Public Rec has always done things a little differently. From the beginning, the brand built its identity around comfort, not performance categories or traditional apparel lanes. Golf was never the primary focus, but it didn’t take long to realize that what they were making translated well to the course. Their pieces were easy to wear, versatile, and most importantly, comfortable in a way that felt different from typical golf apparel.
Now, Public Rec is operating under the NOBULL umbrella, bringing a performance-focused brand into the mix.
Fans of Public Rec will be relieved to know that this isn’t a redesign of the product line. The apparel itself remains unchanged. What’s new is the positioning, the addition of footwear, and the opportunity to present a more complete head-to-toe offering for golfers.
Two Brands, Similar Mindsets
On the surface, Public Rec and NOBULL come from different places. Public Rec built its reputation on comfort-first apparel that could move seamlessly between daily life and the golf course. NOBULL established itself in the training world with a focus on durability, simplicity, and performance-driven design.
The connection becomes clearer when looking at how both brands approach their product. Both focus on making pieces that are functional, wearable and consistent.
Bringing the two together doesn’t require much change. Public Rec continues to deliver the same apparel, while NOBULL expands the offering with footwear and an athletically-minded frame of mind.
NOBULL’s Role in the Equation
For those unfamiliar, NOBULL built its reputation in the world of athletic training. The brand launched with a focus on durability and simplicity, particularly in footwear designed for high-intensity workouts. NOBULL focused on straightforward design and products built to handle repeated use.
NOBULL’s golf shoes follow the same philosophy. Structured builds, and an emphasis on comfort and traction over unnecessary features. They are not trying to change what a golf shoe looks like but rather apply their existing design approach to the category.
What’s Changed, and What Hasn’t
The easiest way to understand this partnership is to separate the product from the branding. The apparel is the same, and that’s a good thing.
Public Rec’s strength has always been in its fabric and fit, and that hasn’t been altered. What has changed is how it’s presented and how it fits into a larger system that now includes NOBULL footwear.
For golfers, that means you can build a full outfit within the same lineup without mixing across brands.
Public Rec x NOBULL Golf Collection
Gamechanger 5-Pocket Pant
The Gamechanger 5-Pocket Pant is the standout piece in the lineup, retailing for $128.
This was our first time wearing the Gamechanger, and it immediately lived up to its reputation. Public Rec has always referenced a sweatpant origin story, and while that sounds like marketing copy, you really start to understand it the first time you put them on.
These are some of the most comfortable pants we’ve worn on the golf course.
The fabric is soft and extremely flexible, with a level of stretch that makes them easy to move in without ever feeling loose. The fit is modern and athletic, slightly more form fitting through the thighs with a clean taper down to the ankle.
On the course, they were excellent to walk in during a round with temperatures in the 60s. There’s enough breathability to stay comfortable, but they still feel substantial enough to avoid that overly thin performance feel.
We liked them so much, we couldn’t help but take advantage of a sale we spotted and bought a couple more pairs.
If there’s one area for improvement, it would be the waistband. Adding a bit of grip material to help keep a shirt tucked in would make a noticeable difference.
Gamechanger 5-Pocket Short
The Gamechanger Short follows the same formula and retails for $98. If you like the pants, you’ll like the shorts. The fabric, stretch, and overall feel are nearly identical, just in a shorter format.
They carry the same versatility, working just as well off the course as they do on it. The fit stays consistent with the pant, leaning toward that modern, athletic look. It’s an easy option for warmer weather. Again, we’d love to see a tacky waistband here. It would make them an easy 11/10.
All Fore It Polo
The All Fore It Polo comes in at $88 and continues to be a safe option, if not a little understated for today’s fashion trends. Comfort and breathability stand out right away, especially when swinging. The fabric moves well and doesn’t cling, making it easy to wear through a full round.
The fit is clean and athletic through the shoulders and chest, but with enough room through the midsection to avoid feeling restrictive. Sizing is always personal, but we’d recommend going down a size if you’re between sizes or prefer a more form-fitting look.
The one drawback to the All Fore It Polo is the simplicity of the design, especially in contrast to the greater NOBULL lineup. The solid white version we tested works well, but it’s a bit plain. Expanding into more designs would give this piece more personality and we hope NOBULL expands the line a bit in the future.
NOBULL Leather Golf Shoe
The NOBULL Leather Golf Shoe rounds out the lineup at $179.
We put them through a full “box-to-course” test, taking them straight out of the packaging and walking 18 holes on a hilly course. This method of testing can go one of two ways. Thankfully, this time it worked.
Comfort was the first thing we noticed. The cushioning in the sole is plush and supportive, holding up well over the entire round. There was no break-in period, and the fit was true to size with no issues in the toe box.
The construction feels structured without being stiff. They slide on easily and maintain their shape throughout the round. There is a slight drop from heel to toe, very much like most golf shoes you’ll see on the market today.
Traction was solid for a spikeless design. The outsole uses an aggressive nub pattern, and while spikeless shoes always involve some tradeoffs, these held up well.
The leather upper adds to the overall package. While we didn’t fully test waterproofing, they cleaned up easily after the round and still looked new with a quick wipe down.
Fit and Styling
Most of this lineup leans toward a modern, athletic fit.
The pants and shorts are slightly more tailored through the legs, while the polo offers a structured upper body with a slightly oversized midsection. It’s a look that works well for golfers who prefer something fitted without going overly slim. If you’re between sizes in pants, we’d recommend sizing up. In the polos, you can stay true to size unless you want something tighter, in which case sizing down is a viable option.
The NOBULL shoe ties everything together visually with a clean design that still feels fun and modern. The entire line should find broad appeal amoung younger golfers, as well as slightly older golfers with a more contemporary fashion sense.
Public Rec x NOBULL Golf Apparel – The Details
- Gamechanger 5-Pocket Pant: $128
- Gamechanger 5-Pocket Short: $98
- All Fore It Polo: $88
- NOBULL Leather Golf Shoe: $179
For more information or to shop the collection, visit nobullproject.com.
