Peter Millar Flex Adapt Windcheater Gilet Review
In this Peter Millar Flex Adapt Windcheater Gilet review, we offer our verdict
This extremely lightweight sleeveless garment looks really smart over the top of a long sleeved shirt, polo, or jumper, and adds a bit of warmth and protection to boot.
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Exceptionally lightweight
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Keeps out the wind and it’s water resistant
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Easy care with no ironing required
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The sleeveless design means you’ll need to wear another wind and waterproof layer under or over it to keep out the elements
Why you can trust Golf Monthly
I’ve always been a fan of sleeveless garments; I enjoy having that extra layer on, but without anything more on the arms. This doesn’t mean all gilets and golf vests get the thumbs up, and there are several key factors to consider.
How tall am I/what is my build?
5ft 8.5 inches, medium build.
What do I normally wear – does it come up big/small?
Medium, so long as not too fitted.
How did it fit/feel/perform?
It’s hard to find a fault/negative with this gilet. Super stretchy, comfortable and stylish, it ticks just about every box. I particularly like the roomy pockets, and although the fabric is stretchy, it doesn’t hang down loose when you’re swinging. It’s wind and water resistant, too, and I’d happily wear it in a bit of light rain.
Any extra details you notice?
The chest pocket looks smart, but I think you’d be struggling to find a genuine use for it. The zips are really good quality, as they are with every Peter Millar garment.
Can you wear it off the course?
You wouldn’t wear it off course unless you immediately wanted to identify yourself as a golfer.
How does it come out after the wash/do you need to iron it?
The easy care is one of the many positives. As per the brand’s instructions, I machine washed with like colours. Be sure to tumble dry on low, and do not iron or dry clean. I’d say it’s unlikely to lose its shape any time soon.
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Mike has been a journalist all his working life, starting out as a football writer with Goal magazine in the 1990s before moving into men’s and women’s lifestyle magazines including Men's Health, In 2003 he joined Golf Monthly and in 2006 he became only the eighth editor in Golf Monthly’s 100-plus year history leading the brand until July 2023. He is now Content Director overseeing Golf Monthly and two other iconic sports brands, FourFourTwo and Rugby World.
His three main passions in golf are courses (he's played over 500 worldwide), equipment (he's always in search of something shiny to give him an edge) and shoes (he owns more pairs than he cares to mention!).
Mike’s handicap index hovers at around 10 and he is a member of six golf clubs: Hartley Wintney, Royal Liverpool, Royal North Devon, Prince's, Royal Norton and the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews.
Mike's current What's In The Bag?
Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 10° - Fujikura Ventus Blue 5S - Golf Pride MCC Plus4 grip
Fairway woods: TaylorMade Sim Max 3/15° - Fujikura Ventus Blue 6S & TaylorMade Stealth 7/20° - Fujikura Ventus Red 6S - Golf Pride MCC Plus4 grips
Utility Iron: TaylorMade Stealth UDI 3/21° - Aldila Ascent 90HY - Golf Pride MCC Plus4 grip
Irons: TaylorMade P790 (5-PW) - Fujikura Axiom 75R - Golf Pride MCC Plus4 grips
Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 50°, 54° and 58° - KBS Tour Hi-Rev 2.0 shafts - Golf Pride MCC Plus4 grips
Putter: Evnroll ER2B - Gravity Grip
Ball: TaylorMade - Tour Response (Yellow)
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