Under Armour Golf Base Layers: ColdGear & HeatGear
Build a reliable layering system with Under Armour base layers engineered for golf. Whether you’re seeking cold-weather insulation or hot-weather breathability, UA’s ColdGear and HeatGear ranges deliver comfort without compromising your swing.
ColdGear vs HeatGear – choosing for the forecast
- ColdGear: Brushed interiors add warmth with low bulk, ideal for chilly rounds and early starts. As a guide, many golfers choose ColdGear in single-digit temperatures through to cool, breezy days.
- HeatGear: Lightweight, fast-wicking fabrics help you stay cool and dry when the temperature rises, well-suited to spring and summer play.
Personal comfort varies, but a simple rule is to match insulation to the wind and temperature: use HeatGear when it’s warm and still, and ColdGear when wind chill or lower temperatures are in play.
Fits and styles
- Compression: Next-to-skin, supportive feel that reduces distraction under a polo or midlayer.
- Fitted: Close to the body without the squeeze; easy to layer.
- Tops and bottoms: Choose mock-neck or crew long sleeves for coverage, short sleeves for warm days, plus leggings or tights for leg warmth. Boxer briefs add breathable comfort under trousers.
Layering for golf
- Start with a base layer to regulate moisture and temperature.
- Add a midlayer (fleece or knit) for extra warmth when needed.
- Finish with a wind or rain top if conditions demand protection.
Fabric tech and comfort
- Moisture-wicking yarns help move sweat away from the skin.
- 4-way stretch supports a full turn and unrestricted follow-through.
- Smooth, low-profile seams minimise friction under additional layers.
Sizing tips
- Compression pieces should feel close and supportive but never restrict breathing or rotation.
- If between sizes, choose based on preferred feel: go up for a relaxed fit, or stay true for performance compression.
- Measure chest and waist and cross-check with size charts to fine-tune your pick.
Care instructions
- Wash cold and inside-out; avoid fabric softeners to preserve wicking and stretch.
- Line dry or tumble dry low; keep away from high heat.
- Close hook-and-loop on outer layers during washing to reduce snagging.
Build your kit
Pair breathable base layers with flexible midlayers and protective outerwear to stay comfortable from tee to green, whatever the weather brings.
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