OT - Golf Shoe Suggestions
Seems like a slower time on the board, so thought I’d ask a question of all the fellow golfers out there...I’m in need of a new pair of golf shoes and have always had spikes. I see more and more people going to the spikeless shoes. What are y’all’s thoughts on spikes vs spikeless? Do you get the same grip? Are the spikeless more comfortable? Thinking of going to the spikeless, but worried mostly about grip and don’t want to be disappointed. Feel free to beg away if this is a bad topic
Are regular spikes really a thing or is this a repost from the late 90s?
I was referring to the replaceable spikes, not metal spikes if that’s what you’re getting at. Spikes maybe isn’t the right term for them, just going off what they’re labeled as on websites
Ecco hybrid.
One of the Biom hybrids or the s hybrid? Or is there another version? Those are all I’m seeing on their website, but they all look nice/comfortable
Yep. BIOM hybrids. I have the Hybrid 2s and have had them for 4 years. Still in great shape and I play 30+ rounds a year. Also the most comfy golf shoes I have ever worn.
Awesome, thanks for the suggestion, I’ll find a local store and check them out. Sole is about completely ripped off mine after this morning
I’d recommend Ecco as well. I own three pair. One is four years old and they still look great. I would find a place to try them on because their sizing is a little weird.
Will do, thanks for the feedback!!
Seconded. I have two pairs and love them
Shit, forgot to mention feel free to post suggestions on brands, I’ve mostly bought Nike in the past...
I’ve had footjoy mostly and they’re a good brand if you need a waterproof shoe but you trade a little flexibility and comfort for that feature. I kept my old pair for wet rounds
Last time around I spent a little extra and went with the Adidas tour 360 and it was worth it. Feels good on your feet and there was a noticeable difference at the end of the round. Feet weren’t as sore or stiff. Adidas usually does run a little thin so if you have slender feet they might be perfect
Thanks for the input. I’ve never had FJs, but like several of their styles. My Nikes now are waterproof and I play mostly mornings, so would probably prefer another pair of waterproof. The Adidas look really nice (both spike & spikless), but I’ve never really cared for the fit of Adidas. As you mentioned I’ve always found them tight, my feet are in the middle ground of not needing wide, but narrow is a little too tight.
I’ve got a pair of FJs that I’ve had since Moses was in middle school. Replaceable soft spikes. Very comfortable. Once I swapped out the laces they felt a whole lot better.
I have had Nike (most didn’t last long), but I prefer FootJoy. My last two pair (just bought a pair Friday) have been spike less.
I love my Tour 360's. Tried the new spike less shoes, didn't like them. Don't mind replacing spikes every few rounds.
Why do I have beg if yours is the post that sucks?
I have a few spikeless shoes but I never really like the grip performance during early morning or wet rounds. As a big guy with few extra lbs along with a long/flatter swing plane, grip is pretty important to me. Went back to spikes and haven’t had any slip issues since.
If you have wide feet, Nike Air Zoom Infinity Tours or Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 2 are very comfortable. I walk most of my rounds and alternate between the two.
Thanks for the feedback. Your issues with the spikeless are exactly what I’m worried about. I play mostly in the mornings in have been told I have a pretty ‘aggressive’ swing, so the grip really made me wonder...I’ve been looking at both of your suggestions along with the UA Hovr (don’t remember the which ones off the top of my head)
Clown shoes
I play quite a bit and have issues with spike shoes. I’ve tried almost all of the brands of spikeless out there. I like the Ecco, but can find them unforgiving if you walk. I recently tried the new Cole Hagan Zerogrands. Without question, the most comfortable shoes I have worn and great grip.
Thanks for the suggestion, those look really comfortable. I’ll have to find a local place that has them and give them a try.
I like to just let my toenails grow out nice and long like and go barefoot and DIG IN. 'Cause I'm a MAN...I'm FIFTY...and the shoes (or lack thereof) have no discernible impact on my game...plus, no one ever wants to ride in my cart, which is nice.
And the goose shit feels nice between your toes
I have air max 1’s, Jordan 11’s, Jordan 5’s and air max 97 golf shoes. The Jordan 11’s are amazing shoes.
The Jordan’s look great, but all I’ve found are a little more than I’d like to spend ($200+). I’ve been eyeing the air max 90 Gs, but not sure about the spikeless aspect. I really wish I could go play a round in the spikeless and then return them if I don’t like them, but that ain’t gonna happen. Thanks for the input!
The Jordan’s all have the replaceable spikes. The air Max’s are tread grip. I prefer the 11’s because they are a bit more snug
Am I just seeing ridiculous ad prices or something on the 11s? A quick google search was showing a bunch of results north (some well north) of $200. They look great, but I don’t play enough to warrant dropping that kind of cash on shoes unfortunately
I got mine at retail which unfortunately no longer exist. So you’ll pay well north of retail for the J’s
FootJoy DryJoys Tour. Waterproof, great style and comfortable. I just got the all white with black saddle in alligator print. This is a great shoe if you dress in long pants. Not a shoe I would recommend for shorts.
Those look really sharp. Unfortunately I usually wear shorts unless it’s really cold (in which case I typically just don’t go) so probably not the best option. But I appreciate the input!
Buy them a size and a half too big. Because they'll shrink over the years.
Go barefoot.
Ben Mason approves.
Normally Footjoy, been looking at the G/Fore collection.
The adidas are super comfortable, seem to wear well, and I never had a problem with wetness soaking through. Plus, they look kind of badass.
I’ve been wearing the FootJoy Pro SL the last couple of years. They are really comfortable and light. Today I wore the new Jordan ADG 3 and they were very similar to the Pro SL. Never have had issues with spikeless, play in mostly northeast Oklahoma area where we get a lot of rain.
Anything New Balance.
I second the New Balance, immensely comfortable (and indeed balanced), and at least a few years ago good quality.
I was hesitant as well to go spikeless, but The best golf shoes I've ever had are my spikeless FootJoys w/ the dial fit/no laces. Comfortable and all the grip you need.
Adidas makes great golf shoes as well, but not enough dial fits.
I am a big Nike fan, but their golf shoes suck.
Go footjoy
I really like the Nikes I have now, they’ve lasted a few years for me, would buy again if I could find them...Several people have suggested FJ, will definitely check them out. Have you had any issues with the no lace system failing, or is that likely over time? Can you get new pieces if it does?
No issues at all w/ the dial/no shoe strings.
Great because I do not have to worry about lacing or washing them after getting wet/dirty..
I hope to never go back to laces actually.
I use a pair of Adidas Powerband Boa spikes. Not that opinionated on spike vs spikeless, but would definitely recommend a brand with the Boa laces/closure (Footjoy has them also, not sure what others do).
I’ve been looking at those Adidas shoes online, they look really nice. I guess I’d be a little leery of what happens when/if the dial breaks or the string breaks? I know the chances are probably slim, but could you replace these pieces? Also can’t find anywhere online that has them in stock in colors other than all black or all white in my size...
foot joy free style.
i went back and got a second pair. so nice i bought them twice. big fan.
Picked up a pair of Footjoy Superlite XP’s to try out spikeless. I’m a big guy with a fast swing speed, and I’ve been impressed thus far. I will still use some of my traditional shoes at certain times, but these were really comfortable and waterproof to boot!
FootJoy Pro SL Carbon. Love them.
Gfore mg4+. Was very skeptical but far and away the best walking shoe I’ve worn.
Had some Nike spikeless and at first they were amazing. Super comfortable and grip was good. But they only really lasted me one season. My theory is that the spike less are very susceptible to wear on the paths and in the parking lot.
So now I use the under armour with gore Tex for what proofing.
I have never worn spikeless. Currently have 3 different pairs of Footjoy Contours. One is the MyJoy U of M model. Get lots of compliments when I wear them. Also have 2 pair of Adidas which I really like. Hope you find something you like ??️
Historically Footjoy sit pretty low in the heel with reeks havoc with my plantar fasciitis. The last pair I had was better. I've had good Eccos as well and been happy. I've never gone spikeless other than a few rounds with regular shoes when it was dry and honestly that is fine for my game.
If you want something a little different, look up Duca Del Cosma. Some cool styles (not exactly “classic,” but also not childish).