Ping Clare

PING Clare Zoned Fleece Jacket is a premium women's golf fleece jacket combining targeted insulation, soft stretch fabric and the freedom of movement needed for a comfortable golf swing. Designed for cooler spring, autumn and winter rounds, it delivers warmth without the unnecessary bulk of a traditional heavily padded jacket. Its combination of performance fleece and strategically insulated panels makes it an appealing choice for golf and everyday wear.

The standout feature is Clo® Pluma zoned insulation across the upper front and back body. This synthetic insulation provides a warm, down-free alternative to traditional natural down filling. By concentrating insulation in selected areas of the torso, the jacket provides additional core comfort while maintaining a lightweight, practical overall construction.

Unlike a fully padded outer jacket, Clare combines insulated upper-body panels with flexible stretch fleece. The fleece sections allow the shoulders, arms and torso to move more naturally throughout the backswing and follow-through. This makes the hybrid construction particularly useful for golfers who need warmth but do not want bulky fabric interfering with their movement.

The soft, brushed-back fleece offers a comfortable feel throughout the round. Its stretch properties help the jacket adapt to natural movement and make it easy to wear over a golf polo or long-sleeve base layer. This versatility is valuable when temperatures change from the first tee to the final green.

The fleece has a water-resistant finish and provides wind resistance, making it practical for chilly mornings, damp conditions and occasional light showers. However, it should not be confused with a fully waterproof rain jacket designed for persistent heavy rainfall. In very wet weather, we recommend dedicated waterproof golf outerwear.

A two-way centre-front zip provides flexible fastening and easier temperature adjustment. The two zipped front pockets with brushed lining offer secure storage for small personal items and a comfortable place to warm the hands between shots. These are especially useful details for longer rounds in cooler weather.

The jacket features a decorative upper-front panel highlighting the hybrid design. Subtle PING branding on the right sleeve and inner zip guard provides a refined finish. The modern women's cut makes the garment suitable for the fairway, clubhouse, travel and casual everyday activities.

Part of the PING SensorWarm collection, Clare is designed with cool-weather thermal comfort in mind. Its 100% polyester construction combines performance practicality with a lightweight feel and the flexibility to be layered according to the conditions.

From our perspective, Clare is an excellent option for golfers who want more warmth than a basic thin fleece while retaining the comfort and mobility of a soft midlayer. The intelligent combination of core insulation and stretch fabric makes it especially useful for changeable weather and regular cool-season play.

Who we recommend this jacket for

• women golfers who regularly play during cooler spring and autumn days,
• players seeking fleece comfort combined with extra insulation,
• golfers who appreciate the Clo® Pluma synthetic insulation system,
• players who need freedom of movement throughout the golf swing,
• golfers looking for warmth, wind resistance and light-shower protection,
• players who value a two-way zip and secure pockets,
• golfers seeking functional outerwear suitable for the course and everyday use.

Who we would not recommend it to as a first choice

• players who require fully waterproof protection for heavy rain,
• golfers looking for an ultra-light uninsulated layer for hot weather,
• players needing a heavily padded coat for extreme cold,
• golfers who prefer uniform insulation throughout the garment,
• players who only require a basic uninsulated fleece.

Main benefits

• Clo® Pluma zoned insulation across upper front and back body,
• warm synthetic alternative to natural down,
• soft brushed-back stretch-fleece construction,
• water-resistant finish and wind-resistant performance,
• lightweight and breathable design for comfortable movement,
• two-way centre-front zip,
• two zipped front pockets with brushed lining,
• decorative upper-front panel and refined styling,
• PING SensorWarm performance collection,
• versatile on-course and off-course wear.

Disadvantages to consider

• water resistance is not equivalent to full waterproof protection,
• insulated panels may feel unnecessarily warm in mild weather,
• additional outer layers may be required in extreme cold,
• the zoned construction does not provide identical insulation everywhere,
• allow room for any extra base layers when selecting a size.

Our recommendation

We recommend the PING Clare Zoned Fleece Jacket to women golfers who want a comfortable, flexible fleece with thoughtfully positioned additional insulation. Its greatest strength is the combination of Clo® Pluma warmth around the upper body and soft stretch fleece that helps preserve natural movement during the swing.

For frequent heavy rain, a dedicated waterproof golf jacket is the better choice. For cooler and changeable conditions where warmth, comfort and swing freedom matter most, Clare is a highly practical premium option.

Technical specifications

• Type: women's zoned insulated golf fleece jacket
• Brand: PING
• Model: Clare Zoned Fleece Jacket
• Insulation: Clo® Pluma
• Insulation placement: upper front and back body panels
• Insulation type: synthetic down alternative
• Fabric: 100% polyester
• Construction: zoned insulation combined with stretch fleece
• Fleece: stretch fabric with a soft brushed back
• Performance properties: water resistance, wind resistance, warmth, stretch, lightweight comfort and breathability
• Closure: two-way centre-front zip
• Pockets: 2 zipped front pockets with brushed lining
• Design: decorative upper-front panel
• Branding: PING right-sleeve and inner-zip-guard logos
• Collection: PING SensorWarm
• Sizes: EU 34–48 / UK 6–20
• Use: golf, practice and casual wear in cooler conditions

PING Clare Zoned Fleece Jacket combines soft stretch-fleece comfort, strategically placed Clo® Pluma insulation and practical cool-weather protection in a versatile premium women's golf jacket.