I used to sell shoes and what I learned is that breaking in shoes is not recommended. If a shoe does not fit well the first time, don't buy it. One trick we used to apply is to put the shoe in a shoe stretcher and open it a bit. Sometimes that works, but it also ran the danger of tearing the shoe if done to excess. My recommendation is always to buy a shoe that fits the first time, don't fall for the salesperson telling you that you can break them in, as you will suffer the consequences. Also, you can waterproof shoes with some cheap silicone spray that can be reapplied from time to time.
Bought those same Callaways recently, hard to find a decent priced size 15 waterproof shoe. Have yet to try them out this winter, but I'll probably use them for the year and go big next year as I get better
Used Footjoy for years and still have a pair of MyJoys. However, in the last year or two they have been crippling my extra wide feet - now wear Fitville Extra wide which are supremely comfortable. Downside is they'll last max two years but I play 3 games a week. two pairs for £86 and no more hobbling around after a game. Yes, the quality is not as good but comfort is more important to me these days
I bought a pair of the FootJoy dual boa for $249, very stable but very uncomfortable and painful after a few holes. I switched to Skechers which were half the price, stable and extremely comfortable
I play between 35 and 50 game of golf every year and to be honest both high quality with spikes and low budget spikeless shoes are done and dirty at the end of the year. So now i buy 3 or 4 different budget (Adidas,Nike..)pairs with different color to match my golf shorts, polos and caps! 😉✌🏌⛳
Between those two, I'd go with the cheaper. Waterproofing is not important for me because I live in a desert and I don't mind lacing up. As for what I currently wear, I have a pair of Asics that are as much walking shoe as golf shoe. They're very comfortable and that was the main selling point. What is your take on specialty shoes like Sqairz that claim to take tech to the next level?
Sounds like a great choice, particularly if traction when swinging isn't so much of a worry, something that is stable and comfortable to walk the distances is so important. We don't get so many speciality shoes over here in the UK outside of the big brands, companies like Sqairz aren't over here too much yet, but it's always interesting to see people testing new ideas and technology so it'll be fun to see how they develop and the research that comes from them.
I figure I'm not good enough yet to justify high price shoes. Got a pair of last year's Pumas on Amazon for a good discount and I think as I figure out what I want in a shoe I can sort it out later 😀
I have a pair of foot joy hyper flex boa shoes and a pair of cheapy black callaway Cheviot golf shoes, the footjoys cost me about £150 and are meant to be 100% waterproof which they are not so are now a summer shoe, the Callaway Cheviot cost me £55 from sports direct and are my winter shoe and are waterproof.
The FootJoy do have a full waterproof warranty for at least a year so if you're still within this you should definitely follow up with your retailer, but glad you've found a setup that works for you all-year-round!
Less so in the summer, and if you're just getting into golf, this is definitely something to consider as they're probably not such a priority. However, they are still designed to maximise performance in all conditions, with lateral support where it's needed more so than running shoes and a sole pattern designed for traction when rotating etc. Much like Astro turf trainers to play football, not essential for a bit of fun, but needed if you're taking it seriously
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I used to sell shoes and what I learned is that breaking in shoes is not recommended. If a shoe does not fit well the first time, don't buy it. One trick we used to apply is to put the shoe in a shoe stretcher and open it a bit. Sometimes that works, but it also ran the danger of tearing the shoe if done to excess. My recommendation is always to buy a shoe that fits the first time, don't fall for the salesperson telling you that you can break them in, as you will suffer the consequences. Also, you can waterproof shoes with some cheap silicone spray that can be reapplied from time to time.
I have both traditional style Footjoys for winter and light Skechers for summer and hot weather in general (Australia).
The best of both worlds, this is definitely the way to go if you can
Bought those same Callaways recently, hard to find a decent priced size 15 waterproof shoe. Have yet to try them out this winter, but I'll probably use them for the year and go big next year as I get better
Sounds like a good plan, they lend themselves better to summer golf anyway but hopefully they're all good for you!
Used Footjoy for years and still have a pair of MyJoys. However, in the last year or two they have been crippling my extra wide feet - now wear Fitville Extra wide which are supremely comfortable. Downside is they'll last max two years but I play 3 games a week. two pairs for £86 and no more hobbling around after a game. Yes, the quality is not as good but comfort is more important to me these days
I bought a pair of the FootJoy dual boa for $249, very stable but very uncomfortable and painful after a few holes.
I switched to Skechers which were half the price, stable and extremely comfortable
That's interesting, glad you've had some success with the Skechers though, when it comes to comfort, they really are second to none
Been playing in tennis shoes but I have slipped on damp ground so wondering how the budget shoes without cleats would work.
They'd definitely be a better option than tennis shoes, but are usually not quite as good as full cleats in the wet
I play between 35 and 50 game of golf every year and to be honest both high quality with spikes and low budget spikeless shoes are done and dirty at the end of the year.
So now i buy 3 or 4 different budget (Adidas,Nike..)pairs with different color to match my golf shorts, polos and caps! 😉✌🏌⛳
We love a matching outfit, automatically makes you a better golfer 😂
Between those two, I'd go with the cheaper. Waterproofing is not important for me because I live in a desert and I don't mind lacing up. As for what I currently wear, I have a pair of Asics that are as much walking shoe as golf shoe. They're very comfortable and that was the main selling point. What is your take on specialty shoes like Sqairz that claim to take tech to the next level?
Sounds like a great choice, particularly if traction when swinging isn't so much of a worry, something that is stable and comfortable to walk the distances is so important. We don't get so many speciality shoes over here in the UK outside of the big brands, companies like Sqairz aren't over here too much yet, but it's always interesting to see people testing new ideas and technology so it'll be fun to see how they develop and the research that comes from them.
I figure I'm not good enough yet to justify high price shoes. Got a pair of last year's Pumas on Amazon for a good discount and I think as I figure out what I want in a shoe I can sort it out later 😀
That's a great move, last years shoes can result in some great deals if you can find your size!
I have two pairs of Sketchers, one for summer and one for winter. Incredibly comfortable, did not need to be broken in. Not cheap, but perfect.
Sometimes you get what you pay for, they're a great option!
I wish new shoes didn’t need breaking in. Bought tour alpha footjoys and on the first round, given me a blister in both heels 😢
Very true, you do get some brands now offering "step in comfort", but in reality the really hard wearing shoes still need a bit of wearing in
Love the cheap FootJoy Flex - maybe $70. Comfortable and gives me enough grip.
Another great value option!
Treated myself to a pair of Eccos. 13 mths old and upper has split from sole.
Most comfortable shoes I've had.
£3/week they have cost.
Glad you've got on so well with them, they've got a 2-year waterproof warranty too so it may be worth following this up with your retailer!
I have a pair of foot joy hyper flex boa shoes and a pair of cheapy black callaway Cheviot golf shoes, the footjoys cost me about £150 and are meant to be 100% waterproof which they are not so are now a summer shoe, the Callaway Cheviot cost me £55 from sports direct and are my winter shoe and are waterproof.
The FootJoy do have a full waterproof warranty for at least a year so if you're still within this you should definitely follow up with your retailer, but glad you've found a setup that works for you all-year-round!
Question is do you really need golf shoes ? If they’re going spikesless like a running shoe than technically you need cleats on them if they help.
Less so in the summer, and if you're just getting into golf, this is definitely something to consider as they're probably not such a priority. However, they are still designed to maximise performance in all conditions, with lateral support where it's needed more so than running shoes and a sole pattern designed for traction when rotating etc. Much like Astro turf trainers to play football, not essential for a bit of fun, but needed if you're taking it seriously
I do not care for shoes (no matter the expense) which feature pointy toes. These are uncomfortable for me although they seem to be the standard.
They're both detailed to last 13 month's
I would play barefooted, if courses would let me. But, sadly, that usually isn’t an option. I want a shoe that is as minimalist as I can get.
Puma Faas foam +. They are like wearing nothing.
FJ all day long 👍