Best Golf Rain Gear and Rainsuits

December 06, 2011

By Ashley Mayo Photos by CATHY CRAWFORD/CNP DIGITAL Studio

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FootJoy DryJoys Tour

Jacket: $250 Pants: $180FEATURES: The material is designed to stretch in all directions, and drawcords hidden in the jacket's pockets allow you to adjust the fit. An interior chest pocket protects your valuables.HOT: The jacket doesn't restrict your swing.NOT: A short collar could let water seep through.MORE INFO: footjoy.com

Galvin Green Astor

Jacket: $550 Pants: $400FEATURES: The Gore-Tex shell has stretch fabric on the back and arms and Velcro tabs above the waist to make the jacket easily adjustable.HOT: Strategically placed pockets on the chest and back minimize bulkiness.NOT: The price and its limited availability in the United States.MORE INFO: galvingreen.com

Greg Norman Epic Ultra Light

Jacket: $170 Pants: $145FEATURES: Silicon in the waterproof fabric is designed to allow moisture and air to escape. The jacket folds into a pouch and has a lifetime waterproof guarantee.HOT: It's so lightweight and quiet, you'll forget it's on.NOT: Slightly baggy under the arms.MORE INFO: shark.com

Ralph Lauren RLX Golf

Jacket: $398 Pants: $298FEATURES: Underarm panels and the vent (shown) in this laminated, three-layer nylon jacket make it breathable. The asymmetrical zipper minimizes bulk under the chin.HOT: The Velcro tabs, buttons and cords make this jacket more adjustable than most.NOT: Limited availability.MORE INFO: ralphlauren.com

Zero Restriction Featherweight Qualifier

Jacket: $325 Pants: $235FEATURES: It uses Gore-Tex Paclite, which is lighter and more packable than regular Gore-Tex. Three pleats behind each shoulder assist mobility.HOT: Its pants are the easiest to pull on and off over golf shoes.NOT: Less quiet than others.MORE INFO: zerorestriction.com

Abacus Pitch 59

Jacket: $330 Pants: $140FEATURES: The jacket has zip-off sleeves and fully sealed pockets.MORE INFO: abacus-golf.com

Adidas ClimaProof Storm

Jacket: $145 Pants: $110FEATURES: The shoulders and elbows are reinforced with stretchable fabric for added comfort.MORE INFO: adidasgolf.com

Callaway Tour Authentic

Jacket: $290 Pants: $190FEATURES: The polyester jacket has elastic cuffs for increased protection.MORE INFO: callawaygolf.com

Mizuno Impermalite

Jacket: $170 Pants: $140FEATURES: The three-layer nylon jacket has extra fabric in the elbows and a five-year guarantee.MORE INFO: mizunousa.com

Nike Storm-FIT Elite

Jacket: $300 Pants: $200FEATURES: The stretchy polyester-composite jacket allows for mobility.MORE INFO: nikegolf.com

Peak Performance Pines

Jacket: $395 Pants: $290FEATURES: The Gore-Tex Paclite shell is light, and the back stretches for maximum range of motion.MORE INFO: trendygolf.com

Peter Millar Vancouver

Jacket: $195 Pants: $145FEATURES: The polyester shell has four pockets, including one on the sleeve.MORE INFO: petermillar.com

ProQuip Ultralite Tour

Jacket: $190 Pants: $160FEATURES: The quiet jacket, made of polyester and nylon, has a three-year waterproof guarantee.MORE INFO: proquipgolfusa.com

Sun Mountain Torrent LT

Jacket: $160 Pants: $150FEATURES: A Teflon coating on the jacket prevents absorption of water.MORE INFO: sunmountain.com

Sunice Ultimate V3

Jacket: $500 Pants: $300FEATURES: The Gore-Tex jacket has stretch fabric around the shoulders and an in-pocket ball cleaner.MORE INFO: sunice.com

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