SUN MOUNTAIN
〉〉 TOUR SERIES + JACKET
Sun Mountain ’ s Tour Series + jacket comes with waterproof zippers , adjustable waist and cuffs , and zip-through comfort collar . It ’ s made of a technical fabric that accelerates vapor movement and prevents overheating and moisture build-up . “ The combination of best-in-class waterproof protection and breathability plus the four-way stretch make it the most playable rainwear on the market ,” says Mark Heydon , the brand ’ s vice president of outerwear . “ The added temperature control of the 37.5 Technology in the fabric is icing on the cake .” It comes with a 20,000 + mm waterproof rating and 30,000 + MVP breathability rating . It ’ s also windproof and quiet during your swing . All of this adds up to a garment that you can wear out on the course , regardless of temperature and weather conditions . It is offered in four twotone color schemes and five sizes . $ 300 , sunmountain . com
JUMBOMAX
〉〉 JMX PALMBIRD PISTOL PUTTER GRIP
The JMX PalmBird Pistol putter grip from JumboMax offers what the company bills as ultimate face control because its ergonomic shaping automatically places your hands in an ideal position . Regardless of if you take a conventional , left-hand low or claw grip style when you set up to putt , this versatile grip will work in concert with your approach . Weighing only 63 grams , it lets you feel the putter head throughout your stroke . The rounded section comfortably fits your fingers , while the twist-resistant StabilityCore offers playability in various weather conditions . If you typically use a claw grip , you can install the PalmBird so that its flat side faces the target . That lets it lay flush against your lead palm for stability and improved face awareness . If you take a more conventional grip , the PalmBird automatically places your palms parallel to each other and toward the target — an ideal square position that can be difficult to find with traditional putter grips . $ 24 , jumbomax . com
COBRA GOLF 〉〉 AIR-X DRIVER
The all-new Cobra lightweight AIR-X driver is billed with an “ effortless speed ” designation , and for good reason . Bearing a stealthy matte-black finish , it has a thin clubface insert for more speed , and an offset hosel that leads you toward a square clubface at impact . A pair of 13-gram weights on each the back and heel help improve forgiveness and launch . It ’ s intended to help golfers with smooth tempos and average-to-moderate clubhead speeds improve both distance and accuracy via easier launch , higher trajectories , and a straighter ball flight . To accomplish the feat , the driver has a thinner clubface , 290- gram total weight that includes a 41-gram grip and ultralight 50-gram shaft , and the option of an offset hosel that helps shape a draw flight . You can also grab it in a straight-neck hosel . It ’ s offered to righties in non-adjustable lofts of 9.5 , 10.5 and 11.5 degrees and to lefties in 10.5 degrees . $ 349 , cobragolf . com
ADIDAS 〉〉 ULTRABOOST SPIKELESS GOLF SHOE
If you didn ’ t wear Adidas Golf ’ s Ultraboost Spikeless Golf Shoe last year when it debuted , you missed out on what may be the single – most comfortable golf shoe available . And for 2024 , it ’ s offered in two new colorways — grey / white / scarlet and jade / white . Inspired by the original Ultraboost silhouette that was released in 2015 , this version combines athletic styling and maximum comfort . Golfers will like the Primeknit upper and microfiber leather toe overlay for stability , water-repellant mesh in the upper rear that keeps your feet cool inside , rubber outsole with raised textured lugs for outstanding gripping both on and off the course , floating saddle and TPU heel clip that provide lateral stability throughout the swing , and a builtin EVA sock liner that prevents slipping and sweating . Perhaps its best feature of all is the brand ’ s full-length Boost cushioning that enhances comfort while returning energy to your feet . $ 200 , adidas . com vsga . org J ANUARY / F EBRUARY 2024 | V IRGINIA G OLFER
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