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Seeing some of the outfits last week at Augusta National got me thinking: A few of those golfers wearing the colorful wardrobes might also be colorful personalities.

Certain duffers, no matter what they wear or what they do, will always be fan favorites. The guys I wouldn't mind teeing it up with on an early Saturday morning, or having a beverage with after a round of golf. Guys who'd crack a joke after missing a putt instead of giving you a steely stare as if it were your fault.

Whether it's aqua pants, a head-to-toe orange outfit, Union Jack slacks or a pink hat, some golfers are bringing personality and color back to the game. "There's more to us than just playing golf. I think it brightens it up and makes it a bit fun," Darren Clarke said recently.

When compiling this list, I looked at the following factors: on-course personality, golf attire and whether they'd chat it up with me on the course and even offer some tips.

Harry How/Getty Images 1. John Daly Despite his tendency to quit, as SI.com colleague Rick Arnett points out, and past off-course bouts with drinking and gambling, Daly remains a fan favorite. He's the regular Joe people can relate to, the definition of a survivor. With a grip-it-and-rip-it philosophy, Daly makes every shot a possible adventure -- and we dig that about him. He plays guitar, writes lyrics, travels to Tour events by RV and resembles a walking billboard with numerous sponsor logos sprinkled about his shirt. Scott Halleran/Getty Images 2.Jesper Parnevik Known for his turned-up bill and volcanic sand diet, Parnevik was the first golfer to push the envelope in terms of golf attire. Clad in outfits designed by Johan Lindeberg, Parnevik admits he is always looking to break the mold. "I'm not scared to try new things," Parnevik said. That's due to happen when your father is Sweden's most famous comedian. Parnevik -- who lists magic, yoga and vitamins among his interests -- wears some of the more colorful and interesting slacks on Tour. Although he doesn't go with the turned-up bill as much anymore, Parnevik still sports wristbands. AP 3. Darren Clarke Give him a couple of years, and Clarke could be No. 1 on my list. If you can't spot Clarke on the course, just follow the puff of smoke -- he always has a cigar nearby. Although he had problems with tantrums earlier in his career, Clarke has kept his anger in check and has become one of the better ballstrikers around. And with "Tony the Tailor" providing his attire, Clarke has become one of the more colorful golfers on Tour. A former rugby player, Clarke has a Ferrari with "DC60" on the plate in reference to his two low rounds. Scott Halleran/Getty Images 4. Craig Stadler The Walrus is one of the most recognizable and popular personalities in the game. "Emphatic Club Placement" is the phrase Stadler coined when he felt it necessary to let an offending club know it had done him wrong. True, Stadler's club throws are legendary and frequent, but keep in mind that he only gets mad at himself during his on-course vents. He plays sporadic Tour events and is just as big a hit on the Champions Tour with his get-what-you-get attitude. Elsa/Getty Images 5. Peter Jacobsen If you want to know which golfer performs the best player impressions, look no further. Even though the 51-year-old Jacobsen doesn't have the colorful attire as others, his sense of humor more than makes up for it. Jacobsen hosts, along with "Signboy" Matt Griesser, Peter Jacobsen Unplugged on The Golf Channel. Maybe Jacobsen learned his comedic skills from the late actor Jack Lemmon, his playing partner for 16 years at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. AP 6.Ian Poulter There isn't a more colorful golfer than Poulter, who is renowned for his slacks and hair -- the latter changing shades just about every other month. Poulter wore pink trousers at last year's Masters and Union Jack pants to last year's British Open. But if you're going to dress so bravely, you'd better have the game to match it. Poulter does. "There are too many boring characters out there," Poulter said recently. British bookmakers even put odds at last year's Open on what Poulter would wear (cycling shorts were 16-1 and a thong was 33-1). Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images 7. Fred Funk The ultimate team guy, Funk showed he still has the game and guts to win on Tour, claiming The Players Championship in March. Funk is the definition of an American success story. He worked as a newspaper circulation supervisor before joining the Tour. The self-taught Funk is one of the more animated golfers on any tour. After draining a putt on 18 at Sawgrass, Funk slammed his hat down on the green knowing the putt probably sealed the victory. It may not be Arnie's Army, but Funk has his own following: Funk's Punks. Jeff Gross/Getty Images 8. Sergio Garcia Garcia was the Energizer Bunny early in his career, going Mach 2 all the time. What I like about Garcia is he's not afraid to show his emotions outwardly, even if he's on camera in front of millions. Garcia has been prone to some unforgettable tantrums (throwing a shoe at a billboard), but he's gotten better recently. It's been said Garcia has never hit a bad shot that was his fault. Maybe that's why he fired two caddies over a five-month period. Garcia even withdrew from the '99 St. Jude because of an acne outbreak. But there's no denying Garcia's ability or the enthusiasm he shows on the course. Harry How/Getty Images 9. Shigeki Maruyama You'd have to try pretty hard to wipe that ever-present smile from Maruyama's face. Maybe that's why it's fun to watch him -- he never stops smiling, even after bogeys. Remember Maruyama's jumping-jack leap when he made an ace at Colonial in '03? It's this bubbly personality that probably helped Maruyama early in his career land appearances on the Japanese TV variety show Yume-ga-MoriMori (Lots of Dreams). Just missed the cut: Luke Donald, Tiger Woods, Duffy Waldorf, Aaron Baddeley.  React: Colorful golfer you'd want to golf with? Why? Your Name: Your E-mail Address: Your Hometown: Your thoughts:

Here's some reactions to last week's column regarding dark-horse picks for the Masters (I hope you did better than myself):

Chris DiMarco. He's always had great showings at the Masters, and with his Ryder Cup performance, PGA Championship playoff, and Accenture performance, may have gained experience he needs to finally win at Augusta.
  -- Andy, Chicago, Ill.

Justin Leonard. He can be very good or so bad you don't want to watch. If he is on his game, he can make a good run for the jacket.
  -- Tom, Kiawah Island, S.C.

Chris DiMarco ... tough in tough spots. Can get on a roll and play with anyone. Rarely gets in major trouble and drives the ball well for position.
  -- Sonny, Fort Worth, Texas

Paul Casey, because he has the length, the composure and is not afraid to go low.
  -- Rob, Netherlands

Tim Clark. He flys under the radar, and is so consistent. I think he has the mental makeup to do it.
  -- Kevin, Wellfleet, Mass.

We are talking "dark horse," correct? I like Casey Wittenberg. He finished in the Top 15 last year -- as an amateur -- and showed incredible poise in the process. I think he builds on it this year and surprises everybody ... hello, Bobby Jones!
  -- Lou, Alpharetta, Ga.

I think Mike Weir will do it again. His short game is good and he's been preparing himself for this week. He has the mental resolve to last.
  -- Dave, Ottawa, Canada