FOOTJOY FLEECE QUILTED JACKET
This jacket is for golfers who want a warm, stylish option they can wear on and off the golf course.
Key technology
The Footjoy Fleece Quilted jacket has a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating, which offers added wet-weather protection. Lightweight insulation keeps the golfer warm, while the stretch properties allow the wearer to swing freely.
A full-length water-repellent zip up to the neck also helps to keep out the elements. It features two zipped side pockets for additional storage or hand warming and a zipped ‘scorecard’ pocket on the chest. Comes in black, navy or charcoal grey.
How we tested
We wore the black option on and off the course over a number of weeks in different weathers. on cold days, while the elasticated cuffs stop the sleeves hanging down too far.
You could argue that there’s a little excess material around the torso, and that the styling is more appropriate off the course than on it. But overall, the Footjoy Fleece Quilted jacket is a comfy, versatile and premiumfeeling garment that any owner would get considerable wear from in all manner of different conditions. Therefore, you’d have to say it represents excellent value for money.
This game-improver iron is aimed at mid- to highhandicappers seeking more distance, as well as forgiveness on off-centre strikes.
Key technology
The Speedback shaping has allowed more mass to be added low and wide on the heel and toe. When combined with up to 33g of tungsten in the 4- to 7- irons, the MOI has increased by up to ten per cent, creating more stability for improvements in ball speed, distance, forgiveness and accuracy on longer approaches.
Lie angles have been modified in the One Length irons, while wider soles in the 4- to 6-irons aid a higher launch. Use of three different KBS shaft weights through the set helps create more consistent performance. Cobra Connect, powered by Arccos, comprises electronically enabled grips that give users the ability to track their performance via a smartphone app. We tested the irons on the Foresight Sports Gcquad, before hitting them on the range and course at West Hill Golf Club to further assess performance.
his shoe is aimed at golfers seeking spikeless comfort at an affordable price.
Key technology
This waterproof shoe features an all-new spikeless-designed traction outsole for stability on the course. The RF stands for Relaxed Fit, achieved thanks to a leather and woven fabric upper. It also features Skechers’ H2GO Shield to keep the elements at bay and a low-drop design to keep your foot low to the ground in a neutral position. Finally, a Dynamic Traction Plate aids in the quick removal of dirt.
How we tested
We wore a navy pair for a number of rounds in January’s varying weather conditions.
Key technology
Replacing the D300, the 4- to 7-irons within the D7 set now feature three rows of Power Holes on the sole to increase face deflection for more distance. Moving into the 8- to 9-irons, this reduces to two rows and there’s just one row in the PW and GW to enhance precision.
The Power Holes have been combined with Wilson’s thinnest ever face, which helps create more ball speed through added flexion. Lastly, a wider sole has helped move the weight in the clubhead lower, deeper and more towards the heel and toe,