KJUS Pro 3L 3.0 Jacket Review
Sam De’Ath puts the KJUS Pro 3L 3.0 Jacket to the test to see if the performance matches the brands high quality reputation
The KJUS Pro 3L 3.0 Jacket is quite simply the best waterproof jacket I have ever owned. The breathability and stretch on offer makes this jacket feel as though it’s just another mid layer while all importantly keeping you completely dry. This is the jacket all golfers should invest in if they play regularly in the rain.
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Extreme stretch and comfort
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Athletic fit
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Very breathable while remaining completely waterproof
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There are cheaper alternatives
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KJUS is a brand initially founded in Switzerland and now sets up base in Colorado, US. The brand is known for their premium apparel particularly within the golf and ski sectors and so I was particularly excited to take the KJUS Pro 3L 3.0 Jacket out, onto the golf course to see how it compared to some of the best waterproofs I have already tested.
The first thing you notice about the KJUS Pro 3L 3.0 jacket is the quality in design and materials used. I’m someone who has always struggled with rain jackets due to them feeling restricting around my back and shoulders and so my eyes lit up when I zipped up this jacket and felt free while making my practice swings. A lot of waterproof jackets sacrifice stretch but that certainly isn’t the case when it comes to the 3L 3.0 jacket thanks to what the brand call body-zoned X-stretch panels which allow for maximum stretch in the areas you need it most. I would go as far to say that this waterproof jacket offered the same levels of comfort and stretch as some of the best mid layers I have worn.
Not only does this jacket feel comfortable and could be worn over just a golf polo but the fit is athletic, without being too slim. There are elastic draw-cords which allow you to tighten the jacket around the waist to your liking and the Velcro on the sleeves help keep the fit tight and restricts water running down your arm. The KJUS Pro 3L 3.0 jacket did an excellent job in seeing beads of water seamlessly fall off this jacket as the rain tumbled down thanks to the non-porous, stretchable membrane of this jacket and was delighted to be able to take off my jacket after my round and my sweater still be completely dry.
The ‘K’ logo is subtle and discreet which I believe is a true sign of a premium brand, letting the performance of the product do the talking. You will see this logo on the collar as well as on the rear of the jacket towards the right shoulder. While this jacket is designed for cooler temperatures, it is extremely breathable and won’t have you standing there as if you were in a sauna like some other waterproof jackets.
While this jacket is premium in price, coming to retail at $549, so is the look and performance. If you’re a golfer who likes to brave the elements and get out on the course in the rain then you’ll be hard pressed to find a better waterproof jacket than the KJUS Pro 3L 3.0.
For more golf apparel buying advice, check out our guides on the best golf vests or best golf hoodies.
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Sam has worked in the golf industry for 12 years, offering advice on equipment to all levels of golfers and as Staff Writer, he tests and reviews equipment throughout the bag. Sam graduated from Webber International University in 2017 with a BSc Marketing Management degree while playing collegiate golf. His experience of playing professionally on both the EuroPro Tour and Clutch Pro Tour, alongside his golf retail history, means Sam has extensive knowledge of golf equipment and what works for different types of golfer.
Sam is a member of North Hants Golf Club in Fleet, Hampshire, where he won the club championship 3 times in succession from 2015-2017. His golfing highlight to date is shooting a round of 10-under 60 at his home club, narrowly missing a wedge shot for a magical 59.
Sam’s current What’s In The Bag?
Driver: TaylorMade Stealth 2, 9°
Fairway Wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus, 15°
Hybrid: Ping G430 19°
Irons: Titleist T-100 4 iron, Titleist 620MB, 5-PW
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM8, 50°, 54°, 62°
Putter: Scotty Cameron Select GoLo
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x 2021
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