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Best golf gear and apparel to weather the wind in 2023

With the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am finishing on Monday due to high winds and seemingly every corner of the United States being windswept as of late, we thought it’d be a good time to show you the best apparel to beat the wind.

Whether you’re caught off guard by a random cold front or if you’re brave enough to keep your windy tee time, we have the perfect gear for you.

And of course, we’re not ones to overlook fashion at Golfweek. We’ve found some of the coolest colors and designs that the market has to offer in order to extend your golf season through even the windiest of days.

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Arthur Gor-Tex Pant - Galvin Green

Arthur Gor-Tex Pant – Galvin Green (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $350

Why it’ll keep you warm: Gor-Tex is the holy grail when it comes to weatherproof gear. These pants from Galvin Green are worth the price if they save your legs from wind and moisture just even once.

Galvin Green Gor-Tex Pant - $350

The Bushwick Vest - Rhoback

The Bushwick Vest (Rhoback)

Price: $138

Why it’ll keep you warm: Rhoback’s Bushwick vest is both warm and comfortable. The slight puffer vest is functional and won’t get in the way of your swing.

The Bushwick Vest - $138

CLOUDSPUN WRMLBL Golf Jacket - Puma

CLOUDSPUN WRMLBL Golf Jacket – Puma (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $160

Why it’ll keep you warm: This jacket from Puma uses a puffer-style torso and fleece-lined sleeves to keep you warm and cut the wind. Pair with a long sleeve polo and a base layer to stay warm even if the wind is bringing a chill.

Puma Golf Jacket - $160

ColdGear Reactor Golf Hybrid Jacket - Under Armour

ColdGear Reactor Golf Hybrid Jacket – Under Armour (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $160

Why it’ll keep you warm: Under Armour is the king of cold gear. This jacket replicates the quality we’ve come to expect from the weather gear giant.

UA ColdGear Golf Jacket - $160

Cross Chill Jacket - Lululemon

Cross Chill Jacket (Lululemon)

Price: $190

Why it’ll keep you warm: Lululemon isn’t just for the gym. This jacket features a soft shell outside to repel moisture while keeping wind away from your core.

Lululemon Cross Chill Jacket - $190

Everyday Ripstop Slim Fit Hooded Windbreaker - G/FORE

Everyday Ripstop Slim Fit Hooded Windbreaker (G/FORE)

Price: $225

Why it’ll keep you warm: This G/FORE windbreaker is as advertised. Cutting the wind and keeping it off your body has never looked so fashionable.

G/FORE Hooded Windbreaker - $225

Fairhaven Vest - Vineyard Vines

Fairhaven Vest (Vineyard Vines)

Price: $145

Why it will keep you warm: Vests allow you to stay flexible while also protecting you from the elements. This Vineyard Vines vest is made for those brisk days that aren’t quite freezing but also aren’t the warmest.

Vineyard Vines Fairhaven Vest - $145

Flight Jacket - Devereux

Flight Jacket (Devereux)

Price: $98

Why it’ll keep you warm: A relaxed fit and mid-soft outer shell are perfect for windy days. No matter if you’re on the golf course, the hiking trail or just out and about, this Devereaux jacket is a must-get coming in under $100.

DVRX Flight Jacket - $98

Frostguard Recycled Content Full-Zip Padded Jacket - Adidas

Frostguard Recycled Content Full-Zip Padded Jacket (Adidas)

Price: $220

Why it’ll keep you warm: Want to capitalize on those sunny days that seem perfect until you step outside? This Frostguard jacket from Adidas is great for the cold windy days that disguise themselves behind the facade of sunshine.

Adidas Frostguard Jacket - $220

HydroLite Rain Pants - FootJoy

HydroLite Rain Pants (FootJoy)

Price: $130

Why it’ll keep you warm: If you’re going to play in the wind, don’t get caught in shorts. These FJ rain pants should be in everyone’s trunk and/or golf bag pocket if there’s even a 5 percent chance of sideways weather.

FJ Rain Pants - $130

Crystal Cove 2.0 Full Zip - TravisMathew

Crystal Cove 2.0 Full Zip (TravisMathew)

Price: $139.95

Why it’ll keep you warm: A lightweight option, this TravisMathew jacket is a great topper for any windproof outfit. Bonus points for the mock neck and elastic cuffs which keep breezes from crawling up and giving you chills.

TM Crystal Cove 2.0 Jacket - $139.95

Remastered Wind Pants - New Balance

Remastered Wind Pants (New Balance)

Price: $69.99

Why it’ll keep you warm: Who better to trust when it comes to wind than a running brand? New Balance is a fantastic option if you’re not wanting to drop hundreds of dollars on a pant you’ll wear only a few times per season.

NB Wind Pants - $69.99

Sport Windshirt - FootJoy

Sport Windshirt (FootJoy)

Price: $95

Why it’ll keep you warm: In love with quarter zips? This windshirt from FootJoy is the perfect combination of QZ and soft shell jacket, keeping the wind off of your core.

FJ Sport Windshirt - $95

Storm-FIT Victory Full-Zip Golf Jacket - Nike

Storm-FIT Victory Full-Zip Golf Jacket – Nike (PGA TOUR Superstore)

Price: $90

Why it’ll keep you warm: With college golf in full swing, you’ll see plenty of these jackets worn by Nike-sponsored schools, and for good reason. The Storm-FIT line from Nike is one of the best on the market.

Nike Storm-FIT Jacket - $90

Storm Guard Water Resistant Golf Pants - Callaway

Storm Guard Water Resistant Golf Pants (GlobalGolf)

Price: $119.99 (Down from $200, save 40 percent)

Why it’ll keep you warm: Who doesn’t love a good sale? These Callaway rain pants are nearly 50 percent off. Get ’em while you still can!

Callaway Storm Guard Pants - $119.99

The Flights Joggers - Rhoback

The Flights Joggers (Rhoback)

Price: $112

Why it’ll keep you warm: The opposite of “it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity” applies when “it’s not the cold, it’s the wind”. These Rhoback joggers are a fantastic option for the spring. And as the name suggests, they double as the perfect travel pant.

Rhoback Joggers - $112

Turbine Wind Jacket - Oakley

Turbine Wind Jacket (Oakley)

Price: $60 (Down from $120, save 50%)

Why it’ll keep you warm: Oakley is known for their sunglasses, yes, but it should be known for its snow gear. The Turbine wind jacket is a product that has years of cold and wind gear development behind it which is just one of the reasons why it made our list.

Oakley Turbine Wind Jacket - $60
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