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.
Tour Edge Golf has today introduced the all-new Exotics mini driver, engineered to deliver a powerful combination of speed, control, and versatility in the long game.
The Exotics Mini combines a titanium face with a stainless-steel body in design to balance ball speed with stability and control, creating a versatile option at the top end of the bag.
At the core of the design is Tour Edge’s proprietary Combo Brazing technology, a high-precision thermal bonding process that seamlessly fuses a titanium cup face to a stainless-steel body into a single, continuous structure. By eliminating energy loss found in traditional multi-piece constructions, Combo Brazing is designed to deliver faster face response, more efficient energy transfer, and a uniquely powerful yet controlled feel.
The multi-material construction also allows mass to be positioned lower and deeper in the head in a bid to increase stability, while the thin titanium face is engineered to maintain ball speed across a wider impact area.
“While the initial goal was to enhance control and versatility in the long game, Combo Brazing ultimately drove measurable gains in ball speed and distance within the mini driver category. In robot testing, we’ve documented higher ball speeds, higher launch, reduced spin, and increased carry and total distance compared to leading models.” – Vice President of R&D Matt Neeley
In addition to distance performance, the Exotics mini emphasizes forgiveness through a heavier stainless-steel body that shifts mass toward the perimeter. This configuration increases MOI relative to traditional all-titanium mini drivers, helping preserve ball speed and directional stability on off-center strikes. Paired with Pyramid Face Technology from the Exotics metalwood line, the design is intended to support consistent speed across the face.
To further enhance MOI, a lightweight carbon fiber crown frees additional mass that is strategically repositioned low and deep in the head in design to improve stability and promote optimal launch with controlled spin.
“We designed the Mini to be about five millimeters shallower than other mini drivers on the market. That change improves playability off the deck. From a clean fairway lie, it can function as a strong 3-wood alternative while still providing control off the tee.” – Tour Edge CEO David Glod
An adjustable hosel system allows for loft and lie tuning to dial in trajectory and shot shape, while a fixed 13-gram rear weight helps stabilize the head through impact to improve dispersion consistency. The Exotics Mini Driver is available in 11.5 and 13.5-degree lofts in right-handed models.
Pricing & Availability
The Exotics Mini Driver is available for pre-order beginning today for $399.99 USD at touredge.com, and will be available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide on May 22, 2026.
In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:
“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly.
My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”
And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.
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.
- manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
- MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
- dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”
Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who 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, @pianoman0123 has a 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo up for grabs.
From the listing: “2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade Combo. 4-8 irons are CB’s and the 9,PW are Blades. 5-PW have Project X 6.0 Shafts and the 4 Iron has a Steelfiber CW110 Stiff Shaft. Standard Length, Lie and Lofts. These are in very good condition the shafts just don’t work for me. Like new Lamkin Grips on the 5-PW and a stock Golf Pride on the 4 Iron. $525 OBO.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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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.