15% polyester, loose drop-shoulder fit, S–2XL.
- Sweatshirts: 400gsm cotton crewneck, regular fit, S–2XL.
- Hoodies: 430gsm, 56% cotton / 44% polyester, oversized drop-shoulder fit, S–2XL, four colourways per design.
These are heavyweight casual garments, not technical performance wear. Do not expect moisture-wicking, stretch fabric or weather protection.
Backtee
- Polos: the men's Focus Polo is typical: 88% polyester and 12% spandex, UPF 50, recycled fibres and a regular fit. Several polos and sports dresses use 50% Kafetex, a fabric made partly from coffee grounds.
- Midlayers and base layers: lightly water-repellent Shield midlayers, knitted windbreaker sweaters with a windproof lining, and hollow-yarn First Skin base layers.
- Trousers: Light Weight Performance trousers are stretchy, quick-drying and non-iron, with an elastic back waist and 31" or 34" legs. Thermal Hybrid trousers add a brushed, water-repellent winter version.
- Rain: the 4Way Stretch Pro Rain Trousers are 3-layer, rated 15,000mm waterproof with 15,000 breathability, and have long waterproof leg zips.
The gap is a men's rain jacket. The only rain jacket is the women's, and the men's 4way Stretch Performance Jacket is rated 5,000mm, which is shower-proof territory. For a men's waterproof jacket, see our guide to the best waterproof golf clothing.
Price Comparison
| Category | Three Putt | Backtee |
|---|---|---|
| Tees and polos | Tees £23.99–£29.99 | Men's polos €54.95–€82.95 (about £47–£71); women's polos €54.95–€75.95 (about £47–£65) |
| Long sleeves and base layers | Long-sleeve tees £27.99–£34.99 | First Skin base layers €61.95 (about £53) |
| Sweatshirts and midlayers | Sweatshirts £37.99–£47.99 | Shield midlayers €89.95–€109.95 (about £77–£94); knitted windbreaker sweaters €137.95 (about £118) |
| Hoodies | £45.99–£54.99 | Shield midlayer hoodie €109.95 (about £94) |
| Trousers and shorts | Not in the range | Light Weight Performance trousers about €110 (about £94); Hybrid shorts and skorts €89.95 (about £77) |
| Wind and hybrid jackets | Not in the range | Packable windshirts €82.95–€95.95 (about £71–£82); Hybrid jackets €164.95 (about £141) |
| Rainwear | Not in the range | 4Way Stretch Pro Rain Trousers €164.95 (about £141); women's rain jacket €205.95 (about £176) |
Backtee prices are euro list prices shown to a UK visitor in October 2026, converted at about €1.17 to the pound, before delivery and import charges. Deep seasonal sales mean you will often pay well below list. Non-EU orders under €150 (about £128) pay €25 (about £21) delivery, although product pages advertise free shipping over €100.
Price Verdict
Three Putt is far cheaper for what it sells. A hoodie, a sweatshirt and a tee together cost less than one pair of Backtee rain trousers at list price. A single €68.95 Backtee polo ordered on its own comes to about €94 with the €25 non-EU fee, before any import charges. At list price Backtee is fair rather than cheap; its sales are where the value lies.
Fit and Sizing
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt sizes run S–3XL on tees and S–2XL on everything else. Tees have a relaxed fit, long-sleeves a loose drop shoulder and sweatshirts a regular fit. Hoodies are oversized with a drop shoulder, so size down if you want a closer look.
Backtee
Backtee cuts for comfort and layering rather than a slim, tour-style look. Product pages mark the fit "true to size" and link to centimetre size guides. Men's tops run S–4XL, with XS on a few styles, and women's tops run XS–3XL.
Trousers use EU sizing, and Backtee says its size 50 equals a 32-inch jeans waist. The men's Light Weight Performance trousers come in 31" and 34" legs, as do the rain trousers.
Fit Verdict
Backtee wins on golf-specific cut, stretch, two leg lengths, sizes to 4XL and a proper women's range. Three Putt's cuts are roomier and simpler. With 14-day paid returns to Denmark, measure before you order.
Style and Versatility
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt is golf streetwear: golf-themed graphics on heavyweight fabric, cut in relaxed and oversized shapes. A hoodie works for a casual range session, the pub after a round or a weekend layer. It is not the right shirt for a members' competition at a traditional club, so check your golf dress code first.
Backtee
Backtee looks like quiet Scandinavian function: navy, black, white and muted colours, small logos and gentle stripes. Nothing will start a conversation on the first tee, which is rather the point. Its collared polos and golf trousers suit even a traditional club.
Off the course, the knitted windbreaker sweaters cross over best. Most of the range still looks like golf kit, because it is.
Style Verdict
Backtee dresses the round, from a summer medal to a frosty winter fourball. Three Putt dresses everything around it, from the car park to the bar. They rarely compete for the same hanger: a Backtee windbreaker on the course and a Three Putt hoodie after it is a sensible split.
Quality, Durability and Sustainability
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt's quality story is weight. Tees are 260gsm cotton, long-sleeves 280gsm, sweatshirts 400gsm and hoodies 430gsm. On sustainability, Three Putt makes no recycled-content or eco claims. Its tees are 100% cotton.
Backtee
Backtee's product pages give real spec detail: fabric blends, waterproof ratings and care instructions. Its Trustpilot reviews mostly praise Danish service and delivery, and there is very little product testing in the UK golf press.
On sustainability, Backtee says it works only with amfori BSCI-certified factories, an audit scheme for working conditions. Some polos use recycled fibres, and several use 50% Kafetex. There are no OEKO-TEX or bluesign claims, and product pages don't name a country of manufacture. Faulty goods can be claimed for up to two years under Danish law.
Quality Verdict
Backtee wins on technical construction and honest spec sheets, and nothing in the Three Putt range is built for weather. Three Putt wins on heavyweight cotton at a low price. On sustainability, Backtee's factory standard and recycled fibres give it the edge, though it names no fabric certification.
Customer Support and Returns
Three Putt Golf
Delivery is free across the UK. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Email support@threeputtgolfclothing.co.uk first, and note that you pay the return postage. Support is by email.
Backtee
Backtee's service is highly rated at home, but it keeps Danish hours and EU-style terms. In October 2026, a UK buyer faced these:
- Delivery: the UK is in the store's list of delivery countries, although the written shipping policy names only EU countries, Norway, Switzerland and the US. Non-EU orders under €150 pay €25; above that, delivery is free.
- Import charges: the shipping policy says duties and taxes on non-EU orders are levied when the parcel arrives, and you pay them.
- Returns: a 14-day right of withdrawal, with return postage to Denmark at your cost. Returns can't be sent to a parcel shop or locker.
- Exchanges: size swaps within 14 days through Backtee's returns portal. The replacement ships free.
- Mixed messages: site banners promise a "30-day return policy" that the written terms don't match. Members of the free Club BACKTEE are promised free returns.
- Contact: phone +45 87 68 28 28 or webshop@backtee.com, Monday to Friday 8:00–14:00 Danish time (7:00–13:00 UK time).
Support Verdict
Three Putt is simpler for a UK buyer: one brand, prices in pounds, free UK delivery and email support. Both give 14 days to return at your own cost, but Backtee's returns travel to Denmark and its phone line closes at 1pm UK time. Free replacement shipping on Backtee size exchanges is a genuine plus.
Our Pick
Buy Backtee if you play through cold, wet and windy months and want sensible, stretchy layers with real spec sheets. Its polos suit a traditional club, its women's range is deep, and men's tops run to 4XL. Go in knowing the costs: euros, a €25 fee on smaller orders, import charges on arrival and 14-day returns to Denmark. You will also need a men's rain jacket from elsewhere.
Buy Three Putt for golf style off the course and on relaxed dry days, priced in pounds with free UK delivery. Heavyweight tees from £23.99 and hoodies under £52 cover the walk to the first tee and the pub after. A sweatshirt or long-sleeve tee rounds it out. You will still need a collared polo from elsewhere if your club requires one.
Plenty of golfers will own both. For more continental labels, see our guide to European golf brands.
About the Author
Graeme is a golf enthusiast and writer who believes the best golfwear should work as hard off the course as it does on it. Drawing on years of testing brands across every level, from high street to heritage, he writes honest, wearable reviews that cut through the marketing noise. When he's not reviewing the latest drops, you'll find him on the fairways of West Yorkshire, usually three-putting.
Frequently Asked Questions About Three Putt vs Backtee
Is Three Putt a good alternative to Backtee?
For off-course style, yes, but not for weather. Three Putt sells heavyweight tees, long-sleeves, sweatshirts and hoodies from £23.99 with free UK delivery. The range has no waterproofs, outerwear, polos or trousers, so it can't replace Backtee's rain trousers or windbreakers. Wear a Three Putt hoodie after the round, not instead of a waterproof.
Does Backtee ship to the UK?
The UK is in Backtee's list of delivery countries, and a UK visitor sees euro prices. The written shipping policy doesn't name the UK, but its non-EU terms are €25 (about £21) on orders under €150 (about £128) and free above. Import duties and taxes are charged on arrival and are yours to pay. Check the delivery charge at checkout.
Which is better on the course?
Backtee, clearly. Its polos meet dress codes, its windbreakers handle cold days, and its 4Way Stretch Pro Rain Trousers are rated 15,000mm waterproof. The gap is a men's rain jacket, since the men's 4way Stretch Performance Jacket is rated only 5,000mm. Three Putt's cotton tees and hoodies suit a relaxed round on a dry day, with no weather protection.
Which is better value?
It depends on the job. For casual golf style, Three Putt: the whole range sits between £23.99 and £54.99, priced in pounds with free UK delivery. For on-course kit, Backtee is fair at list price, about £47–£71 for a men's polo, and much cheaper in its seasonal sales. Small UK orders lose value to the €25 fee and import charges.
Is Three Putt good quality?
Three Putt's quality case rests on fabric weight. Tees are 260gsm 100% cotton, sweatshirts 400gsm cotton and hoodies 430gsm cotton/polyester. That is substantial for casual wear at £23.99–£54.99. It is not technical kit, though: there is no wicking, stretch or weather protection, which is where Backtee earns its price.
How do the fits differ?
Backtee cuts regular, stretchy golf fits marked "true to size", with men's tops S–4XL, women's XS–3XL and EU trouser sizes (its size 50 equals a 32-inch jeans waist). Key trousers come in 31" and 34" legs. Three Putt's cuts are roomier, from relaxed tees to oversized hoodies, in S–3XL for tees and S–2XL for the rest.
Are Backtee and Three Putt sustainable?
Backtee has more to show. It says it uses only amfori BSCI-certified factories, some polos use recycled fibres, and several use 50% Kafetex, made partly from coffee grounds. It makes no OEKO-TEX or bluesign claims and doesn't name a country of manufacture. Three Putt makes no recycled-content or eco claims. Its tees are 100% cotton.
Which has better returns for UK buyers?
Neither is generous. Both give 14 days, and you pay the return postage. Three Putt asks you to email support first. Backtee's returns go back to Denmark, though size exchanges ship the replacement free. Ignore the "30-day return policy" banners on Backtee's site: its written terms say 14 days. Members of the free Club BACKTEE are promised free returns.
