Getting teed off by US store blocks? My secret to bagging the Kith for TaylorMade 2026 gear

April 14, 2026

The golf drop of the year

I woke up early on April 11, 2026, with one goal: securing a piece of the Kith for TaylorMade 2026 Apparel Collection. If you have seen the lookbook, you know why. Ronnie Fieg and TaylorMade have managed to blend high-performance technical golf gear with that specific Kith aesthetic that works just as well on the streets of Amsterdam as it does on the greens at Kennemer. The 2026 collection features incredible knit polos, tech-nylon jackets, and those highly coveted co-branded wedges that collectors are already flipping for double the price.

Getting teed off by US store blocks? My secret to bagging the Kith for TaylorMade 2026 gear
Start Your Buy For Me Request for Kith for TaylorMade 2026 Apparel Collection
Merchant Kith TaylorMade Golf
EST Service Fee: $16.5 $8.25
Submit your proxy shopping order now and enjoy 50% OFF the service fee.
Plus, get 10% OFF international shipping on your first shipment.
Just a moment, securing your connection...

The European allocation struggle

My first attempt was via the Kith Europe site. It was a bloodbath. The stock levels for the Netherlands and the rest of the EU were microscopic compared to the US drop. Most of the apparel was gone in under sixty seconds. I realized quickly that if I wanted to actually wear this gear in 2026, I had to shop us store directly. The US allocation is significantly larger, and even with the logistics involved, it is often the only way to beat the resellers.

When I decided to pivot to the US store, I knew I needed a reliable freight forwarder. I have used comGateway before, and their tax-free us address in Oregon is a literal lifesaver because it avoids US sales tax on top of the already premium Kith prices. However, there is a hidden barrier that many shoppers in the Netherlands don't realize until they hit the 'Place Order' button.

Why my credit card failed

I found the technical windbreaker in my size on the US site. I entered my shipping address, but then came the dreaded 'Order Cancelled' email five minutes later. Many top-tier US retailers, including Kith and others like Nike or Sephora, have strict filters. They often block international credit cards or refuse to ship to addresses they flag as forwarding hubs. My Dutch bank card was the culprit. Even though I have the funds, the store's security software flagged the mismatch between my billing and shipping regions.

The BuyForMe solution

I didn't let that stop me. I switched to the BuyForMe service, which is essentially a proxy shopping tool. Instead of me struggling with my local card, I asked comGateway to buy the items on my behalf using a US domestic credit card. This assisted purchase is the safest way to guarantee that an order doesn't get cancelled by over-zealous store security. It is the secret weapon for getting around those 'US-only' payment hurdles that usually keep us in the rough.

Shipping to the Netherlands

Once comGateway secured my Kith gear, it arrived at my US locker. From there, I could manage the international shipping process easily. For those of us in the Netherlands, choosing the right international shipping service is about balancing speed and cost. I usually opt for DHL or FedEx because I want my gear before the next weekend round. You can check the international shipping rates to see which carrier fits your budget.

Calculating the cost of the haul

Before I committed to the purchase, I used the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost. It is important to remember that when importing to the Netherlands in 2026, you will need to account for VAT and potential import duties. Even with those shipping fees, the total cost was still lower than what the resellers on StockX were asking for the same Kith for TaylorMade 2026 pieces. Plus, I have the peace of mind knowing the items are authentic and coming straight from the source.

If you are still trying to figure out the logistics, I recommend reading their step-by-step guide. It makes the whole process of shop us ship international much less daunting. My package is currently crossing the Atlantic, and I can't wait to hit the course in my new Kith gear.

Sign up today! Get 15% off and a free Basic Membership.
Just a moment, securing your connection...
Related Topics