Puma SS17 Apparel Review - Golf Monthly staff member Chris O'Hagan travelled to Ireland and magnificent Old Head Golf Club to test out the latest Puma apparel
Puma SS17 Apparel
Puma SS17 Apparel Review
Tested By: Chris O’Hagan, Hcp 4
Products Tested:
Men’s Woven Essential Pounce Pant
Tailored Colourblock polo
PWRwarm ¼ zip fleece
Storm jacket Pro
Storm pants
Website: eu.puma.com/uk/en/mens/sports/golf
Styling
In recent years I think Puma have made big strides in the styling of their garments, appealing to far more golfers rather than just a young audience, whilst maintaining the athletic look they are known for. With all of the garments tested I would be happy to wear them off course, away from the golf club as well as on it.
Fit
Being tall, I usually find the fit of garments to come up a little short but I must say the Puma garments offered excellent length in body, sleeve and leg. I did find the t-shirt a little tight in the body but this can be combatted by giving attention to the different fits on offer in the range.
Comfort
All garments were particularly comfortable, offering stretch and breathable fabrics across the range. As above these could easily be worn for off course travel, even on longer journeys, given the softness of the material and versatile look.
Performance
Although the waterproof suit looked great, in the extreme weather we played in a little water did get through to my layers underneath and while I can’t be sure if it got through the material or came in through the neck, the material didn’t repel or bead the water off as much as I’d hoped. That said, the mid layer kept me nice and toasty when the temperature dropped without overheating and causing me to have to remove layers and the soft and stretchy polo shirt material was the ideal primary layer.
Verdict
Those golfers who prioritise aesthetics will really enjoy the Puma range. I was also impressed by the garments ability to deal with both hot and cold conditions and keep me comfortable throughout with the only negative being that the waterproof suit let in some water towards the end of a particularly long and heavy deluge.