If you’re a golfer who really prefers to keep your arms free of excess fabric to maintain a fast, easy swing, a vest is an ideal option to help you keep your core, and in turn, your whole body, warm.
You might slip on a vest when it’s cool enough for more than a polo but not so chilly to call for a full jacket. And maybe you need more pockets to carry a rangefinder or your phone? Vests can add more carrying options beyond just golf pants or shorts.
How to pick the right golf vest for you
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- HydroKnit waterproof fabric
- Very lightweight
- Breathable
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- Affordable
- Comfortable
- Good build quality
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- Weather-proof
- Zippered hand pockets
- Leading-edge fabrics
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- Lightweight
- Classic fit, four-way stretch
- Wind resistance
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- Moisture-wicking
- Stretch side fabric for ventilation
- Tagless and easy-care
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- Insulated
- Wind-resistant
- Rainproof
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- Strong all-purpose choice
- Warm, breathable
- New fall colors
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- Heated pockets
- Adjustable heat settings
- Waterproof
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- Mockneck
- Quarter-zip
- Lightweight
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- Good build quality
- Reliable rainwear
- Stretches for swing movement
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- Good build quality
- Reversible
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- Fashionable
- Modern materials
- Wind and water-resistant
Choose which golf vests to compare
In-“vest” in on-course warmth and style
Hopefully, you’ll play most of your golf rounds in what you consider nice weather. But still, when the temperature drops, the wind picks up, or rain arrives, the best golf vests can offer protection without sleeves that can encumber an easy golf swing. Knowing the conditions you’ll face on the course should help you don a vest that’ll work well for you.
FAQ
How should a golf vest fit?
A golf vest should be loose and comfortable enough to not restrict the turning of your torso during your golf swing. However, it should also remain formfitting enough to stay out of your way during that swing but not so loose that it slides around during your backswing.
Why wear a vest for golf?
The obvious answer is that it’s cold or rainy. You want to be warmer and dryer, but you still need your arms unencumbered by the long sleeves of a jacket. You might want to don a vest for extra pocket space if you keep your phone or rangefinder close.
What’s a golf vest called?
The garment has no generally used terminology beyond “golf vest.” However, golf vests can also come in the form of a gilet — usually a zip-up garment without sleeves that aren’t as form-fitting as a vest and can run down past the waist.