Given where its products sit on the price spectrum, choosing to part with your money for a Galvin Green garment is a decision that requires some consideration. Does the combination of design and performance make this particular jacket one of the best golf windbreakers and more importantly, does it make the extra investment worthwhile?
I recently tested the Lyndon Windproof jacket which is a lightweight design that’s aimed squarely at autumn/winter golf and, as is usually the case with Galvin Green, the designers have thought carefully about exactly what the golfer needs.
Galvin Green Lyndon Windproof Jacket Review
First and foremost this is listed as ‘windproof and water repellent’. In reality this means that unless you are caught in heavy rain, you should stay warm and dry in changeable weather (from the image above you can see how the water beads up on the surface and can be brushed away). I actually wore this during a total deluge and whilst it didn’t perform as well as the best golf rain jackets, it kept me fairly dry.
For a garment that is so lightweight, the warmth on offer here took me by surprise. This has been achieved in no small part by the windproof protection and the addition of some padded areas, including the back of the neck. This creates a cosy, luxurious feel that I loved.
Wearing this with one of the best golf sweaters underneath should provide you with all the cold weather protection you need. And, as the image below shows, the collar has a fairly snug fit which helps with warmth and keeping you dry.
As you would expect, the material Galvin Green has used (which is 100% recycled) is very stretchy. If you tend to find your swing feeling constrained in a jacket, this could be the solution. The fit is fairly traditional but the addition of the drawstring at the hem helps tailor the garment to your body.
These features, combined with the simple, smart styling mean the Lyndon jacket is a real winner for any golfer who plays regularly in the autumn or winter. There’s enough protection from the elements to make this a go-to garment when you’re unsure what the weather will serve up. It’s also been designed with the golf swing in mind and it’s this combination that makes it well worth the premium price-tag.
