December 22, 2020 – Leading high-performance golf apparel brand Galvin Green has reached agreement to extend its contract with rising Tour star Laurie Canter for the forthcoming season, after the Englishman finished the European Tour’s 2020 Race to Dubai in the Top-20.
The 31-year-old moved up 25 places to end last season in 19th spot with his T5 place at the Jumeirah Golf Estates course, where he was among the leaders going into the final round. It rounded off an impressive five months for the former Challenge Tour player, who recorded the European Tour’s lowest round of the year – shooting 60 (-12) at the Italian Open in October. Ranked outside the world’s Top-500 before August, he achieved four Top-5 finishes over the latter stages of the Tour schedule to take his world ranking up to 132.
“Laurie has given the Galvin Green brand and our clothing a lot of great exposure over recent months and we’re really pleased for him that he’s been in such great form and gained well-deserved recognition as one of Europe’s rising players,” said CEO Nicholai Stein. “We wish him well for the new season and hope he achieves his ambition of winning a maiden Tour title wearing our clothing that’s designed to inspire all golfers,”he added.
Laurie Canter, ranked 20th in the Tour’s 2020 Driving Distance averages at over 315 yards and current #1 in Strokes Gained off the Tee to Green at 0.89 across 58 tournaments he’s played, commented: “Feeling comfortable out on the course, regardless of the weather conditions or my tournament position, has been a huge part of my recent rise up the Tour rankings and Galvin Green outfits have proved themselves time and again at tournaments around the world. That’s why I’m thrilled to be re-signing with such a progressive and innovative brand that always helps to give me a feelgood factor every time I tee it up.”
Recent top performances included finishing second at the Portugal Masters in September and T2 at the Italian Open, where he also took the 36-hole scoring record at -16.
Among the most prominent garments worn by Laurie in recent tournaments have been the MERLIN shirt in VENTIL8 PLUS stretch fabric that combines excellent breathability with UV 20+ protection, while the shape of the shoulder and sleeves are designed to minimise restriction in the swing; NOAH trousers in the same flexible fabric which incorporate a shirt gripper waistband for a perfect fit in 20 size options; the LES windproof bodywarmer with an athletic fit; and the ASHTON 100% waterproof GORE-TEX SHAKEDRY full-zip jacket for optimum comfort during the swing.
December 8, 2020 – Christiaan Bezuidenhout took his tournament victories wearing stylish and highly breathable Galvin Greenclothing to four within the past 18 months, when winning the South African Open last week weekend – averaging scores of -16 and four shots fewer than his rivals.
In securing his national title at the Gary Player Country Club in Sun City – the longest course on the European Tour at almost 8,000 yards – Christiaan registered back-to-back wins on home soil after victory at the Alfred Dunhill Championship last week and became the most successful Team Galvin Green player this millennium.
Playing in warm and humid conditions, Christiaan once again played an impressive back nine to dominate his rivals in the final round. Staying cool under pressure, he opted to wear the highly breathableMALONE shirt with a jacquard-knitted design and in Navy and black NOAH trousersin lightweight VENTIL8 Plus stretch fabric that offer UV 20+ protection.
“It’s any South African golfer’s dream to win a national tournament,” said Christiaan Bezuidenhout, who became the first player to win consecutive European Tour events since Justin Rose in 2017. “I’m a big believer in feel good, play good. Galvin Green have supported me for a number of years now and their range is getting better and better. To work with a great team and to wear clothing that really does work are very important factors in me producing good results,” he added.
His outstanding run of tournament victories began in June last year. Playing as a rookie on the European Tour, he captured the Andalucia Masters at Valderrama by six shots from four runners up, including Spain’s Ryder Cup star Jon Rahm (score -10). After finishing runner up at the Dubai Desert Classic in January, he then won the Dimension Data Pro-Am on the Sunshine Tour (-24) in February by a stroke at -21. His -14 score during last week’s Alfred DunhillChampionship event saw him win by four shots, while he finished five shots ahead at -18 at the SA Open as the only competitor with four rounds under 70.
His latest triumph has moved Christiaan into the top five on the Race to Dubai ratings and up to 35 in the Official World Golf Ranking, ahead of the season’s final tournament at the DP World Tour Championship event on the Jumeirah Golf Estates course in Dubai.
“Galvin Green wishes Christiaan all the best in looking to complete a remarkable hat-trick of European Tour victories this week by becoming the Tour champion,” said CEO Nicholai Stein.
November 30, 2020 – Team Galvin Green star Christiaan Bezuidenhout won his second European Tour title in style at the Alfred Dunhill Championship 2020 in his native South Africa to mark a stellar fourth season with the leading apparel brand.
Fresh from making his debut at the Masters Tournament, the 26-year-old kept cool and calm wearing his VENTIL8 Plus shirt and trousers during the final round at the challenging Leopard Creek Country Club course to capture his first professional tournament on home soil by four shots with a brilliantly sculptured closing 69. He described the victory that puts him back into the world’s top 50 as being “very special and one I always wanted to win.”
It was his second triumph on the Sunshine Tour this year – after winning the Dimension Data Pro-Am in February – and followed his impressive win as a European Tour rookie at the 2019 Andalucia Masters at Valderrama, where he finished six shots ahead of Spanish favourite Jon Rahm. Runner up at the Dubai Desert Classic in January, he now moves up to 9th on the Race to Dubai, just behind fellow Modest! Golf Management player Tyrrell Hatton.
Playing in temperatures up to 35° C close to the Kruger National Park, Christiaan played a bogey-free back nine to stretch ahead of his rivals in the final round. To remain comfortable as possible, he chose to wear the MARIO shirt in Cool Grey/Sharkskin/Black and matching NOAH black trousers in highly breathable and lightweight VENTIL8 Plus stretch fabric that offers UV protection 20+.
“It’s really important to feel good on the golf course with good fitting clothing that’s lightweight and comfortable and I’m super happy with all the Galvin Green outfits I wear,” said Christiaan Bezuidenhout. “The VENTIL8 Plus shirts and trousers perform fantastically well in hot and humid conditions. Fashion is becoming a more and more important part of the game and I have great fun putting outfits together to look good on the course,” he added.
At Augusta earlier this month, Christiaan wore a special GREEN Paclite waterproof jacket inspired by the traditional green jacket associated with the famous Major event.
“Galvin Green is very proud to be associated with such a wonderfully talented golfer as Christiaan, who has proved to be a magnificent brand ambassador since he first signed in 2017,” said CEO Nicholai Stein. “We wish him well at the final European Tour event in Dubai next month and trust that our apparel will help him perform at his best once again.”
November 12, 2020 – Amy Boulden, who won her maiden Ladies European Tour title at the Swiss Ladies Open in September, has renewed her contract with leading apparel brand Galvin Green for the 2021 season.
The popular Welsh golfer became a Team Galvin Green player two years ago to wear brand’s high-performance technical clothing and has seen her form improve markedly since then. In addition to her emphatic victory in Switzerland, Amy also wore her Galvin Green wardrobe when regaining her LET card with a final stage victory at Q-school in La Manga, southern Spain last January.
“Wearing Galvin Green outfits like the highly breathable VENTIL8 Plus shirts and skorts has made a real difference to my game and confidence,” said Amy Boulden. “I love playing in warmer climates and knowing that I won’t ever get uncomfortable out on the course played a big factor in my recent success, especially when I got into contention for my first Tour title in the warm Alpine conditions.
“That’s why I’m thrilled to renew my association with such an innovative brand as Galvin Green that provides clothing to give you the ‘feel good’ factor whatever weather you face,” she added.
Marketing Manager Annelie Backgård Ginstman commented: “Amy is an amazing brand ambassador for the Galvin Green women’s collection and we’re delighted to see her profile grow after winning her first Tour title. We hope it acts as a springboard for more top finishes during the new season.”
Amy’s current favourite outfit when playing in hot or humid conditions is the stylish combination of a MURIEL shirt and NIKKI skort (pictured in the high temperatures of Saudi Arabia).
The sporty MURIEL shirt has exceptional breathability and Quickdry comfort. Made from VENTIL8 Plus stretch fabric, it also offers UV protection of 20+. The same degree of breathability and stretch fabric benefits are found with the NIKKI skort that incorporates inner shorts. Without any visible seams, the skort also features distinctive piping details on the front pockets.
As the leading premium golf apparel brand that looks to deliver stellar performance from every garment, Galvin Green turned to the galaxy for inspiration for its current range that incorporates Amy’s choice of garments on Tour. Bluesign approved fabrics ensure sustainability across much of the collection, that also features a new eco-generation of INSULA tops including a women’s golf hoodie (DIANE) made 100% from recycled plastic bottles.
The latest women’s collection includes GORE-TEX waterproof jackets and pants in stretch fabric, a wide choice of sweaters, long and short sleeved shirts, ankle length pants, skorts and shorts, thermal vests and leggings, plus matching accessories, including hats with thermal insulation and snoods.
September 15, 2020 – Welsh golfer Amy Boulden won her maiden Ladies European Tour title with a blistering final round of 8-under in the VP Bank Swiss Ladies Open on Saturday, wearing the latest Galvin Green highly breathable VENTIL8 Plus clothing.
Amy, who regained her Ladies European Tour card with a final stage victory at Q-school this year, was bogey-free over the last 36 holes and finished -17 for the 54-hole tournament. In the final round, she took the lead with an impressive outward score of 31, before staying composed over the closing holes to win her first Tour title by 3-shots.
Playing in warm temperatures of 25º at altitude, Amy began the final round one shot off the lead. She chose to wear the stylish combination of a MIREYA shirt and NIKI skort in Black. Designed with excellent breathability and moisture-wicking properties, the MIREYA shirt is made from VENTIL8 Plus stretch fabric and offers UV20+ protection. The same fabric benefits are found with the NIKKI skort that incorporates inner shorts. Without any visible seams, the skort also features distinctive piping details on the front pockets.
“This win will give me great confidence and I look forward to being in more positions where I’m competing for titles in the future,” said an emotional Amy Boulden, who became a Team Galvin Green player two years ago. “It has been one of my goals this year to get back into contention and see how I handle the pressure. Now I’m looking forward to the next chapter,” she added.
As the leading premium golf apparel brand that looks to deliver stellar performance from every single garment, Galvin Green has turned to the ‘Science of Excellence’ for inspiration for its 2020 Part Two clothing range that incorporates Amy’s choice of garments on Tour. Bluesign approved fabrics ensure sustainability across the range.
The premium AURORA waterproof jacket in GORE-TEX fabric has a two-way front zipper and a lightweight mesh lining for extra warmth and comes in Navy/White and Deep Pink/White, while the ARISSA offers an alternative style in Cool Grey/White and Black/Silver. The lightweight GORE-TEX Paclite stretch fabric range features the AINO jacket in three colourways, including Deep Pink/White/Silver. Matching ultra-lightweight ALEXANDRA 100% waterproof pants come in four colours, including Moonlight Blue.
The INTERFACE-1 range of Hybrid windproof and water-repellent jackets that the brand recommends being worn on 95 out of 100 rounds has been expanded to include the new LORENE padded jacket in Navy, Deep Pink, Cool Grey and Black with a warming effect #3 comfort level. Also featured is the new LESLIE in an INTERFACE-1 stretch fabric with a warming effect #2 comfort level. It comes with a full zip and front pockets in five colourways, including Steel Grey/White/Iron Grey and Azalea/White. LEONORE is another full-zip windproof jacket in Cool Grey and Deep Pink.
ARISSA
Among the latest sweaters in soft INSULA stretch fabric which also now offer three comfort levels, are the DIANE hoodie (Azalea Pink and Black) and the sporty DAVINA full-zip sweater with two front pockets zippers and made 100% from recycled plastic bottles in Deep Pink/White, Navy/White & Black/White. The DINA half-zip features Eco-friendly Lyocell inside the fibre for extra comfort in Navy, Blush Pink, Light Grey and Black.
The latest women’s Galvin Green range is completed by seven styles of long and short sleeved shirts, pants, skorts and shorts, Thermal vests and leggings, plus matching accessories.
More information at…
The Galvin Green collection is sold through golf stores and proshops.
Visit the store locator to find your nearest retailer.
September 2, 2020 – Galvin Green, the leading premium golf apparel brand that looks to deliver reach beyond theme with stellar performance from every single garment, has turned to the ‘Science of Excellence’ for inspiration for its 2020 Part Two clothing range launched this time.
Calling on 30 years of experience in performance-driven design and passion for the game, the brand set out to provide technical clothing that would give golfers an extra edge, while adding new styles and colour combinations to provide a feel-good factor unrivalled in the golf apparel market.
“We’ve taken a scientific approach to designing this new range to ensure that success on the golf course is built into every detail that’s relevant to the golfer and their performance,” said CEO Nicholai Stein.
“No detail is too small if it has a reason to exist, because Galvin Green understands that serious golfers never stop striving to improve their game where they can. Our aim is to help them with garments that offer exceptional comfort and performance as well as style – so we mirror that pursuit of perfection across our entire range of clothing,” he added.
The comprehensive Galvin Green collection of golf wear is designed to enable golfers to perform well in all weather conditions they encounter. It includes cutting-edge fabric technologies to maximise performance levels, while minimising any social or environmental impact.
The brand’s holistic approach to sustainability that began in 2013 is reflected in the fact that many garments in the latest range are made from materials approved under the globally recognised Bluesign textile manufacturing standard. This includes all GORE-TEX outerwear products, INSULA mid-layer garments, VENTIL8 PLUS pants and even garment labels. Almost all INSULA sweaters are now made from recycled polyester, while hangers and bags are made of recycled plastic.
APOLLO
LAYERING COMBINATIONS
Among its latest innovations, the brand has put forward ‘Comfort Combinations’ that equip a golfer with layering suggestions for different playing conditions – Rainy, Cold & Windy, Windy & Sunny, Sunny and Warm – while matching them with new colourways.
In the new men’s range for example, the outfits for a rainy day feature the APOLLO waterproof GORE-TEX Paclite stretch fabric jacket in the new Black/White/Red Orange/Sharkskin colours, plus the DWIGHT INSULA sweater made from recycled plastic bottles in Red Orange and the EDWIN SKINTIGHT Thermal top in Black.
There are no fewer than five GORE-TEX technologies in the range that are all Guaranteed To Keep You Dry.
The revolutionary super-lightweight SHAKEDRY product technology sees water bead up and roll off the garment, which is available in the full-zip ASHTON (Ash Grey/Red & Ash Grey/Silver options). Extremely breathable, this streamlined jacketalso features shaped sleeves for easy movement, an elastic drawstring at the hem and cuffs with partial elastic to keep out the rain.
The four other Shell Layer waterproofs include the GORE-TEX fabric with a C-KNIT backer that will ‘slide & glide’ over garments worn underneath (the ARCHIE flagship model features TECHSTEEL on the shoulders for greater durability that easily handles abrasion when carrying the bag), with GORE-TEX Superstretch technology offering optimal freedom of movement.
There is also the GORE-TEX fabric with mesh lining for added warmth (AARON); the lightweight and packable GORE-TEX Paclite technology (APOLLO); and the half-zip stretch jacket ALEX with shaped sleeves for easy movement.
Each of these jackets can be matched with popular, durable waterproof trousers in the form of AXEL (Black) and ANDY (Navy & Black), plus the Paclite stretch pant ARTHUR (Navy, Black & the new Sharkskin) in up to 15 size options.
LANZO
COMFORT LEVELS
The INTERFACE-1 range of Hybrid windproof and water-repellent jackets that Galvin Green recommends being worn on 95 out of 100 rounds has been expanded to include the new LANZO padded jacket in Navy and Black with a warming effect #3 comfort level. Also featured is the new LANGLEY in an INTERFACE-1 stretch fabric with a warming effect #1 comfort level. It comes with a full zip and front pockets in three colours, including Navy/White. LEX is a new half-zip version in five colours, including Red/Black.
LEX
Among the latest sweaters in INSULA stretch fabric which also now offer three comfort levels, are the DANTE hoodie (Black) and the DUKE half-zip made from recycled plastic bottles with padded shoulders for extra warmth in Navy and Black. The lighter half-zip INSULA DIXON comes in new colours such as Red Orange and Black.
MASON
The collection of VENTIL8 PLUS cool layer shirts is led by the star-spangled MASON in four colour options and offers excellent moisture-wicking properties and UV protection 20+.
ARISSA
Colours in the Women’s collection range from Deep Pink and Blush Pink to Navy and Steel or Cool Grey, matched with Black, White or Silver. The premium AURORA waterproof jacket in GORE-TEX fabric has a two-way front zipper and a lightweight mesh lining for extra warmth and comes in Navy/White and Deep Pink/White, while the ARISSA offers an alternative style in Cool Grey/White and Black/Silver. The lightweight GORE-TEX Paclite stretch fabric range features the AINO jacket in three colourways, including Deep Pink/White/Silver.
DINA
The latest Junior range incorporates more than 25 colourful garments for girls and boys, including the ROB hoodie in four colours and six different shirts to choose from for the first time.
More information at…
The Galvin Green collection is sold through golf stores and proshops.
Visit the store locator to find your nearest retailer.
July 5, 2020 – Galvin Green, the brand that revolutionised waterproofs in the 1990’s and has taken technical golf clothing to another level during this Millennium, celebrates its 30th birthday this month and enjoys a global status that founder Tomas Nilsson could once only dream about.
As an entrepreneur and recreational golfer in the Swedish town of Växjö back in 1990, Tomas saw an opportunity to invest in golf and create a global brand. “My goal was to produce the best quality golf clothes on the market and we’re now a decade ahead of where I believed we could be on a global scale,” said Tomas Nilsson.
“Functional clothing is especially important in golf, where you’re often exposed to sun, rain and wind. It is incredibly important that you have the right clothing regardless of the weather, so you can continue to enjoy your round and play to your best. That’s why we’ve always selected the very best materials, matched with the best styling and details possible,” he added.
Creative Director Mats Lundqvist shared the passion for quality when he composed the first Galvin Green range in the summer of 1990 and admits he learnt a lot from the experience. “I learned how important it was to have a specific function for each garment and explain it to the users. It meant that our vision for the next 59 ranges was to design functional garments that really perform on the golf course. At the time, the market for functional golf wear wasn’t so big, so we decided we could fill that gap and take it forward,” added Mats.
“Thanks to the owner’s ambition and the talent of designers like Mats over these years, Galvin Green has become something of a household name in golf more quickly than first envisaged,” said CEO Nicholai Stein.
“We’re proud of the fact that golfers can purchase our garments at 25 of the world’s 30 top-ranked courses and many more besides. Without ever taking success for granted, we see Galvin Green as a major brand and key vendor in the golf apparel industry worldwide for many years to come, as we continue to ensure that technical performance takes priority over price,” he added.
PUSHING BOUNDARIES
Unlike many other golf brands, Galvin Green has pushed the boundaries for not only functional golf wear, but colourful outfits too. While the market was full of Navy and Green block color tops three decades ago, they introduced bright colors such as Orange, often in various shades alongside White, Black or Navy.
“We’ve been surprised how popular Orange has been over the years, as it’s not a colour most people would wear anywhere other than the golf course,” added Mats Lundqvist.
The long-term legacy of this bold approach has given the brand a reputation for never compromising on its innovation and product quality in a fiercely competitive market.
“Living up to the ‘we never compromise’ philosophy is a challenge when the consumer can come across the brand at so many touch points, but it means our message is well understood by our customers and those who may be new to the Galvin Green proposition,” said Nicholai Stein.
“I believe that today’s serious golfer trusts the brand and is reassured by its long track record of adding new products and driving up standards across all golf apparel categories. They recognise that Galvin Green is always bringing something new to the market that will turn heads and help to dress them in style and comfort. Our sustainability programme, which began in 2012, has developed at pace with long-lasting garments aimed to appeal to younger golfers. It has put us among the industry’s world leaders in environmental footprint management and we intend to stay ahead of competitors who will find it hard to compete in the eco-generation climate,” he added.
LONG LASTING
In addition to working with fabric suppliers under the reputable Bluesign textile production regime for almost a decade, Galvin Green has also benefited from advice from a Swedish Government consultant who confirmed that the best contribution the brand could make to the planet’s future was to produce garments that not only perform, but last a long time.
Among the most revolutionary innovations from the brand was the introduction of INSULA sweaters in 2004, as part of its pioneering layering for golf initiative known as the Multi-Layer Concept. It culminated this year with the DWIGHT sweater, made entirely from recycled plastic bottles.
“From a time when cotton shirts dominated the scene with shrinkage and heavy moisture absorption and knitted sweaters weighed golfers down if it rained, there have been huge advancements in fabric technology for golfers in the last three decades and the breathable, non-absorbent INSULA garments rank among our most prized achievements,” said Mats Lundqvist.
According to Mats, another landmark was the introduction of the GORE-TEX Paclite rain jacket in 2003, which meant that a lightweight waterproof top could be worn without any sacrifices to the swing. It also ensured durable waterproofing and breathability that was hard to envisage 10 years earlier. It was this advanced technology – allied to more recent stretch fabrics like the revolutionary C-KNIT backer that enables the jacket to ‘slide & glide’ smoothly over garments worn underneath – that Galvin Green went on to incorporate in outerwear designed exclusively for the victorious European Ryder Cup team in Paris in 2018.
“It was a great experience to work with Captain Thomas Bjørn, deciding on the final look and details of the outfits created for the best players in Europe to perform well and retain the trophy,” he added.
Another ground-breaking innovation that year was the launch of the INTERFACE-1 hybrid jackets that can be worn 95 out of 100 rounds, quickly followed in 2019 by the super-lightweight SHAKEDRY advanced waterproof technology.
Looking ahead, Nicholai Stein is confident that serious golfers will always think about Galvin Green when considering their next clothing purchase and the various playing conditions they are likely to encounter. “They can rest assured that we will always strive to produce the best possible garments for the serious golfer and take them with us on the journey,” he added.
The company headquarters remains in Växjö (Sweden), which now promotes itself as ‘Europe’s Greenest City’ on the back of investing in renewable energy, recycling and conservation.
March 25, 2020 – Leading premium golf apparel brand Galvin Green has introduced its biggest ever range of high-performance clothing aimed at young golfers for the 2020 season.
The new Galvin Green Junior collection features more than 20 garments designed to appeal to golfers between the ages of 9-15 who are serious about their game.
The range covers everything the young golfer would look to wear on the course – including GORE-TEX waterproof outfits, wind and water-repellent jackets, sweaters and shirts. It also features hoodies, that prove popular with youngsters both on and off the golf course.
“We believe in the future of golf and our latest junior offering reflects requests from young golfers to have more choices so they can add to their growing Galvin wardrobe,” said product manager Sofia Ask Klason. “The feedback we had from juniors across the age spectrum was that they really loved the brand, but wanted more options in styles and colours to select from in choosing their playing outfits,” she added.
All the garments in the Junior collection are made from the same high-performance, breathable fabrics used in the production of the award-winning full range, including more than 60% sourced from bluesign approved suppliers who meet the highest environmental standards. Available in four distinct size ranges, they’re also put through the same vigorous testing to ensure optimum performance whatever the weather.
Three jackets in 100% waterproof GORE-TEX Paclite Technology fabric called RIVER (Red, Navy & Blue) feature front pockets, elastic drawstring at the hem and cuffs with a partial elastic and a tab touch and close fastener. They are matched with ROSS trousers in the same 100% waterproof fabric (Black or Gunmetal), with front and back pockets and an elasticated waist to ensure a comfortable fit (RRP’s €180 & €130).
RIVER y RIDLEY
The RIDLEY is a full-zip jacket in windproof, water-repellent INTERFACE-1 fabric designed for wearing during 95 out of 100 rounds. The windproof jacket comes with front pockets, elastic cuffs and an adjustable drawstring at the hem in Blue/Black or Black (RRP €150). Other lighter INTERFACE-1 jackets are the ROMA in two combinations of Blue & Navy, plus the RIO bodywarmer with front pockets in Black/White (RRP €120 & €100).
Soft, stretchy and comfortable INSULA sweaters in the RICK line come in four colour choices, while the ROB half-zip hoodie has three colour options (RRP €80).
RICK y ROMA
An expanded shirt range in VENTIL8 PLUS fabric with polyester moisture wicking fibre includes the REMY in an innovative print pattern, plus and the ROD style in four bold colours (RRP €60).
February 3, 2020 – The new APOLLO waterproof jacket that headlines the Galvin Green 2020 Part One collection is the first model made in GORE-TEX Paclite Technology fabric to incorporate front pockets – making it even more versatile for serious golfers to wear both on and off the course.
The creation of lighter stretch fabrics has made it easier for Galvin Green to design a jacket that ticks the boxes for the golfer keen to avoid any restrictions when wearing a 100% waterproof top. The latest lightweight fabric stretches in different directions during the swing, so you don’t notice the two discrete pockets, although they’re there when needed.
The APOLLO jacket has taken two years to develop – six months longer than the usual progression of garments from drawing board to delivery – as various designs were tested to determine the one that ensured the addition of pockets wouldn’t interfere with the player’s swing. It weighs just 300g, with the extra pockets adding only 25g to its overall weight.
Easy to pack into the golf bag, the APOLLO jacket is extremely breathable and has a super-soft hand feel. Shaped sleeves provide easy movement and cuffs feature partial elastic and a tab with a touch and close Velcro fastener. Adjustable chest width tabs and an elasticated drawstring at the hem deliver a comfortable fit.
Sales of the waterproof Shell Layer range from Galvin Green are now headed by jackets made in GORE-TEX Paclite Technology fabric, including the increasingly popular half-zip versions. They each feature fabric sourced from certified Bluesign suppliers who meet global sustainability standards.
The APOLLO jacket in GORE-TEX Paclite stretch fabric comes in six stunning colourway choices – four sporty 4-colour combos and two solid colour options – in sizes S-3XL at a RRP of 340€.
January 13, 2020 – Leading golf apparel supplier Galvin Green has appointed Nicholai Stein as its new CEO, based at the corporate headquarters in Växjö, southern Sweden.
The directors of the Swedish brand, which celebrates its 30th Anniversary in the golf industry this year, have chosen to promote the former Brand Manager from within the company to replace Christian Nilsson, who left the organisation last year.
Having joined Galvin Green in 2013 from a senior marketing position with Lee Jeans at the VF Corporation, 43-year-old Stein has been instrumental in changing the designs of recent garment collections and introducing the fashionable EDGE range.
“I’m proud to be given the task of taking the Galvin Green brand to the next level with innovative premium products designed by golfers for golfers,” said Nicholai Stein. “The brand has a very strong reputation across the golfing world and retains market leadership in key high-end apparel categories with garments increasingly made from sustainable fabrics.
“We need to continue to excite serious golfers and provide them with clothing that offers exceptional levels of comfort and performance each and every season. Our challenge is to go the extra mile in finding ground-breaking technology to incorporate into stylish products that genuinely surprise golfers with their originality and the distinctive Galvin Green feel-good factor,” he added.
Galvin Green garments can be found at a host of the world’s Top 100 golf courses – including Bandon Dunes, Cypress Point, Pine Valley, Pebble Beach, Royal Birkdale, Royal County Down, Lahinch, Royal Portrush, Royal Dornoch, Ballybunion, Royal Melbourne, Barnbougle, Cape Kidnappers, Shanqin Bay, Casa de Campo and The Club at Nine Bridges.
On the professional Tours, Christiaan Bezuidenhout recently extended his three-year association with the brand, having won his maiden European Tour title at the Andalucía Masters at Valderrama last year. Other brand Tour ambassadors include Troy Merritt, Martin Laird, Ben Silverman, Theo Humphrey, Chris Paisley, Laurie Canter, Caroline Masson and Alexander Bjork, who has worn Galvin Green clothing since he began playing golf in his home town of Växjö.
January 13, 2020 – Leading golf apparel supplier Galvin Green has appointed Nicholai Stein as its new CEO, based at the corporate headquarters in Växjö, southern Sweden.