Golf shoes

big_drive

Just wondering what brands people are finding most reliable at moment. I want to buy 2 pairs for year ahead. Firstly a waterproof pair as it looks like we'll have plenty more rain in coming weeks. Secondly a more summer type pair for when we hopefully hit some good weather, spikeless but water resistant will do for early morning dew etc in summer months.

Haven't bought since before Covid, current pair are Skechers which I have found comfortable

Have heard good few mentions that Adidas and Nike quality has really gone downhill with golf shoes.

Under Armour and Footjoy are probably the other obvious ones.

Any recommendations?

paulos53

I purchased a pair of Adidas ZG23 in early December. No issue with the quality after 3 month of using them in wet and muddy conditions.

I also find Ecco to be a great golf shoe but more expensive than most other brands.

bakerbhoy

Can 2nd the Adidas ZG23. Very good shoe at a decent price.

Decathlon have a summer waterproof. Their own shoe which is excellent value.

The Ecco top line Biom G5 Gortex failed miserably after 3 months.

Sketchers go golf spikeless is also a great shoe .

Fj are over priced for what they deliver. Very disappointed with any models I have ever had.

blue note

I deviated from footjoy twice to try nike and callaway and came limping back both times. Footjoy fit my feet and keep the water out. The other two weren't as good for comfort and started falling apart in no time.

hurikane

Generally play once a week. I’d rarely get more than 6 months out of a golf shoe before they leak. Got a pair of puma shoes this time last year, still going strong and very comfortable.

lot of lads say the air blower for cleaning shoes contributes greatly to them letting in water.

spacecoyote

Adidas CodeChaos 22 are fantastic shoes. Super comfortable, great waterproofing, and twice voted most stable spikeless shoe by the MyGolfSpy guys.

They're also a couple of years old as a model so good value can be found for them. I've been wearing them all winter without issue. They can be a bit funky in terms of colour and style, so maybe not to everyone's taste.

Looking for a summer shoe, depending on your taste and budget I love the G/Fore stuff.

The traditional looking shoe, the Gallivanter is full leather, so perfect in terms of summer rain. They usually sell a standard and wide fit option. The grips on the base are not great for winter golf, but fine in summer conditions.

They've recently released a new style, the Gallivan2r, which is a mix of their traditional look with a more sporty style shoe, which I'm very tempted by, but not sure I can justify the spend on another new pair of shoes 😁

IrishOwl...

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058338909/golf-shoes

I use the Footjoy premier series for my winter wear, on the expensive side but by far the most comfortable and waterproof shoes I've had! I've yet to have even a slightly damp sock and they have seen some conditions the last few months...I've tried both Adidas and Under Armour before, but they didn't cut the mustard in the long run for me.

Ill wear anything that's comfortable during the dry, firm summer months, but I've a pair of Nike Low Golf Jordon's if its anyway wet. They're leather and would have a bit more grip than my regular runner if there's some due on the ground. Also they're extremely comfortable.

S_D

https://www.nike.com/ie/t/air-zoom-infinity-tour-golf-shoes-RXM8XJ/DC5221-041 I bought 2 pairs, one black and one white for winter / summer. waterproof and comfortable, couldnt fault them at all. best part is....2 year warranty with all nike shoes. Cant explain how thats worth its weight in gold and the return process is so simple. Have actually purchased a lot of running shoes over the years and even over the 2 year mark if the air zoom bubble bursts, or any defects appear, they are refunded without hesitation or questions.

Dtoffee

I am awaiting delivery of these https://www.county-golf.co.uk/mens-footwear/product/under-armour-charged-phantom-sl-golf-shoes-g015/colour/HBB

I got the UA Hovr waterproof ones last year and they did the job really well all through the winter, so I'm adding these one's for our two weeks of summer (whenever that arrives).

Russman

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058338909/golf-shoes

I'm a fairly recent convert to Skechers and find them unbelievably comfortable. I wore their top end shoe all last year and never a hint of water getting through despite the wet summer/autumn. Haven't played since Halloween so can't comment on hard core winter use. You can usually find previous year models on very good discounts on the likes of McGuirks or even Skechers own website.

bobster453

I use Footjoy Stormwalker winter boots.Brilliant.

Mind you i clean them and use goose fat dubbing on them every 2 weeks.

Its all about the aftercare and will last for years.

coillcam

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058338909/golf-shoes

Another +1 here for FootJoy. I've two pairs of Hyperflex Boa and love the comfortable fit.

Whatever you do, try your new shoes on in person unless you are 100% certain of the fit/model. The Hyperflex is bigger by half to a full size depending on what you're normally used to in trainers. I went down 1/2 size because of this and might have got away with a full size down.

TheRoomWrecker

another +1 for Footjoy, I went to them after having wet feet in Nikes to often, have premiere series and traditions pairs that I rotate.

so comfortable, waterproof and last so well.

big_drive

Thanks lads. I've actually gone for Skechers again. Sports Direct have a few great offers online at moment so stuck with them. Decent offers on other brands too for anyone looking. I stayed with the Skechers as I know their fit suits me and when buying online I didn't want to take a chance with other brands

plumber77

I love my skechers. Don't last very long in comparison to other brands but they are very comfy and fit well.

finglashoop

I picked up two pair of puma golf shoes

On sale and flagged on a thread on this forum or possibly bargain alerts

Comfortable and waterproof .i cant find the thread now but value for money definitely. Ill be going back to puma again.

celtic_oz

for the adventurous !!

https://www.temu.com/ie/mens-solid-non-slip-golf-shoes-with-rotating-buckle-professional-shock-absorption-waterproof-lace-up-sports-sneakers-perfect-for-better-performance-g-601099527068077.html

report back for the rest of us please.. 😉

big_drive

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121859717#Comment_121859717

They actually don't look too bad

oleard1987

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121851299#Comment_121851299

+1 for UA -I got a pair of Under Armour Men's Medal RST Waterproof Spiked Golf Shoes from American golf -On sale as well -Very comfortable and feet were bone dry after 13 holes Sat and Sun morning 

Previously was a Nike man but last pair tore the heels off me and cracked a lot around the sides and soaked my feet .

billy3sheets

I like Skechers in general shoes but I've had mixed experiences with their golf shoes. Had to return a pair a couple of years ago as almost the coating came off them. Pair I bought in USA last September have now split along a seam and are leaking. I have had some good ones too though. Seems to very with the design.

I've had Pumas too which were good quality but the size is slightly too large for me and my heel got shredded unless I wore 2 pairs of socks.

Never had a pair that were waterproof for longer than 1 year.

Mantis Toboggan

Just make sure to get a warranty with them I'd a pair of sketchers that leaked after 10 months and they sent me out a brand new pair, new one's have been flawless.

Wombatman

Under Armour shoes are the way to go.

bmay529

I play a fair bit of golf and have always bought Footjoy. Usually, I have had to replace them after about a year, always outside the warranty. A few years ago I noticed a friend wearing golf shoes he said were several years old. He said he uses "Celtic Leather Care", a sort of cream, regularly on his shoes that softens and protects the leather. I started to use it every few weeks and can see it has greatly extended the life of my leather golf shoes.

I currently have black Footjoy Premier shoes for winter wear and a pair of Footjoy Pro SL and Traditions for summer wear.

I always buy a wide fitting, When I purchased the Premier shoes I decided to go for half size larger than I normally would, allowing for thicker socks in winter, and first wore them for 9 holes to "break them in". To my surprise I had one beauty of a heal blister after the 9 holes... maybe it was the half size larger!! ... but I have to say once "broken-in" they are very comfortable. I wore them through winter (two years ago) and they were fully waterproof and very comfortable, then put them away for the summer. Towards the end of summer I took them out on a very wet day and they let in water. I found the sole had separated from the upper (I have had this several times over the years with Footjoy which has meant putting them in the bin). As they were otherwise in good condition I brought them back to McGuirkes who didn't want to know as they by then had passed 1 year even though I had only used them for maybe 6 months. I brought them to my shoe repairer who re-glued the sole (€15) and they have been perfect and waterproof through this past winter.

I have used the Pro SL's for two summers and hope to take the out again soon if the weather ever improves!! The Traditions are unused yet.

I noticed mention here that use of the high pressure shoe cleaners may damage golf shoes. McGuires suggested this may be a cause of my leakage above but I was inclined to disbelieve it. Does anyone have any more information on this?

Russman

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121877685#Comment_121877685

I used to always gravitate back to Footjoy up until a couple of years ago. I've found that (purely IMO) the quality of their shoes seemed to go downhill a bit recently. By that I mean, forever and a day up to a few years ago the old "DryJoys in the winter and Aqualites in the summer" combination was bulletproof, but personally I think that the models that replaced them don't have the same quality or feel very flimsy compared to the older stuff. It feels like you have to go "up" an extra model or two in their range to get the same feel/stability as previously.

awec

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121849694#Comment_121849694

Which CodeChaos do you have @spacecoyote ? I was looking a pair of these in my pro shop today, it was the model with the twisty dial and the zip at the front rather than laces, I think these ones are waterproof?

If it's these ones, are they wearable in summer?

blackwhite

I picked up some Skechers a couple of years ago, and have had 4 different pairs now and always find them excellent.

I got caught out last autumn leaving the shoes at home when on a weekend away in Waterford. Only option in stock at McGuirks in my shoe size were Callaways, which I'd never really considered as a option for shoes before.

Have found them to be excellent, very comfortable and no issues with water getting into them. Would definitely recommend.

https://www.mcguirksgolf.com/p/callaway-gents-chev-ls-shoes-black---grey/p-m596324calgentschevlsshoesblackgrey

spacecoyote

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121892101#Comment_121892101

These are the ones, boa and the zip alright.

Got a great deal on them at the time in mcguirks. There was 40% off and that 10% bonus code was still working.

They're waterproof and super comfortable. Grips are great for a spineless too.

Would be perfect in summer too

boccy23

Anyone know of a stockist of Asics Kayano Ace here in Ireland? Available in the US but don't seem to be over here.

https://www.asics.com/us/en-us/gel-kayano-ace-2/p/ANA_1111A243-100.html

higster

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121893446#Comment_121893446

Got a pair of these today. Only used them at range but by Jazus they are comfy and seem to have enough grip for me. Not 100% sure on soggy ground yet though.

spacecoyote

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121919410#Comment_121919410

I've worn them all winter on a soft parkland course and they've been perfect so far

El Guapo!

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121893446#Comment_121893446

Just ordered a pair of these off the back of your recommendation.

They seem to be €170 everywhere but got them for €111 from McGuirks in their Masters sale. Pity the 10% code doesn't work anymore too but still seems decent enough in comparison to everywhere else.

Need something a bit more comfortable. Currently using the FootJoy eComfort and they're fine but after 18 holes they do start to hurt. Looking forward to trying these. 👍🏻

awec

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122019600#Comment_122019600

I ordered the exact same ones, 111 too.

Still sitting in the boot of the car, haven’t been brave enough to wear them yet! But I think we’re very close to being dry enough to not have to wear the winter shoes.

El Guapo!

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122019979#Comment_122019979

Hopefully so!

They're not normally the style I'd go for but I reckon they'll grow on me. And I'll like them even more when they shave a few shots off my hcp. Surely it's been a footwear problem this whole time right?!

spacecoyote

I've been wearing them all winter, in terrible weather. They're waterproof and I've had no issues with them

awec

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122020542#Comment_122020542

do they clean ok?

I’m less worried about wet feet, more worried about them never being white again.

spacecoyote

If you clean them with baby wipes or something like that after each round they'll come up grand.

I guess I'm not fussy enough, mine are in need of a clean 😁

blackwhite

I got one of these for my rugby boots a year or two ago, and find they work very well for the golf shoes as well. Few drops of the cleaning detergent and warm water

https://bootbuddy.com/collections/all-boot-buddy-products?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=17657955079&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwoPOwBhAeEiwAJuXRh55WYIZOQJadoDJJlqtnP34kYCLXAaKU6JX-TIYFjIubH8ua-D_QpRoCcpQQAvD_BwE

Kevinmarkham

It is a bit late in the day to be joining the conversation when the OP has already bought Skechers shoes… but that is not a brand I will ever touch again! The last two pairs I have purchased have not been fit for purpose. Spending €120 on a pair of waterproof shoes only to find your feet soaked after three rounds of golf is not an impressive performance from such a popular brand.

Never mind that when I returned the shoes there were three other identical pairs behind the counter that were pointed out to me as being returned for exactly the same reason. That’s a big fail in my opinion.

Really useful to get all the other recommendations

OP, best of luck with the shoes and let us know how they work out.

JVince

decent selection on M&M direct https://www.mandmdirect.ie/02/fts/?search=golf+shoes

Particularly like this one 😁 https://www.mandmdirect.ie/01/details/AD36360/adidas-Mens-Adicross-Hi-Boost-Waterproof-Golf-Shoes-Clay-Strata-Bold-Gold-Carbon

El Guapo!

I wore them today for the first time. I was a bit weary as it was raining heavily for the whole round but they held up nicely. No issues with grip and they are extremely comfortable too. They did get manky on the fabric part as I ended up in thick mud a few times. It was probably a mistake wearing them in those conditions if I wanted to keep them pristine but a bit of a scrub when I got home and they seem to be fine.

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122020649#Comment_122020649

oleard1987

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121865807#Comment_121865807

What I feared has come to fruition. UA flawless for the 1st 6 rounds and played in Saturday and feet were soaked

Walked through maybe a small few lingering puddles searching for balls and could feel the feet straight away

When I finished the round I checked the shoes and they have cracked along the side

On the lookout again 🫣

con___manx1

Sketchers are the most comfortable and my waterproof shoes have not leaked in last 8 months. Mine were not to expensive 80 euro.

IHateNewShoes

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122051689#Comment_122051689

I returned a pair to american golf after around 9 months for this issue and there was no issuing getting a refund just so you are aware.

oleard1987

Returned without the box and no hassle at all. Spoke to the shop assistant for a while and I had picked a pair of FootJoy Men's Pro SL Sport and he advised me not to get them due to a few issues

He then had me try on a cheaper pair of UA HOVR Drive Waterproof Spikeless and said he used them himself and never had any issues .Said I'd take the chance with the 1 year warranty

€30 cheaper than the footjoys so presume he wasn't trying to sell me a dud pair

TheDoc

Yeah the Hover shoes are lovely. I bought a pair of SL phantoms last summer and they have been the comfiest shoe ever. They aren’t fully waterproof though but they are a summer shoe. Seeing them going for 50-60 euro lately when I paid 160 haha.

Those adidas shoes in the thread look interested but I always find their gold shoes a narrow fit

benny79

I said this on one of the other threads but you cant beat the under armour shoes imo! I usually go for the ones around €110/100

CowboyTed

Lads,

I have bought huge amount of Golf Shoes over the years…

For Quality it is hard to beat Ecco… A previous year model can be picked up usually a lot cheaper on line, So a 200 euro set you could pick up for 120 euro or less…

The new spikeless are so good I wore them all winter and no difference in grip from spikes.

Footjoy are great but just don't last as long as Ecco… The old hyperflexs were the most comforaable shoe out of the box but I would have bits made out of them ina season… Gone thru a fair few of them

Adidas not generally as comfortable in comparision but the are astrudy show especially the 360.

My general view is to have two pairs..

One for Dry or Hotter days. These are breathable and not waterproof. It can be your more sneaker type.

One for Wet and cold days. Way less breathable but waterproof. These could be more shoe like….

Sweat from your feet can destroy the more non breathable shoe in a season…

Summer Shoe - https://www.clubhousegolf.co.uk/acatalog/Ecco-Core-Golf-Shoes-Ombre-Sand.html#SID=2132

Winter Shoe - https://www.clubhousegolf.co.uk/acatalog/Ecco-Biom-H4-Golf-Shoes-Concrete.html#SID=2132

I get sore soles after 18 holes on hard ground unless I have the right shoe.