We recently reviewed and compared some really nice outerwear from FootJoy and Sun Mountain. Each year, golf outerwear and rain suits and particular keep getting better and better.
We looked a wide range of rain suits - some costing as little as $49.95 and others well over $200.00. Cost was a big factor as well as how the rain suit will perform out on the golf course where it counts most!
Up front, I must admit that I personally own a Sun Mountain RainFlex jacket, and it has gave me good service over the past year and still looks new. So, to a fair few of our players, we were here to test and try each of these rain suits on the golf course when it rained (we had to bribe them with a few alcoholic drinks, but that's another story).
Coming in at # 1 was the FootJoy Performance Rain Jacket. While it is somewhat expensive ($ 199.95) and you have to shell out another $ 149.95 for the pants, they placed 1st in each category. The Sta-Dry lining did exactly thatthat you - stayed dry! Do we have much enjoyed the snap-down collar, when swinging at the ball. And it comes in 6 classic color combinations - none of whom look like they will go out of style.
Tied for second, the Sun Mountain RainFlex jacket and the Sun Mountain Provisional Rain Suit were. The provisional took second place mainly on the price ($ 79.95) and because it is the only group that includes the pants for free.
All in all, these were some excellent products and theDifference between 1st and last place was just 7 points on a 30-point scale.
Our ranking:
# 1 - FootJoy Performance Rain Jacket
# 2 - Sun Mountain RainFlex Jacket
# 2 (tie) - Sun Mountain Provisional Rain Suit
# 4 - FootJoy Performance Light Jacket
# 5 - Sun Mountain HD (Heavy Duty) RainFlex Jacket
# 6 - Sun Mountain Micro J Rain Jacket
Below are brief reviews of rain suit:
# 1 - FootJoy Performance RainJacket
The DryJoys Performance Rain Jacket offers golfers the most advanced rain garment that defeats rain, wind and cold.
Features:
DryJoys Sta-Dry Extreme - The DryJoys Sta-Dry Extreme System is a 100% waterproof shell. It is highly breathable, windproof, lightweight, comfortable and quiet.
2-year waterproof warranty - FootJoy warrants that this piece of clothing in normal use for two years (U.S. Warranty) shall be watertight.
Its A Cinch ™System - Access the It's A Cinch System through the pockets and easily adjust the fullness or your jacket by the RCA chords.
Sta-Dry Grip System - The exclusive Sta-Dry Grip System protects the grip from the elements (patent pending).
Waterproof stretch panels - Waterproof stretch panels allow the garment to move with you while you hold quite dry.
Seam Sealed - Seams for a complete seal.
Storm collar - FootJoy's storm collar is higher in the backand lower near the chin to keep water off your neck and back.
Protected Chest Pocket - The protected chest pocket gives you access to your scorecard, glove, wallet, without exposure to the elements.
#2 (tie) - SunMountain RainFlex Jacket
RainFlex garments are produced through a knitting process, allowing stretch where it is needed in a golf garment.
Design Changes for 2008:
Two waterproof hand pockets added
New in the shoulder area, tunnel and noiseless zipper locking zipper pulls
Updated colors and logo treatment
Features:
High-quality YKK waterproof zippers with zipper tunnels and quietly, locking zipper pulls used throughout.
RainShield fabric protector repels water and stains, wet-out of control and increases the lifetime of the garment.
Internal stormflap on full-zip offers extra protection from the rain.
Shoulder offeradditional freedom of movement.
Two waterproof bags hand.
Waist has an elastic back and flat front with adjustable side tabs.
Adjustable cuffs.
All seams are glued.
Two-year waterproof warranty
Sizes: M - XXL
# 2 (tie) - Sun Mountain Provisional Rain Suit
The new, lighter Provisional comes in a small bag, the mesh neatly stowed and takes up little space in a golf bag.
Design Changes for 2008:
Updated storage bag
Features:
Packs in a 7 "x 11" oval mesh pouch
Coated nylon
Taped seams
Internal mexh support and back vents on jacket for warm weather comfort
Elastic cuffs
Side pockets
Storm pockets for added protection
Elastic cord waist and side pockets on pants
Lower leg zippers for easy on off
Windproof
One year waterproof guarantee
Sizes: M - XXL
# 4 - FootJoyPerformance Light Jacket
The DryJoys Performance Light Jacket is lightweight, comfortable, and combines the feel of a windbreaker with waterproof performance and breathability.
Features:
Lightweight StaDry System - The Lightweight Sta-Dry System is a 100% waterproof shell. It is windproof, lightweight, comfortable, and quiet.
Two-Year Waterproof Warranty - FootJoy warrants that this piece of outerwear will be waterproof in normal use for two years (U.S. Guarantee).
Waterproof stretch panels - Waterproof stretch panels allow the garment to move with you while you hold quite dry.
Seam Sealed - Seams for a complete seal.
Storm collar - FootJoy's storm collar higher in the back and near the bottom of the chin to keep water from your neck and back.
Protected chest pocket - the pocket-protected, you have access to your scorecard, glove, wallet, without contact with theElements.
# 5 - Sun Mountain HD (Heavy Duty) RainFlex Jacket
The HD-jacket is a thicker fabric weave RainFlex designed to be worn in cooler temperatures.
Features:
The thicker RainFlex weave fabric with 15% spandex stretch longer than conventional RainFlex and has a more traditional cloth and hand.
High-quality YKK waterproof zippers with zipper tunnels and quietly, locking zipper pullsused throughout.
RainShield fabric protector repels water and stains, controls wet out and increases the life of the garment.
Internal stormflap on full length zipper provides additional protection from the rain.
Shoulder gussets provide additional range of motion.
Two waterproof hand pockets and a waterproof chest pocket.
Waist has an elastic bck and flat front with adjustable side tabs.
Adjustable cuffs.
All seams taped.
Two-year waterproof guarantee.
Sizes: M - XXL
# 6 - Sun Mountain Micro J Rain Jacket
Ultra-compact rain protection for warmer rainy days.
Design Changes for 2008:
Locking zipper stops secure zipper and out of the way
Features:
Teflon-coated nylon with taped seams mean that your light and water resistant Micro-J
Interior storm flap for added protection
Stand-up, zip-through collar helps keep the weatherout
Drawstring waist
Elastic cuffs
Elongated back for increased weather protection
Windproof
One-year waterproof guarantee
Sizes: M - XXL
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