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Golf Shoes – Comfort, Support, Traction, and Style By ED TRAVIS he shoes we wear are critical to enjoying a round of golf. They need to provide comfort, support, and traction but there’s no reason why they can’t look good at the same time and with a touch of style too. Here are some of the latest models on the market we like and think you will as well.
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Adidas ZG21 Here’s a lightweight cleated shoe with a stylish low profile and waterproof upper of Adidas’ Sprintskin synthetic that has 20% of the pieces made from at least 50% recycled materials. The midsole is lightweight and with the laced closure provides lots of rotational support. Another significant feature is the six-cleat Thintech outsole made of thermoplastic polyurethane. Four color combinations are available at $179.99 pair. ASICS Gel-Course ACE Asics through Srixon Golf offers golf shoes for men and women featuring lightweight flexibility and lots of comfort with gel padding in the heel and foam in the midsole. The upper is waterproof and the outsole has a molded spike pattern that provides traction no matter the course conditions. Women’s color choices: glacier grey/pink cameo or white/pure silver. Men’s colors white, white/pure silver or graphite grey. $149.99.
Duca del Cosma Esti This stylish lady’s shoe is fun with a bit of whimsy from the dotted print upper to the “love” strap and tee to the big number “4”. Crafted from Nappa leather comfort and support are built in with a breathable bootie and leather covered memory foam insole. Duca’s logo typed outsole provides enough traction for even the most vigorous swings. Choose from white/red and aqua/white color combinations. $219
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Cuater The Moneymaker Cuater is the TravisMathew shoe brand, and we really like their models. The spikeless Moneymaker has “SweetSpot Cushioning,” a layered design to give support and comfort for even the longest rounds. They are waterproof of course and there’s an ultralight foam midsole. $159.95 per pair and they offer a choice of five colors: Black, Heather Mood Indigo, Heather Microchip and Heather Grey Pinstripe.
Ecco BIOM Hybrid 4 This update of the Hybrid 3 has a new outsole design with extraordinary support for a consistent grip of the turf and Ecco’s popular BIOM anatomical-last technology. The shoe is made from full grain leather, the waterproofing is 100% Gore-Tex and the Ortholite insole may be removed for washing. Stability is enhanced by the sole unit being linked to the laces. Choice of Silver/Gray, White or Black. $199.99 per pair.
