Some people head to the clubhouse when bad weather hits — but the Under Armour Drive Wind Short Sleeve is built for the serious golfers who stick it out and play through anything. Designed for all-weather performance on the course, this men's wind jacket combines UA Storm water-repellent technology with windproof construction and a short-sleeve profile that keeps your swing unrestricted. Wind- and water-resistant yet fully breathable, it lets you stay locked in on your game no matter what the sky has to say.
UA Storm is Under Armour's signature water-repellent treatment applied directly to the fabric, allowing the jacket to shed rain and moisture without blocking airflow. Unlike fully waterproof membranes that can feel stiff or clammy, UA Storm strikes a careful balance — keeping you dry on the outside while allowing perspiration to escape from within. This makes it ideal for the variable conditions encountered on a golf course, from an unexpected drizzle on the back nine to sustained wind-driven rain. The result is a garment that keeps you comfortable and focused rather than clammy and distracted. The fluorine-free DWR formulation used here is also environmentally responsible, meeting modern sustainability standards without any compromise in water-repellent performance.
The Drive Wind's windproof materials and engineered construction work together to form a barrier against cold gusts that can sap warmth and disrupt concentration on the course. The outer shell is purpose-built to resist wind penetration, so even on exposed links-style layouts where the wind is relentless, you'll feel sheltered and in control. Critically, the windproof properties are delivered without adding bulk or restricting your swing — the jacket's profile stays close enough to be effective yet loose enough for a full turn. This combination of wind resistance and freedom of movement is exactly what serious golfers need when conditions deteriorate and competitors retreat to the clubhouse.
The three-layer bonded construction is what sets this jacket apart from a simple wind shirt. By bonding an outer shell, a breathable membrane, and a soft inner face fabric into a single unified laminate, Under Armour eliminates the rustling, bunching, and noise that plague less refined outerwear. The result is a fabric that is genuinely quiet during your backswing and follow-through — an important detail for golfers who find fabric noise distracting at the moment of impact. The soft inner face also provides a comfortable feel against bare arms, so the short-sleeve design works in direct contact with your skin without irritation. Durability is engineered in as well: the bonded structure holds its shape and performance characteristics wash after wash.
Golf demands a wide, rotating range of motion from the shoulders, torso, and arms — and the Drive Wind's 4-way stretch fabric accommodates all of it naturally. The material extends and recovers in all four directions, tracking every movement of your swing without tugging, pulling, or restricting your arc. The short-sleeve design complements this by removing any sleeve interference entirely, giving your forearms and elbows unimpeded freedom through the hitting zone. An updated back construction further enhances mobility where you need it most. Whether you are making a full driver swing or a short chip shot, the jacket moves with you rather than against you, ensuring your technique remains consistent regardless of what you are wearing.
The generous ½ zip front closure gives you immediate control over ventilation and layering options. On warmer days or after a sustained uphill walk, a quick pull of the zip opens up the chest for rapid heat release; when the wind picks up on exposed holes, zip it back and the jacket seals shut efficiently. The bungee adjust on the bottom hem adds another layer of customisation, letting you cinch the hem tightly around your hips to prevent the jacket riding up during your swing, or loosening it for a more relaxed, casual fit between shots. Together these two features ensure the jacket adapts to changing conditions throughout the round rather than locking you into one fixed configuration.
Traditional durable water-repellent treatments have historically relied on fluorine-based (PFAS) chemistry, which is persistent in the environment and increasingly restricted under international regulations. Under Armour's fluorine-free DWR on the Drive Wind jacket delivers strong water-repellent performance without the environmental cost, using alternative chemistry that breaks down naturally and does not accumulate in ecosystems or the human body. For the golfer, this means no performance trade-off — the jacket still beads water effectively in the conditions you're likely to face on a golf course. For the planet, it represents a more responsible approach to performance apparel manufacturing, aligned with where the entire outdoor and golf industry is heading in terms of sustainable materials.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Style Code | 1389860-410 |
| Colour | Midnight Navy / Downpour Grey |
| Gender | Men's |
| Fit | Loose |
| Sleeve | Short sleeve |
| Closure | ½ Zip front |
| Material | 100% Polyester |
| Construction | Durable 3-layer bonded fabric |
| Stretch | 4-way stretch |
| Water Resistance | UA Storm technology (water-repellent) |
| Wind Resistance | Yes – windproof materials & construction |
| DWR Treatment | Fluorine-free (eco-friendly) |
| Hem Adjustment | Bungee adjust |
| Available Sizes | S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL |
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chest (cm) | 80–88 | 88–96 | 96–104 | 104–112 | 112–124 | 124–136 |
| Waist (cm) | 65–73 | 73–81 | 81–89 | 89–97 | 97–109 | 109–121 |
| Hips (cm) | 80–88 | 88–96 | 96–104 | 104–112 | 112–120 | 120–128 |
Size guide values are approximate and for reference only.
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