Nike Mens Storm-FIT Rain Jackets Review

October 16, 2013, 6:06 pm
Matt
In Accessories

Along with a new umbrella, which we previewed in another post, a quality rain jacket is key to enjoyable golfing in the wet and cold winter months. Good rain gear can mean the difference between a round that leaves you damp and shivering and one that you enjoy from start to finish and are free to play your best golf all throughout the day. Rain gear is big business these days, with top golf companies putting serious effort into research and development to combine the best of water repelling and comfort into a single garment.

A Better Solution

The problem with most rain jackets from years gone by is that they were too restrictive when trying to make a golf swing. Sure, they kept the rain out, but at what cost? It isn’t much good to stay dry on the course if you are unable to swing in your usual fashion. At that point, you might as well just head in for the day because you won’t be playing golf like you normally are able to. The best rain gear on the market today is able to block all of the water being thrown at you while simultaneously giving you the freedom to make a good shoulder turn and full release.

One jacket that has been successful in this quest is the Nike Mens Storm-FIT Rain Jacket. Offered in three colors, including black, grey, and blue, the Storm-FIT makes it easy to stay dry for 18 holes or more even in the heaviest of rains. The key to the jacket is both the Storm-FIT material that Nike has created along with the seam sealed design. There is no exposed stitching on the jacket, which is the usual place that water would make its way through to the inside. The jacket is unlined, which means you can dress how you normally would on the inside without having to worry about being too bulky when you through the jacket on. If the rain stops, simply take the jacket off and you will be dry, comfortable, and ready to go on with the day.

Another feature of this rain jacket that you will appreciate is the mock neck that zips right up to your chin. Far too many rain jackets through the years have stopped down around the neck line, leaving an opening for you to get soaked when you bend over at the waist to hit a shot. Even when you are in your stance, the Nike jacket will remain close up against your neck, meaning you are staying dry at all times. The ends of the long sleeves have Velcro to tighten them against your wrists, and the hand pockets are covered with zippers to keep your scorecard and pencil dry and safe.

Enjoy Your Golf, Rain or Shine

Truth be told, most of us would probably rather not have to own a rain jacket. However, the reality is that sometimes the weather doesn’t cooperate with our golf schedule. When that is the case, having the Nike Mens Storm-FIT Rain Jacket in your bag will be a welcome sight. It is comfortable enough to let you keep playing your best – and looking sharp, too.