Best Golf Shoes of 2022

[cgallery]

What is everyone's favorite shoe so far this year? Best style, comfort, and traction? A shoe with all 3?

[Warrick]

Have 2 new models released this year, True Ripstop and Puma Alphacat.

 

Puma more sturdy, full waterproof, perfect fit. True, so light and comfortable .

[pennywise2016]

Loving my new Underarmour Hovr drive 2

 

Very comfy, light and spiked

 

If you like a running shoe style these look good

[ws65]

@pennywise2016can you comment on the stability and traction of the Hovr Drive 2?

[Duffman57]

On 3/11/2022 at 1:15 AM, pennywise2016 said:

Loving my new Underarmour Hovr drive 2

 

Very comfy, light and spiked

 

If you like a running shoe style these look good

Yeah I'd be interested in this too. I'm in need of new shoes since I destroyed my Speith 4's and since I work at a under armour school I get 50% off all their stuff.

 

But I also just dropped money on the CodeChaos since the 2020 version got re-released, since I always loved the look of those.

Edited March 16, 2022 by Duffman57

[jordan2240]

 A Columbia 'trail' shoe.

[caniac6]

I tried on a pair of FootJoy Tour Alphas the other day, and they were very comfortable.

[Is Golf Fun or Work]

Y'all may not want to believe me, but I find Sqairz to be extremely comfy, supportive and waterproof.

[sleuth]

On 3/11/2022 at 12:15 AM, pennywise2016 said:

Loving my new Underarmour Hovr drive 2

 

Very comfy, light and spiked

 

If you like a running shoe style these look good

I don't know. I am the biggest super fan of the original HOVR Drive golf shoe and will tell anyone that is the best golf shoe I have ever worn. Comfort, stability, style... and Tom Brady has worn them on every 'The Match' event, c'mon. It appears TB12 is doing the same thing I am - wearing the shoes until they disintegrate.

 

I purchased the HOVR Drive 2 and I'm unsure what to think. First they were labeled as wide. Must have been an oops by someone because they are NOT wide. They are tight, the arch support is a bit much, and they fit/feel nothing like the HOVR Drive I adore. They both share the same mid and out sole so I don't get it. Maybe they just need time to break in and stretch.

[Avidswampthing66]

I really really love G4 Gallivanter.  They clean up easy, have a soft yet firm textured inner and boat loads of traction and are stylish. My only complaint besides the price is, they pick up leaves lol.  In the fall I was picking leaves from the sole every other hole!   I have some Adidas Adipure that are the most comfortable, but lack the traction in moist conditions.

Edited March 18, 2022 by Avidswampthing66

[scotty_2987]

33 minutes ago, sleuth said:

I don't know. I am the biggest super fan of the original HOVR Drive golf shoe and will tell anyone that is the best golf shoe I have ever worn. Comfort, stability, style... and Tom Brady has worn them on every 'The Match' event, c'mon. It appears TB12 is doing the same thing I am - wearing the shoes until they disintegrate.

 

I purchased the HOVR Drive 2 and I'm unsure what to think. First they were labeled as wide. Must have been an oops by someone because they are NOT wide. They are tight, the arch support is a bit much, and they fit/feel nothing like the HOVR Drive I adore. They both share the same mid and out sole so I don't get it. Maybe they just need time to break in and stretch.

I completely agree with you. I still have my original hovr drives that I will wear every now and then. They are one of, if not the best golf shoes I’ve ever had (and I’ve had a lot lol). I tried on the drive 2’s in wide like you and I couldn’t take them off fast enough. I was so disappointed in the comfort and fit. They definitely were not wide. I love the looks of them and I wanted to like them but I just couldn’t. 

[phil75070]

14 hours ago, Is Golf Fun or Work said:

Y'all may not want to believe me, but I find Sqairz to be extremely comfy, supportive and waterproof.

I really think the Sqairz shoes have improved my balance and increased my consistency, especially with the driver.

[Bsudgolf]

Sketchers elite 4 victory, Best golf shoe I've ever put on my feet! Very comfortable 

[myspinonit]

On 3/18/2022 at 5:14 AM, phil75070 said:

I really think the Sqairz shoes have improved my balance and increased my consistency, especially with the driver.

I bought a pair maybe a year and a half ago hoping they would work for my wide feet.  Nope, found them way too tight and didn't like the material. Sent them right back. 

 

XW shoes are hard to get in Canada.

 

The Ecco G3 Biom Spiked are very comfy and almost wide enough.   Same for the wide toe box in the H4 Biom spikeless that have very good traction.

 

I just ordered a pair of the FJ Tarlow in XW  in black and they have mostly really great reviews. Fingers crossed as if they are the unicorn for my Fred Flinstone's  I may break the piggy bank  for another pair for summer rotation.

 

 

Edited March 19, 2022 by myspinonit

[klbcec]

Very happy with my spiked footjoy premieres. Now have the pairs.

 

I prefer firm stable shoes with spikes for my swing, and these are comfortable enough to walk.

Edited March 19, 2022 by klbcec

[doctorjedi]

I am excited to try the new Nike Infinity Tour Next% and the FJ Tour Alpha.

[Esox]

Puma Ignite Caged. Best fit I have had in over 40 years of golf shoes. Best lateral support too.  First pair of Pumas.

 

 

[taoslcl]

Anyone try on the new UA Hovr Tour Spikeless? Also get a discount so am intrigued.
 

I have FJ hyper flex from last year and although very comfortable they are just not stable enough. Wondering if the UA tours feel a little more stable in the upper and sole? 

[averysdad]

Tried some Trues this year…awesome awesome shoes. Still love my Nike victory tour 2’s…but these Trues are one of the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever owned.

[N8dogg2669]

On 3/17/2022 at 4:51 PM, caniac6 said:

I tried on a pair of FootJoy Tour Alphas the other day, and they were very comfortable.

I thought those were supposed to be released last week? Still haven’t seen any locally and FJ website doesn’t have them but when I google them it looks like they are available? Might be UK or something. Very interested in trying those. I need another pair of solid shoes to walk in. 

[Feelingofgreatness]

On 3/17/2022 at 3:43 PM, jordan2240 said:

 A Columbia 'trail' shoe.

I thought  I was the only one!

[Shakester]

Cuater The Ringer.   I’ve had many shoes over the last few years.  Nike, Under Armour, FJ, Ecco and Adidas.   I first purchased a pair of Cuater Moneymakers and it instantly became my favorite pair.  Then the Ringer came out and I bought a pair and now that’s my favorite pair.  Super comfortable and like walking on pillows.   Stable as well and waterproof. 

Edited March 21, 2022 by Shakester

[caniac6]

10 hours ago, N8dogg2669 said:

I thought those were supposed to be released last week? Still haven’t seen any locally and FJ website doesn’t have them but when I google them it looks like they are available? Might be UK or something. Very interested in trying those. I need another pair of solid shoes to walk in. 

I called FJ, and they said they would be on the website last Friday, but I didn’t see them. I tried them on at Golf Galaxy, and was surprised to find them.

[DB30]

I’ll second on the G4 Gallivanter.  Their insole is really comfortable with the tiny raised sections of foam that massage the sole of your foot.   Initially thought I wouldn’t like it but now can’t give it up.  

[djfalcone]

Ordered a set of the G4 Gallivanter - really looking forward to checking those bad boys out. 

[eric61]

On 3/17/2022 at 11:28 PM, Avidswampthing66 said:

I really really love G4 Gallivanter.  They clean up easy, have a soft yet firm textured inner and boat loads of traction and are stylish. My only complaint besides the price is, they pick up leaves lol.  In the fall I was picking leaves from the sole every other hole!   I have some Adidas Adipure that are the most comfortable, but lack the traction in moist conditions.

 

6 hours ago, DB30 said:

I’ll second on the G4 Gallivanter.  Their insole is really comfortable with the tiny raised sections of foam that massage the sole of your foot.   Initially thought I wouldn’t like it but now can’t give it up.  

Do you guys walk or ride with the Gallivanters? I have a pair but haven’t walked 18 with them yet. Wondering how my feet would hold up.

[jordan2240]

19 hours ago, Feelingofgreatness said:

I thought  I was the only one!

Don't understand why more folks don't jump on that bandwagon.  You can get a waterproof trail shoe for much cheaper than a waterproof golf shoe, and it's way more versatile in that you don't feel you should only use if for golfing.  Never had an issue with slipping either.

[scotty_2987]

16 minutes ago, jordan2240 said:

Don't understand why more folks don't jump on that bandwagon.  You can get a waterproof trail shoe for much cheaper than a waterproof golf shoe, and it's way more versatile in that you don't feel you should only use if for golfing.  Never had an issue with slipping either.

I’ve worn these many times to play golf in. They are very comfortable and have plenty of grip. Great for walking in my opinion. 

[eric61]

2 hours ago, scotty_2987 said:

I’ve worn these many times to play golf in. They are very comfortable and have plenty of grip. Great for walking in my opinion. 

What’s the brand? Sorry for the dumb question, I’ve certainly seen the logo before but just can’t place it.

[scotty_2987]

21 minutes ago, eric61 said:

What’s the brand? Sorry for the dumb question, I’ve certainly seen the logo before but just can’t place it.

https://www.on-running.com/en-us/