Equipment
Galvin Green: Now keeping U.S. golfers warm and dry
Have you ever played golf in rainy or cold weather and taken off your jacket to hit a shot because it was getting in the way of your swing? You were wet and cold without the jacket on, but at least you could swing freely.
Galvin Green, a high-end golf apparel company based in Sweden, engineers golf-specific outwear that solves that exact problem, and also caters to other nuanced needs of serious golfers facing inclement weather.
The company’s fully waterproof outerwear is made with stretchable Gore-Tex — a fabric membrane also used by NASA and in fuel cell batteries — that keeps rain and wind out, but allows water vapor and body heat to escape. That makes it both waterproof and breathable. Its jackets also use designs such as water channels on the wrist cuffs to keep water away from a golfer’s grip, as well as pockets placed in the back of instead of the front to avoid bulk where golfers don’t want it.
“All serious golfers over here wear Galvin Green outerwear,” a playing partner told me while in London. “It’s absolutely the best.”
With products that better players appreciate, Galvin Green recently became the official European Ryder Cup outerwear supplier, and the team will wear the waterproof apparel for both the 2016 Ryder Cup at Hazeltine and the 2018 Ryder Cup in France. The company also currently holds a 52 percent marketshare of outerwear in the U.K., although it’s still relatively unknown to U.S. golfers.
Galvin Green’s “Arrow” jacket ($560) and “Alf Stretch” pants ($395) are made with stretchable Gore-Tex, as well as lining for waterproof warmth.
Galvin Green has grown 30 percent in the last year in the States, but is currently available in only 200 green grass golf shops around the U.S. — most of them high-end. You’ll see the company’s products in pro shops such as Pebble Beach, Oakmont, National Golf Links, Streamsong and Whistling Straits to name a few.
“Still being fairly new in the U.S., we focus on creating relationships with top clubs and resorts across the country, while offering all golfers the opportunity to shop Galvin Green with our e-commerce partner TrendyGolfUSA.com,” Andrew Creed, the company’s U.S. manager, said.
According to Creed, word of mouth and spillover from the U.K. market, as well as expansion into more green grass shops and stores, will help the U.S. become accustomed to the outerwear that is already so popular internationally.
The Aston jacket, which weighs only 300 grams and comes without lining, is currently the most popular item in the U.S..
Of course, it’s not always raining. Sometimes you’re merely battling the temperature, whether it’s hot or cold. Galvin Green also carries what it calls “Insula” jackets and “Ventil8” shirts, which are both made for thermal regulation.
The Insula is made with fabric on the interior that looks like mini waffles — yes, the food. The fabric allows moisture to escape from the jacket, yet traps body heat to keep golfers warm. It’s made from 90 percent polyester, which means golfers don’t have to iron it and it dries quicker than cotton or wool.
The Ventil8 shirts are made from 100 polyester, and have specially designed threads that push body heat to the surface faster than normal polyester. That helps keep golfers cool and dry when they’re sweating. They also have a UV Protection Factor of 20+.
The stretchable Gore-Tex outer layer, or “Aston” pictured above is available for $460. Also pictured are an Insula jacket ($190) and Ventil8 golf shirt ($145).
Recently, I traveled to London to learn more about the products, but I was also there to capture a trophy for my country. Along with a presentation about its apparel offerings, the company also hosted a Ryder Cup-style event, pitting North American media members vs. Ireland and European media members.
I was lucky enough to be selected to the team, and even luckier to play Walton Heath — site of the 1981 Ryder Cup where the U.S. won by the margin of 18.5 to 9.5. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but the American side lost a heartbreaker 2-1 in the 18-hole fourball competition. Read more about the event and the results here!
We were all outfitted in Galvin Green gear, so unfortunately we can’t even blame the weather.
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Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (4/18/24): TaylorMade BRNR mini driver head
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a TaylorMade BRNR mini driver head
From the seller: (@lasallen): “For sale is a BRNR mini 11.5 deg head only in brand new condition. $325 shipped.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: TaylorMade BRNR mini driver head
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Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (4/18/24): Ping PLD Limited Anser – 1988 Open Championship – #2 of only 88 Made
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a Ping PLD Limited Anser – 1988 Open Championship – #2 of only 88 Made.
From the seller: (@DLong72): “Ping PLD Limited Anser – 1988 Open Championship – #2 of only 88 Made. ?: $1150. ?? 100% milled collectors item from the limited releases commemorating when Ping putters won every major in 1988 (88 putters made). This was the model Seve Ballesteros used to win the 1988 Open Championship. Condition is brand new, never gamed, everything is in the original packaging as it came. Putter features the iconic sound slot.
Specs/ Additional Details
-100% Milled, Aluminum/Bronze Alloy (310g)
-Original Anser Design
-PING PP58 Grip
-Putter is built to standard specs.”
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As you probably know by now, Collin Morikawa switched putters after the first round of The Masters, and he ultimately went on to finish T3.
The putter was far from the only change he made last week, however, and his bag is continuing to change this week at the 2024 RBC Heritage.
On the range of The Masters, Morikawa worked closely with Adrian Reitveld, TaylorMade’s Senior Manager of Tour at TaylorMade, to find the perfect driver and 3-wood setups.
Morikawa started off 2024 by switching into TaylorMade’s Qi10 Max driver, but since went back to his faithful TaylorMade SIM – yes, the original SIM from 2020. Somehow, some way, it seems Morikawa always ends up back in that driver, which he used to win the 2020 PGA Championship, and the 2021 Open Championship.
At The Masters, however, Rietveld said the duo found the driver head that allowed “zero compromise” on Morikawa’s preferred fade flight and spin. To match his preferences, they landed on a TaylorMade Qi10 LS 9-degree head, and the lie angle is a touch flatter than his former SIM.
“It’s faster than his gamer, and I think what we found is it fits his desired shot shape, with zero compromise” Rietveld told GolfWRX.com on Wednesday at the RBC Heritage.
Then, to replace his former SIM rocket 3-wood, Morikawa decided to switch into the TaylorMade Qi10 core model 13.5-degree rocket head, with an adjustable hosel.
“He likes the spin characteristics of that head,” Rietveld said. “Now he’s interesting because with Collin, you can turn up at a tournament, and you look at his 3-wood, and he’s changed the setting. One day there’s more loft on it, one day there’s less loft on it. He’s that type of guy. He’s not scared to use the adjustability of the club.
“And I think he felt our titanium head didn’t spin as low as his original SIM. So we did some work with the other head, just because he liked the feel of it. It was a little high launching, so we fit him into something with less loft. It’s a naughty little piece of equipment.”
In addition to the driver and fairway wood changes, Morikawa also debuted his new “MySymbol” jersey No. 5 TP5x golf ball at The Masters. Morikawa’s choice of symbols is likely tied to his love of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team.
Not enough changes for you? There’s one more.
On Wednesday at the 2024 RBC Heritage, Morikawa was spotted with a new TaylorMade “Proto” 4-iron in the bag. If you recall, it’s the same model that Rory McIlroy debuted at the 2024 Valero Texas Open.
According to Morikawa, the new Proto 4-iron will replace his old P-770 hollow-bodied 4-iron.
“I used to hit my P-770 on a string, but sometimes the distance would be a little unpredictable,” Morikawa told GolfWRX.com. “This one launches a touch higher, and I feel I can predict the distance better. I know Rory replaced his P-760 with it. I’m liking it so far.”
See Morikawa’s full WITB from the 2024 RBC Heritage here.
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sog10
Nov 12, 2015 at 3:25 pm
I’d wager most people don’t have a thousand bucks lying around to send on rain gear for a hobby. It may be a good investment if you do, seeing as it seems like high quality gear. Just not feasible for most people.
alan
Nov 11, 2015 at 9:37 pm
love this stuff, glad its in the us
vjswing
Nov 10, 2015 at 11:31 am
For those not looking to have to take out a second mortgage for outerwear, Sunderland of Scotland is the way to go. I have a crew neck pullover and pants that I purchased back in the mid 1990s, and they’re still more than effective when it comes to keeping me dry.
Dan
Nov 10, 2015 at 8:41 am
Lol they want 30 USD for a pair of socks and 60 for mittens similar to titleist’s. Only so many rich people to buy their product before they price themselves out of the market and out of business.
Nolanski
Nov 10, 2015 at 6:52 am
I’ll spend $560 on a driver every 3-4 years but not a rain coat… $299 maybe.
tomuch23
Nov 10, 2015 at 12:18 am
Well if you don’t need it anymore Andrew I’d be glad to see how well it works. I’ll make sure to report on my experiences.
Ryan
Nov 9, 2015 at 10:21 pm
WTF is going on here? Really, a cool $955 for the outerwear in the first captioned picture? Even better, save some dough and fork over $795 for the uppers in picture 3. See how you and your club enjoy your round sans pants. Get real.
Ronald Montesano
Nov 8, 2015 at 11:02 pm
Not simply a great editor, but a stick to boot!! Congratulations on your trip, your play and all the rest.
RM
Desmond
Nov 8, 2015 at 9:38 pm
trendygolf’s pricing is too high for the market … it’s about 1/3 more than it should be. Won’t help expand the brand.
ParHunter
Nov 8, 2015 at 3:34 pm
Yes they are expensive but you have to see the cost over the years. I bought my jacket about 10 years ago and I never got wet. So that is only about £20/year. Just wash and tumble dry it every now and then and you will stay dry
Mark
Nov 8, 2015 at 1:50 pm
The best suits by far but their pricing is getting crazy. However when you buy a Galvin suit you are guaranteed years and years of genuinely dry Golf. My old top is 6 years old and totally waterproof, breathable and easy to swing in. Consider Galvin suits as investments….
sir_templar2
Nov 8, 2015 at 3:14 am
Can anyone compare the Galvin Green stuff to Kjus? I’m interested in both brands
nunya
Nov 7, 2015 at 11:46 pm
I have some page and tuttle outterwear with the free swing sleeves. Love them and never had an issue with swinging. Same goes for my foot joy rain/wind jacket.
Marty Knowles
Nov 7, 2015 at 6:16 pm
Not doubting the quality of Gavin Green but if they use Zero Restriction’s fabric why wouldn’t I just buy Zero Restriction’s outerwear?
nunya
Nov 7, 2015 at 11:45 pm
and save money!
Desmond
Nov 8, 2015 at 9:36 pm
I think the writer made an error — it’s GoreTex.
Niknak
Nov 7, 2015 at 4:58 pm
Had my Galvin Green waterproof outfit since 2003. Play 90+ rds all year round in Orkney (Islands off the top of Scotland) so it sees A LOT of action and it’s still 100% waterproof. Was expensive but easily my best golfing gear buy.
If you’re listening Galvin feel free to send anything over to me for testing!!!
golfraven
Nov 7, 2015 at 4:07 pm
Have to say that prices in $ are crazy. Do youself the favour and order directly from one of the major online shops in UK. You should save more then 50%. But make sure you know your size first – EU sizes may be slightly different.
mhendon
Nov 7, 2015 at 10:01 am
When I win the lottery I’ll be ordering mine!
golfraven
Nov 7, 2015 at 3:58 pm
Don’t bother waiting so long. Investment is well worth it. Yeah you may think spending over 500$ for waterproofs is creasy but I have my gear for last 5 years and still looking great and I have no doubt this outfit will keep me dry in any weather. Love the Windstopper shell and wear it the most. Plus the compression shirts are the best. Pricey yes, but stylish and made for golf. Great customer service (had one jacket that had design flaws so got the newer model sent to me). Great option of colors and styles like no other company out there.