Ping Norse Jacket

Ping Norse Jacket Review - We wore the new Ping Norse Jacket for a round at West Hill Golf Club. Here is our verdict on its styling and performance

Ping Norse Jacket Review

Aimed At This is aimed at golfers who want a jacket that will keep them warm and don’t want to add an extra layer during a quick rain shower.

Key Technology Made from PrimaLoft Silver Insulation Active, which delivers lightweight, high-performance thermal insulation with water resistance. This is combined with a breathable, stretch and water resistant outer fabric for optimum comfort in different playing conditions. Also features two front pockets. A water resistant outer fabric provides light protection from a passing shower.

How we tested We wore the Norse jacket for a number of rounds in different temperatures and weather conditions to really put it through its paces.

Styling While the all-black colouring is a tad on the plain side, the quilted front design is very much on trend and you could easily wear it away from the golf course. We also like the lower collar at the front which stops it rubbing on your neck during the swing, the double-zip that makes it easier to remove and the classy Ping logo on the arm.

Playability The jacket seems to fill with air when you put it on, which makes it seem bulky at first, but this soon settles down once zipped up and its actually surprisingly lightweight. While it's probably marginally thicker than other jackets similar in style, it's not to the detriment of the range of motion, which remains unimpaired.

If you do need to take it off to store in your bag, beware it doesn’t fold down particularly small, but once on the elastic cuffs and adjustable waist help it fit nicely to your body shape.