2 MIN READ

July 13, 2025

TravisMathew Made My First American Century Championship Trip Feel Like an Annual Tradition

Between the course, the city, and the fit checks, this week proved why the brand keeps showing up in and beyond golf.

Raymond Williams

Some trips just hit different.

This past week, I spent a few days with TravisMathew during the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe. A first for me at Edgewood, and definitely not the last. The course was unreal. The vibes were perfect. It’s one of the brand’s biggest sponsored events of the year, and they show up big for a reason.

From the start, it felt like more than just a golf event. It was a full-on playcation. Beautiful weather. Great food. Competitive energy with just the right amount of chaos. And TravisMathew made it all feel like home base.

I also had a chance to catch up with Ryan Ellis, the brand’s CEO, who has been with TravisMathew for 18 years. It’s wild to see how far the brand has come—from a small SoCal golf label to a core part of the modern golf style conversation. And it happened naturally. A lot of that growth comes down to two things Ryan has focused on for years—material and quality.

Now owned by Callaway, TravisMathew still carries that easy Southern California charm into everything they do. It’s polished without being precious. Sporty without being stuck in performance mode. Just versatile, wearable gear that gets better the more you live in it.

This week, I had the chance to pick a few pieces from the brand’s apparel and footwear lineup. I wore them through everything—walking every hole at Edgewood, dinners after the rounds, taking jump shots with friends, and even early morning walks through town before each tee time.

What stood out? These are the kind of pieces you reach for without overthinking. Lightweight polos, sharp quarter-zips, everyday-ready shorts, and clean staples like the Nuage shoe and Sport Mode hoodie. It all just worked.

This collection below is a reflection of that experience—a mix of pieces that make style feel effortless both on and off the course. Clean lines, great fit, zero fuss.

*In Partnership with TravisMathew*

Wanderlust Quarter-Zip

Lightweight, stretchy, and ridiculously comfortable—this is the kind of layer that somehow looks sharp on the course and still feels like a travel-day essential.

$140

BUY NOW

The Heater Polo

Breathable, versatile, and ready for anything—this polo keeps things cool whether you're going low or just headed to lunch.

$95

BUY NOW

The Nuage

Think of these as your go-anywhere golf sneakers—sleek enough for the clubhouse, but built to handle your full swing.

$150

BUY NOW

Local Favorite Bucket Hat

A clean, classic bucket hat that actually fits right—and somehow makes you look cooler without even trying.

$45

BUY NOW

Passport Snapback Hat

Sharp logo, all-black vibe, and that just-right structure—this one’s an easy yes for everyday wear.

$40

BUY NOW

Sport Mode Hoodie

Comfy enough for the couch, clean enough for post-round drinks—this hoodie stays in the starting rotation year-round.

$130

BUY NOW

Coin Toss Quarter-Zip Hoodie

Part hoodie, part quarter-zip, all style. This one’s built for those “might need a layer” kind of days.

$135

BUY NOW

Featherweight Long Sleeve Polo

So light you’ll forget you’re wearing sleeves—but you’ll still look like you’ve got your outfit dialed.

$100

BUY NOW

Wanderlust Short 9"

Clean lines, stretch fabric, and a fit that flatters—these are the kind of shorts that somehow work for golf and travel days alike.

$100

BUY NOW

StretchKnit Short 8"

Soft like your favorite sweats, styled like performance shorts—these are an 8-inch win whether you’re teeing off or kicking back.

$90

BUY NOW

JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER

Get our top stories in your inbox, including the latest drops in style, the need-to-know news in pro golf, and the latest episodes of Skratch’s original series.