Equipment
Stay Warm: Fall 2016 Outerwear Top Picks
For many of GolfWRX readers, fall is a time when aerated greens knock our putts offline, bunches of leaves steal our $4 golf balls and muddy terrain forever ruins our favorite golf shoes and pants. But do you know what? It’s all worth it, so long as we can stay warm.
To help with that last bit, our staff got together to create this list of our top outerwear picks for fall 2016, which covers a range of different brands, fits, fabrics and styles. We admit, some of this stuff is on the pricier side, but we wanted to highlight products that we felt were truly special or especially cool. Because we think less is more when it comes to golf apparel, we also gave priority to items that look as good on the course as they do on the town.
Pro Tip: When playing in the cold, make sure to wear a compression base layer designed specifically for cold weather. We really like UA’s Cold Gear Compression Mock ($49.99), but most major apparel brands make something similar.
Note: Items are listed in alphabetical order.
Adidas Climaheat Prime Quilted Full-Zip
Stay as warm as a polar bear on the course. Adidas’ Climaheat Prime Quilted Full-Zip ($150) uses hollow-core fibers inspired by natural fur to trap more of your body heat. The quilted fabric on the jacket looks not only looks cool, but helps beat the wind and the wet.
- Colors: Black (pictured), Dark Gray/Heather/Black, RayRed/Black
AG The Ridgewood V-Neck
AG is best known for its jeans, but a lot of its clothes look great on the course, too — specifically its Green Line that was developed with golfers in mind. Case in point, its luxurious Ridgewood V-Neck sweater ($258). It’s a wool-cashmere blend (70-30) that can take you from the course to the town, where no one will assume you just played 18.
- Colors: Auburn (pictured), Naval Blue
Everlane Zip Hoodie Sweatshirt
A hoodie on the golf course? In our eyes it’s perfectly acceptable, especially when the temperatures drop. Whether you’re throwing a hoodie on during long waits or wearing it the entire round, we like this 100-percent cotton zip hoodie from Everlane ($65), an online retailer known for its transparent pricing. It’s thinner and slimmer-fitting than most hoodies, allowing you swing swing freely.
- Colors: Black (pictured), Gray Marled, Navy Marled, Light Grey Marled
Filson Wool Cuff Cap
Seattle-based Filson is known for its rugged gear, particularly its bags, but it makes highly durable apparel and accessories, too. We love this Wool Cuff Cap ($50), which is long enough to cover your ears. Its wool is sourced from the U.S, naturally water-repellant and stays warm even when wet.
FootJoy WinterSof Gloves, Cart Mitts
You’ll be singing the praises of FootJoy’s WinterSof gloves ($22 per pair) in finger-numbing temperatures. Trust us. While you’re at it, pick up a pair of of DryJoys Cart Mitts ($40). Pull them directly over your WinterSof gloves in between shots, sip something warm and you’ll all but forget about that snowman you just made.
- Colors: WinterSoft (Black), Cart Mitts (Black)
Galvin Green’s Alf Stretch Pants
Galvin Green’s Alf pants ($395) are expensive, but offer incredible value. They look a lot like normal golf pants, but earn their sticker price by brushing off even the nastiest course sludge. Wear these GoreTex pants over your golf pants, or even as golf pants thanks to their lightweight lining. Fleece-lined pockets keep your hands warm, while a waist drawstring and adjustable leg-opening tabs help you perfect your fit. With proper care, they’ll be a staple in your golf wardrobe for a long time.
- Colors: Black
Lululemon Metal Vent Thermal Tights
We’ll let you in on a little secret: Lululemon isn’t just for women. You won’t believe how warm (and comfortable) you’ll be on the course in these Metal Vent Thermal Tights ($78). With limited seams they won’t rub you the wrong way, and their SilverScent technology keeps stink at bay if you need to wear them a few rounds in a row.
- Color: Black
Nike Tech Sphere Knit Crew Sweater
Nike’s Tech Sphere Crew Knit ($190) is the quintessential modern golf sweater. It’s warm without being bulky thanks to Nike’s 3D Therma-Fit fabric. Stretchy sleeves, mobility-enhancing rib panels, and rib cuffs that actually stay in place while you swing, sweetening the deal.
- Colors: Black/Dark Gray (pictured) and Carbon Heather/Volt
North Face Far Northern Full Zip
North Face’s Far Northern ($149) is full-zip fleece jacket that’s constructed with a touch of wool to boost warmth. The highly versatile jacket has an active fit to allow for easy movement that’s good for the course, or wherever else you need to stay toasty.
- Colors: Rosin Green (pictured), Black Heather, Asphault Gray, Urban Navy, Fusebox Gray, Brown Heather
Peter Millar Geneva Lightweight Packable Windbreaker
When the wind is up, Peter Millar’s Geneva Windbreaker is at its best. It’s lightweight and packable (just fold it into its rear-zip pocket), so throw it in the big part of your golf bag in case the wind starts to howl. Its adjustable bottom hem, which dials in fit, is a nice touch.
Puma Elevated PWRWARM Quarter-Zip
Puma’s Elevated PWRWARM quarter-zip ($80) is surprisingly warm for a thin popover. The inside of the jacket features lightweight, ceramic coatings that help retain body heat. The quarter-zip is also UPF 50, which means only 1/50th of the sun’s UV radiation will make it through the fabric.
- Colors: Periscope (pictured), Quarry, Forest Night, Surf the Web, Black
Sunice Franz Pro Sport Jacket
The Sunice Franz Pro Sport Jacket ($200 MSRP) is windproof, water-repellant and will keep your warm in temperatures as cold as 14 degrees (Fahrenheit), at which point you should probably be more concerned with frostbite than fades. Regardless, it’s always good to have a little extra gas in the tank, as they say.
- Colors: Blue/Black (pictured), Black, Charcoal/Black
Under Armour Storm SweaterFleece Vest
A vest is sometimes a better choice than a jacket or pullover, and UA’s Storm SweaterFleece Vest ($64.99) is one of our favorites. It’s second-skin soft, breathable and water-repellant. We love the option to pull the zipper up or down based on temperature (and style preferences).
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Whats in the Bag
Russell Henley WITB 2024 (March)
- Russell Henley WITB accurate as of the Cognizant Classic.
Driver: Titleist TSi3 (10 degrees, B1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 70 6.5 TX
3-wood: Titleist TS3 (16.5 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 80 TX
Hybrid: Titleist TSi2 (21 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi MMT Hybrid 100 TX
Irons: Titleist T100 (4-9)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold AMT (4-6), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 (7-9)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F @47, 50-08F @51, 54-10S, @55, 60-04T)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: Scotty Cameron T5 Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
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Whats in the Bag
Vince Carter WITB 2024 (March)
- The NBA legend was teeing it up in the Arnold Palmer Invitational Pro-Am.
Driver: Ping G430 Max 10K (9 degrees)
3-wood: Ping G430 Max (15 degrees)
7-wood: Ping G430 Max (21 degrees)
Irons: Ping i230 (4-PW)
Wedges: Ping Glide 4.0 (50, 54, 58)
Putter: Ping
Ball: Renegade Mbu
Check out more photos of Vince Carter’s WITB here.
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Equipment
From the Forums: I need more forgiveness in my irons – Looking for recommendations
In our forums, our members have been discussing the most forgiving irons currently on the market. WRXer ‘TheShark1’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons, saying:
“Currently gaming the Mizuno Pro 225’s but think I need more forgiveness in my irons. My well struck shots are real nice, but my mishits are not performing as good as I had hoped anymore. I really like hollow body irons so if I could find something more forgiving in a hollow body iron that would be great.
Open to any and all recommendations other than Ping. Can’t hit Ping irons at all.”
And our members have been sharing their best suggestions in our forum.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- AvidSwampThing66: “Another vote for the super forgiving and fast Paradym irons. They look really good for being a GI iron.”
- bobfoster: “I just went from MP20 MMCs to the new 245s in my scoring irons (just played my first round with them today). If you have a chance to try them, you might find them worth a serious look.”
- vman: “Shoot me down, but spend the money on lessons.”
- J_Tizzle: “i525s are great off the heel in my opinion.”
Entire Thread: “From the Forums: I need more forgiveness in my irons – Looking for recommendations”
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golfraven
Sep 28, 2016 at 4:03 pm
The only stuff I would recommend and am wearing are Footjoy and Galvin Green. You cannot go wrong with that stuff. Amen.
Steven peavy
Sep 28, 2016 at 10:03 am
Not much there. Anything more than UA cool gear, merino wool long sleeve shirt,a windbreaker, heavier soxs and I’m reading a book or doing something with my wife. Being comfortable is more important.
George
Sep 27, 2016 at 6:13 pm
there was so much room for a decent article here, I was actually searching for some good fall gear and this article did everything but help me
Jack
Sep 27, 2016 at 4:31 pm
Ugliest selection ever, wtf is wrong with this website
Ryan5508
Sep 27, 2016 at 3:55 pm
The FootJoy WinterSof gloves are amazing for cold weather golfing. Highly recommended!
The Whammer
Sep 28, 2016 at 7:18 am
FootJoy winter gloves from three years ago were much better than these. They were warmer and you didn’t need lady fingers to squeeze into them. Either one is better than anything else out there.
Greg V
Sep 27, 2016 at 11:06 am
I play cold weather golf in a Patagonia Nano Puff pullover. A little expensive, probably not “golf trendy”, but it really keeps me warm. And it is easy to wash.
Jim
Sep 27, 2016 at 1:12 pm
As much as I like buying golf brand winter gear, I typically look at brands like Smartwool, and find by googling value priced outdoor gear you will find some great deals (especially during the summer) that doesn’t break the bank. B companies like REI, Moose Jaw and others gave some great well made products , they just don’t have the FJ or Swoosh on it
Smitty
Sep 27, 2016 at 9:28 am
This was completely useless. A hoodie, North Face jacket, yoga pants, and over priced pants. Solid picks there guys. Yet nothing from FJ, who has some really good layering options. I’m surprised you guys didn’t promote Gildan underwear as a great Fall option.
carl spackler
Sep 27, 2016 at 8:35 am
$400 pants a great value! Ha!
desmond
Sep 27, 2016 at 9:57 am
Gore-Tex = $$$