adidas climaheat Half-Zip Training Top - THP Review

[Canadan]

In for review is the adidas climaheat Half-Zip Training Top. Awesome packaging for this one, coming it what appears to be a way to easily store clothing in a golf bag for just-in-case scenarios. I'll let the pictures and their marketing do the talking for right now, but I'm excited with what I see. Some great looking fabric that will add a warm layer without adding to bulk which I am very excited to take advantage of, as layering is always an issue for range of motion.

From adidas

The climaheat™ ½ zip has you covered. The climaheat™ fabric provides maximum warmth while optimizing movement. You’ll beat the cold, beating your buddies is up to you.

• Climaheat fabric for maximum warmth and maximum movement
• Two front zipper pockets
• Raglan sleeve
• Engineered with puremotion stretch
• Contrast adidas brandmark on back yoke
• Climaheat 95% Ply/5% Elastane

Color Options: Black/NightFlash (purple) -- MidGrey/VistaGrey (pictured) -- NightMarine (Dark Blue)/VistaGrey -- VistaGrey/Black

In Hand Photos

 

[ddec]

I like the looks of this quite a bit. Probably a good thing for this time of year and early morning/late rounds.

 

[Canadan]

I like the looks of this quite a bit. Probably a good thing for this time of year and early morning/late rounds.

Absolutely the case. It's improving in Ohio big time, but I'll tell you what, there's still plenty of bite.

This weekend I was switching between a full wool 1/2 zip and a much thinner layer. This would have served extremely well.

 

[ddec]

Absolutely the case. It's improving in Ohio big time, but I'll tell you what, there's still plenty of bite.

This weekend I was switching between a full wool 1/2 zip and a much thinner layer. This would have served extremely well.

do you know what the retail price is for these?

 

[Canadan]

do you know what the retail price is for these?

Looks like this one is $80.00 on adidas..

http://adidasgolf.com/climaheat-Hal...W-BM239_color=B81993#product-description-full

 

[tequila4kapp]

I like them and look forward to learning more about them.

 

[OITW]

Solid 1/2 zip there. I like that gray as well.

 

[TheDoctor]

I like the look of this

Are you able to compare this to the Puma tops that were recently a big success here?

 

[Canadan]

I like the look of this

Are you able to compare this to the Puma tops that were recently a big success here?

This is built for colder temps, I suspect. The Puma zips are more of a jersey-like feel to me, ideal for days where a polo isn't enough.

Out of the package, this top is more akin to colder days where a jacket or windbreaker isn't necessary... Or if it is, something with added warmth can be worn underneath.

 

[mikedean441]

Just screams #OhioApproved

Liking the looks for sure, would serve a purposes many months out of the year

 

[IceyShanks]

Pretty sweet packaging, and a nice layer to have for those early morning rounds.

 

[TheDoctor]

This is built for colder temps, I suspect. The Puma zips are more of a jersey-like feel to me, ideal for days where a polo isn't enough.

Out of the package, this top is more akin to colder days where a jacket or windbreaker isn't necessary... Or if it is, something with added warmth can be worn underneath.

Thanks Dan,

I could see this being worn for more than just golf if I get one

 

[Jman]

This thing looks awesome IMO.

 

[AMart]

Interesting packaging for storage, gonna have to get that fold down! I like the idea of the product though. I'm always looking for good layering options.

 

[Canadan]

Wearing this around the house right now. Set to 67 and I am more than comfortable. Will leave the warm related comfort thoughts to another day when I've taken it outside on the course.

It wears an awful lot like a typical 1/4 zip layer would, with the exception of the pockets. A bit obtrusive when unzipped, but I'm hard pressed to remember they are there when both zips are up. I can see these being useful for slightly colder days when I want to get my hands out of the wind/cold.

Length of the sleeve is good. I've got a medium in for review and I'd say it's the perfect fit. A little looser towards the waist but the drawstring will be very accommodating when I want to tighten it. We're all different people, but I tend to pull up my sleeves every chance I get - This makes cuff resilience a huge priority. For the climaheat half-zip, there's a decent amount of stretch that makes the sleeve fit extremely well all the way up the arm. It'll introduce some wrinkling if I leave them there for a long time, but that should be expected.

Fully zipped, the climaheat fits a lot like a mock turtleneck. It's also basically the perfect size around my throat which is another very valuable asset. It's going to take the chill right out of my next morning round.

 

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The lining looks very much like my Adidas Climawarm full zip sweatshirts which are the best sweatshirts ever! I will definitely have one of these! Thanks Dan.