Equipment

Nike Golf Hyperadapt Storm-FIT Rain Jacket

Published

13 years ago

Jul 11, 2013

There is a scene in the movie “The Incredibles” when Edna shows Helen Parr (a.k.a. Elastigirl) her updated supersuits for the family. They twist and turn and repel all kinds of threatening weaponry. On my honor, the first thought I had when I saw the picture below was “Cool, now I can be an Incredible.”

Nike Golf rolled out a new weather jacket today, the Hyperadapt Storm-FIT. Predicated on comfort, mobility and protection, it was worn by Nike Golf athlete Paul Casey during his June win at the Irish Open. At the coming 2013 British Open championship at storied Muirfield Golf Club in Gullane, Scotland, additional Nike Golf athletes will arm themselves against whatever rain, wind and cold the elements might throw their way.

Nike Hyperadapt Full Zip Black

Merritt Richardson, Nike Golf vice president of global golf apparel, explained that:

“Often, athletes will add a size to their rain jackets because they do not want to feel restricted by the fabric. This leads to a distracting, over-sized jacket that is not optimal for competitive play. The Hyperadapt jacket eliminates this issue by providing athletes the protection they need without sacrificing the performance benefits of a stretch pullover.”

Nike Golf insists that this jacket feels more like a sweater throughout the entire cut. The inner layer features no-sew technology to minimize chaffing. The flexible essence of the material reduces the crinkly sounds normally associated with bad-weather golf wear.

Nike Hyperadapt Half Zip Game Royal

The Hyperadapt Storm-FIT arrives in half-zip and full-zip options. Both are available in black, cool grey and game royal; the full-zip adds armory slate to the palette choices.

Nike Hyperadapt Full Zip Armory Slate

With the emphasis on fit and flexibility, there might be concern among potential customers that the Hyperadapt Storm-FIT regarding permeability. According to the press release, “the Hyperadapt jacket is breathable and seam sealed for 100 percent waterproof protection. Adjustable cuffs offer a custom fit for increased protection and even less distraction giving athletes an advantage with every detail.”

Returning to “The Incredibles”, when Bob Parr (a.k.a. Mr. Incredible) discussed his new garb with Edna, he mentioned a predilection toward a cape. “No, no, no, NO. No cape!” was Edna’s response. The cape had seen better days (and cost several super heroes their lives, sadly.) It seems that the tent-like feel of old-school rain gear might have seen its final sunset, too.

If flexibility and impermeability can combine forces, we’ll all be superheroes with titanium drivers, especially in the bad weather.

The Hyperadapt Storm-FIT Rain Jacket Half Zip is available in stores now, and sells for around $240. It’s available in black, cool grey and game royal. The full zip sells for around $280, and is available in black, cool grey, game royal and armory slate.

Equipment

Spotted: Titleist GTS USWO headcovers

Published

15 hours ago

Jun 5, 2026

Andrew Von Lossow

GolfWRX Tour Photographer Greg Moore was at Riviera Country Club this last week in Los Angeles for the U.S. Women’s Open. While browsing the photos, I spotted a recent major trend in headcovers. That is, the Titleist GTS headcover line expands the majors theme.

Seen on the bag of Natalia Guseva were the red, white, and blue Titleist GTS covers. This is the third time we have seen limited-edition Titleist major covers, the others being at the Masters and the PGA Championship. But with the launch of the GTS line back at the Texas Children’s Houston Open in March, this is the first time we have seen Titleist come out with major themed head covers for the season (driver headcovers through hybrids).

Check out some photos below.

At the Masters, we saw the familiar Masters green, white, and yellow. While the PGA Championship design was colors synonymous with the Philadelphia Eagles NFL team. This shows the season major drops continue full steam ahead for major OEMs. New opportunities for each major for designs and themes, and who knows, maybe a lucky spark for a player and a major championship for their resume. It gets the wheels turning for what major theme headcover you would keep on your bag for the whole season!

Whats in the Bag

Melanie Green WITB 2026 (June)

Published

18 hours ago

Jun 5, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

Driver: TaylorMade Qi4D (9 degrees)
Shaft: Graphite Design Tour AD VF 5 S

3-wood: TaylorMade Qi4D (15 degrees)
Shaft: Graphite Design Tour AD VF 6 S

Hybrids: TaylorMade Qi4D (19 degrees, 22 degrees)
Shaft: Graphite Design Tour AD VF Hybrid 85 S

Irons: TaylorMade P770 (5-PW)
Shafts: Nippon Modus 3 Tour 105

Wedges: TaylorMade MG5 (50-SB 09, 54-SB 12, 60-SB 10)
Shafts: Nippon Modus 3 Tour 105

Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour V
Grip: SuperStroke Flatso 2.0

Grips: Golf Pride MCC

Ball: TaylorMade TP5x

Check out more in-hand photos of Melanie Green’s clubs here.

Equipment

Titleist GT280 mini driver after 3 rounds – GolfWRXers discuss

Published

18 hours ago

Jun 5, 2026

Will Schube

In our forums, one user has announced himself as a believer in the powers of Titleist’s GT280 Mini Driver, and is sharing the good news with other members.

User @dgarland chronicled:

“As the title states I have played 3 rounds with a Titleist GT280 mini driver and here are the results… If you have been contemplating trying one, definitely do. Stock Tensei Blue and set at standard loft and it’s legitimately hard to not put the ball in play with this. It is incredibly straight and even bad swings result in a usable shot. You will give up some distance but you will be in play. I have not attempted to hit it off the fairway yet but I rarely hit my 3 wood off the fairway either. At my home course there are two holes on the front 9 that are a really uncomfortable shot with the driver. One is a slight dogleg right where a draw (my normal shot) can run out of room fast and the other is a dogleg left with trees about 250ish straight off the tee, where a driver that doesn’t draw will get me into trouble. The mini driver has been perfect for both of them. I always step onto those tee boxes uncomfortable about the shot I need to play, but with this it makes it far easier to get the ball in play.

“Update: 2 for 2 again this morning in a 9 hole round.”

Members in the forum shared their thoughts on mini drivers, offering up their favorite models and whether or not they’re a proper fit for their home course/style of play. 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.

NorthMNgolfer: “I’m curious between this and the new TEC mini that was just released. But I’m waiting a mini that can be used from the fairway as well from time to time. Both look like great options.”
jLMN: “I played the GT280 last year and it’s a great club. My problem this year is I couldn’t justify keeping it in the bag when I would only use it 2-3 times per round. Perfect club for short par 4 tee shots. I didn’t trust it as well off the deck compared to the tee box.”
GolferPerson1: “I can only speak to the 280 but I’ve had no issues with it from the fairway. ”

Entire Thread: “Titleist GT280 mini driver after 3 rounds”

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