Under Armour Drive Pro Storm Hybrid 1/2 Zip Golf Sweater Review
The Drive Pro Storm Hybrid is Under Armour's hybrid mid-layer for cool, changeable golf weather, combining a wind-resistant woven front panel with breathable knit fabric through the sleeves, sides and back, all built on UA's Storm water-repellent technology.
Worth being upfront on sourcing here: unlike premium branded equipment, budget-to-mid-price golf apparel like this doesn’t get the kind of hands-on testing Golf Monthly or Golfalot give to clubs and shoes. What we’ve pulled together is Under Armour’s own technical specification, consistent across every retailer that stocks it, rather than independent editorial review, and we want to be honest about that distinction.
- Hybrid construction: wind-resistant woven fabric on the front body, breathable knit spacer fabric on the sleeves, sides and back
- UA Storm technology is designed to repel water without sacrificing breathability, using a fluorine-free treatment
- Worn on tour by Jordan Spieth, per the retailer's own product listing
- Genuinely affordable within Under Armour's own range, cheaper than the newer non-Storm Drive Pro Hybrid sweater
The Short Version
- This is a hybrid mid-layer, not a full waterproof. UA Storm technology repels light rain and drizzle rather than replacing a dedicated waterproof jacket.
- The cut is described by Under Armour itself as a loose, fuller fit, worth knowing if you usually prefer a slim athletic cut.
- We couldn’t find independent golf-media testing of this specific garment, so this review leans on manufacturer specification and consistent retailer detail rather than hands-on review.
- It’s one of the more affordable pieces in Under Armour’s current golf mid-layer range, undercutting the newer non-Storm Drive Pro Hybrid sweater.
Under Armour Drive Pro Storm Hybrid 1/2 Zip Sweater
Under Armour Drive Pro Storm Hybrid 1/2 Zip Golf Sweater Black/Metallic Silver 1387118-001
What you're actually getting
The design logic is a genuinely sensible one for golf: a durable, stretch-woven panel across the front and shoulders to block wind and shrug off light rain, paired with a softer knit spacer fabric everywhere you actually generate heat during a swing, including the sleeves, sides and back. That combination is meant to solve the usual mid-layer trade-off, where a fully wind-resistant garment traps heat and restricts movement, and a fully breathable one does nothing in a stiff breeze on the back nine.
UA Storm technology is a fluorine-free water-repellent treatment rather than a fully waterproof membrane, and it's worth being precise about that distinction. It's designed for light rain, drizzle and damp mornings, not the kind of sustained downpour you'd want a dedicated waterproof jacket for. Under Armour's own specification is consistent across every retailer listing we checked: a half-zip neck with a low-profile collar, secure zip hand pockets, a built-in tee holder on the right side, and metallic trim detailing.
On fit, Under Armour describes this as a loose, fuller cut rather than a slim athletic one, which is worth knowing if most of your wardrobe runs closer-fitting. It’s a notable enough garment that it’s been worn on tour by Jordan Spieth, according to the retailer’s own listing, a genuine detail, though obviously not the same thing as independent testing of how it performs for an average golfer’s swing and body shape.
Under Armour Drive Pro Storm Hybrid Specifications
- Sensible hybrid construction: wind protection where you need it, breathability where you generate heat
- UA Storm’s water-repellent treatment covers light rain and damp mornings without needing a full waterproof layer
- Genuinely affordable within Under Armour’s own golf mid-layer range
- Practical features: secure zip pockets and a built-in tee holder
- Established tour association through Jordan Spieth
- Water repellency, not full waterproofing, so it’s not a substitute for a dedicated rain jacket in sustained rain
- Loose, fuller cut may not suit golfers who prefer a slim, athletic fit
- No independent golf-media testing exists for this specific garment, so real-world durability and breathability claims come from the manufacturer rather than a third party
- Colour options on this specific version are more limited than some newer Under Armour mid-layers
How We Compiled This Review
This review leans on different sourcing than our equipment reviews, and we want to be upfront about that. Independent, hands-on testing of specific mid-priced golf mid-layers like this one is rare in golf media, so instead of pretending otherwise, we’ve built this from Under Armour’s own published specifications, consistent across every retailer that stocks it.
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Manufacturer specifications
Checked construction, materials and features against Under Armour’s own product documentation, cross-referenced across multiple retailers for consistency.
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Checked for independent coverage
Searched specifically for golf-media testing of this exact garment. We found general coverage of Under Armour’s Storm technology and reviews of other, different Under Armour apparel, but no independent hands-on review of this specific sweater.
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Verified the notable detail
Confirmed the Jordan Spieth tour-wear detail against the retailer’s own listing rather than repeating it without checking.
We’re flagging this openly: this review carries less independent testing weight than our reviews of golf equipment, because that testing doesn’t really exist for this specific product.
What to Check Before You Buy
This handles light rain and drizzle. For sustained wet weather, pair it with or choose a dedicated waterproof jacket instead.
The loose, fuller cut is a deliberate design choice. Check Under Armour’s size guide if you normally wear a slim fit.
Under Armour also sells a newer Drive Pro Hybrid sweater without Storm technology at a higher price, so make sure you’re buying the weather-resistant version if that matters to you.
Colour and size combinations vary by retailer stock, so confirm your preferred option is actually available before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Under Armour Drive Pro Storm Hybrid sweater waterproof?
No, it’s water-repellent rather than fully waterproof. UA Storm technology is designed for light rain and drizzle, not sustained downpours.
Does it run true to size?
Under Armour describes it as a loose, fuller cut rather than a slim athletic fit. If you prefer a closer fit, consider checking the size guide or sizing down.
What's the difference between this and the Drive Pro Hybrid without Storm?
The Storm version adds Under Armour’s water-repellent treatment. The newer non-Storm Drive Pro Hybrid sweater is a different, more expensive garment without that weather technology.
Who wears this on tour?
According to the retailer’s product listing, it’s been worn on tour by Jordan Spieth.
What is UA Storm technology?
It’s Under Armour’s fluorine-free water-repellent treatment, designed to keep water out while maintaining breathability, rather than a fully waterproof membrane.
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This is a sensible, well-specified hybrid mid-layer at a genuinely affordable price within Under Armour’s own range, with wind resistance and light-rain protection where you need it and breathability where you generate heat. Just be clear-eyed that Storm technology means water-repellent, not waterproof, and that the loose cut is a deliberate style choice rather than a universal fit. For cool, changeable rounds, it does exactly what it’s designed to do.
