Eric Helgas

The best windproof jackets use lightweight, water-resistant and breathable fabrics for protection. A stiff breeze is no match for these jackets.

There was a time—not too long ago—when the golf shop was segregated: Older guys browsed in one section, younger guys in another. Not anymore. Today's shirts have universal appeal because material technology has made them moisture-wicking, breathable, stretchable and wrinkle-free. A modern golf outfit begins with one of these new shirts.