Remember when golf shoes were like work boots, and you wondered how many rounds it would take to break in a new pair? Back in 2012 the lightest entry in the Golf Digest Shoe Guide weighed more than 12 ounces. Many golfers switched to generic sports shoes as a more comfortable, light weight option.
This year, the lightest shoe weighs 25 percent less than that, and the vibe is much less uptight. Still, that weight shift isn’t without real athletic performance, neatly combining flexibility with stability. Casual no longer means noncompetitive. Here are some of the latest offerings in real golf shoes. It’s clear that manufacturers have understood the message. Our top choices may influence golfers to go back to shoes specifically designed for the game.
Adidas Mens AdiComfort 2
– Soft leather and lightweight synthetics for superior comfort, flexibility and durability
– FitFOAM polyurethane sock liner provides support, cushioning and comfort from heel to toe
– Soft textile lining and added foam surround the foot with extra comfort
– Softer EVA midsole foam for enhanced cushioning
– Wider base for more stability and comfort step  after step
– 2-year waterproof warranty
ASICS Mens GEL-AceÂ
– Leather
– Rubber sole
– P.H.F. (Personal Heel Fit): 2 layers of memory foam line the collar and mold to the athlete’s heel, creating a personalized fit
– Waterproof lining materials keep feet dry during inclement weather conditions
– Arch support sockliner is reinforced for added support and fatigue reduction
– Trusstic system reduces the weight of the sole unit while retaining the structural integrity of the shoe
ECCO Mens Street Premiere
– Leather
– Rubber sole
– Textile and microfiber lining
– Removable cambrelle covered insole
– Direct injected TPU outsole with molded traction bars
– A street inspired golf sneaker
Puma Mens Cell Fusion
– Waterproof full-grain leather to keep feet dry
– Two-toned PUMA Formstrip for stylish flair
– PUMA iCell cushioning in forefoot and heel for a comfortable ride
– PVC free
Nike Mens Air Range WP
– Synthetic
– Manmade sole
– Mesh and synthetic leather combination
– Visible Nike Air unit in heel.
– Full-length comfort sockliner and full-length Phylon midsole
– Nike Two-Year Limited Waterproof Warranty.
– Phylite and TPU Nike Power Platform outsole. Integrated Traction
Callaway Womens Half Lace
– Soft full-grain leather
– Soft full-grain leather with a flex comfort outsole
– Full-length cushioned footbed
– 6 New Chevron Comfort Spikes for superior traction
– Callaway Rainsport/Drysport waterproof technology
ASICS Womens GEL-Linksmaster
– Synthetic and mesh
– Rubber sole
– Keep comfortable round after round in this cushioned golf shoe
– Synthetic upper with medial-lateral support struts
– Waterproof upper coating keeps feet dry on wet courses
– Rearfoot GEL cushioning system absorbs impacts
– Compression-molded EVA midsole for cushioned comfort
