Shoes

[Lost Ball]

Generally speaking, are qolf shoes required over the warmer months or are runners usually an acceptable alternative?

When I played in the UK many courses insisted on shoes with spikes, presumably because the ground was always a bit soft even in summer. Wouldn't have thought the same applied over here in Adelaide as the ground is usually bone hard. Just wondering whether to buy a pair now in case I should need them at some stage.

Thanks

[AndyP]

It might depend if you need the grip with foot movement. I used to play in runners all of the time, but now tend towards hybrid type shoes. There are some courses that won't allow runners, but they are probably the more elite clubs.

[jimandr]

In my opinion, you need golf shoes in Australia because the ground is often very hard, and sport shoe soles don't provide the type of grip you need.

From a course maintenance point of view, clubs don't like rubber soled sport shoes because when you twist it burns the top of the grass within digging into the soil. When you dig in, it stirs up the soil and the grass will regrow, but if you just burn off the grass layer, regrowth doesn't happen.

I sometimes get lazy when I practice and don't bother putting on the golf shoes. The difference in the footmarks you leave is quite noticeable.

Whether clubs actually ban people with sport shoes, I don't know. I've never seen a sign to that effect.

[p4m]

Get some spikeless. Should do the same and just as comfortable.

Can get them from $60+ which is cheaper then most brand name runners anyway!!

[Lost Ball]

Thanks for the replies. What would be a recommended shoe towards the cheap end of the market? Don't fancy laying out lots of money for something I'd probably not wear that often.

[Daves]

Here are a few selections from local sellers. I haven't tried the current models, but Niblick seems to represent some value these days;

http://www.golfclearanceoutlet.com.au/golf-shoes/mens-shoes.html

http://www.golfbox.com.au/mens-golf-shoes.html

[p4m]

Plenty here

http://www.golfbox.com.au/golf-clearance-items.html

around $69 delivered. I have Lunar ascend and are perfect for wide foot.

Just on the sides they fold out a bit

Can't feel it however.

[virge666]

Just wear a nice pair of runners. Golf shoes are a hoax.

[mrbluu]

What if u don't have runners???

[Shortylook]

What if u don't have runners???
then steal some and your set mate :wink:

[damoocow]

Returned a pair of m project FJ spikeless today to my pro shop under the 30 day comfort guarantee. They were the most uncomfortable shoes of any type that I have ever worn. Will go back to spikes and wearing sports shoes some more.

[highballin]

Returned a pair of m project FJ spikeless today to my pro shop under the 30 day comfort guarantee. They were the most uncomfortable shoes of any type that I have ever worn. Will go back to spikes and wearing sports shoes some more.

I have a pair of FJ DryJoy Tours they are the most uncomfortable I have had so far. Worn them for 4 full rounds still hoping they will come good.

[thecollective]

Returned a pair of m project FJ spikeless today to my pro shop under the 30 day comfort guarantee. They were the most uncomfortable shoes of any type that I have ever worn. Will go back to spikes and wearing sports shoes some more.

damo: try the Ashworth Cardiff ADC - most comfortable golf shoes I have ever worn!

[backintheswing]

I am struggling with shoes at the moment on the hard ground. My Puma mesh lites just don't give enough ankle support and they have no heel support whatsoever. Tried my FJ contours with BOA yesterday and they felt like lead weights on my feet. Still had the sore heels as well.

What is the lightest shoe with best heel support?

[Peppas]

I have a pair of FJ DryJoy Tours they are the most uncomfortable I have had so far. Worn them for 4 full rounds still hoping they will come good.

I wore these when I came to SA... first round straight out of the box on the Sunday (day 2 of my 9 rounds in 10 days of golf) at Cabra in the rain and they were great. FJs have been the only shoes that I can wear straight out of the box with no issues... so in short, it's probably cos you're a lefty, sorry pal :)

[Peppas]

I am struggling with shoes at the moment on the hard ground. My Puma mesh lites just don't give enough ankle support and they have no heel support whatsoever. Tried my FJ contours with BOA yesterday and they felt like lead weights on my feet. Still had the sore heels as well.

What is the lightest shoe with best heel support?

Eccos?

[damoocow]

damo: try the Ashworth Cardiff ADC - most comfortable golf shoes I have ever worn!

Thanks,looked it up and don't like that style of upper but the 'spikes' look the goods - I think the main problem with the FJ's is that the 'spikes' are long and swivel/flex as you walk - the Ashworth ones seem closer to the ground- not sure what else my pro shop sells but will prob try a old school spiked pair of FJ's and see how they go...might have a new pair of shoes every month if they don't improve

[highballin]

I wore these when I came to SA... first round straight out of the box on the Sunday (day 2 of my 9 rounds in 10 days of golf) at Cabra in the rain and they were great. FJs have been the only shoes that I can wear straight out of the box with no issues... so in short, it's probably cos you're a lefty, sorry pal :)

Your shoes would be like your golf balls they are scared of you !

[coalesce]

I am struggling with shoes at the moment on the hard ground. My Puma mesh lites just don't give enough ankle support and they have no heel support whatsoever. Tried my FJ contours with BOA yesterday and they felt like lead weights on my feet. Still had the sore heels as well.

What is the lightest shoe with best heel support?

For support I pulled the insole out of my footjoys and put in orthotics instead. Most comfortable golf shoes ever and means you can pretty much get any you like

[backintheswing]

For support I pulled the insole out of my footjoys and put in orthotics instead. Most comfortable golf shoes ever and means you can pretty much get any you like

Yeah I tried that yesterday. Still no good.

[3Puttpete]

I am struggling with shoes at the moment on the hard ground. My Puma mesh lites just don't give enough ankle support and they have no heel support whatsoever. Tried my FJ contours with BOA yesterday and they felt like lead weights on my feet. Still had the sore heels as well.

What is the lightest shoe with best heel support?

Thinking of giving adidas crossflex another go for this reason

[benno_r]

Best shoes off the bat have been Crocs. Very soft under foot, excellent spikeless, but I have the waterproof model so a bit heavy. FJ Contour casuals have been close.

Best overall comfort but took a few rounds to wear in - FJ Sport.

[Peppas]

Your shoes would be like your golf balls they are scared of you !

Don't know if that solves your shoe problems!

[Daves]

Thinking of giving adidas crossflex another go for this reason

I have just bought a couple of pair of these cheap.

[3Puttpete]

I have just bought a couple of pair of these cheap.

Where from?

[Daves]

Where from?

http://www.ebay.com/usr/azdgolf?_trksid=p2060778.m2749.l2754

Bought a few Puma belts as well. Combined postage was pretty cheap.

[3Puttpete]

Cheers Dave

[wizard_of_oz]

Do yourselves a favor and try the Adidas Gripmore. There's a good reason why a few pros are using them like Kaymer, Furyk, Rose etc. They are grippy, wide in the front, look great and extremely comfortable.

[Lost Ball]

Thanks for all the input. I ended up buying a pair of brown and white Calloway XTT LT's through ebay US. Seem pretty comfy so far.