Looking for my first spikeless shoes. Waterproof and lightweight. Recommendations??

[JermWRX]

I've always worn spikes. I'm gonna try going spikeless this year. Need to be waterproof and I'm looking for lightweight. I play a lot (100+ rounds a year) so I'm open to trying a couple different pairs. When I go to the range I practice barefoot. I've always been a barefoot guy ever since I was a kid. Definitely prefer playing barefoot, so any lightweight recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!

[MattM97]

Cuater MoneyMaker 

FJ Fuel Sport 

Puma Alphacat 

[NBowling11]

Started walking a ton this year.  I have approximately 50 golf shoes in my current rotation.  When it comes to walking, lightweight, waterproof and the most comfortable ever.....GFore 112's and thank me later. 

[rackemroller]

Ecco H4 and S3.

[Warrick]

True Lux Hybrid 

[DoughBack18]

FJ Pro SL’s. 

[Jdudley13]

10 hours ago, NBowling11 said:

Started walking a ton this year.  I have approximately 50 golf shoes in my current rotation.  When it comes to walking, lightweight, waterproof and the most comfortable ever.....GFore 112's and thank me later. 

People like you on this forum really help me feel better about my golf accessory buying problem, thank you for your service

[gr8blueheronbird]

18 hours ago, Warrick said:

True Lux Hybrid 

Yes.  These would be my pick as well!

[rgk5]

Ecco Biom. I have five pair and prefer them over my Puma, FJ and Adidas shoes.

[caniac6]

Been very happy with Ecco. Not exactly sure of the model, but it has Gore Tec.

[NBowling11]

12 hours ago, Jdudley13 said:

People like you on this forum really help me feel better about my golf accessory buying problem, thank you for your service

Having no kids really helps my problem, so I thank my wife lmao 

[ephmen]

New Balances are super comfy and some even look decent. Be warned: traction way worse w spikeless

[wundej]

Ecco has a lot of great waterproof options. I almost exclusively walk unless I’m tournaments or courses that have 5 minute rides between holes. 
 

They are probably heavier than other options, but the S Three, C4 and H4 are all great shoes. 

[CDLgolf]

FJ Fuel. Light weight and comfy. I have 3 pair. I used to wear Adidas but their shoes changed and are too narrow. The FJ's are much better for me.

[bunta]

On 1/6/2024 at 3:57 PM, CDLgolf said:

FJ Fuel. Light weight and comfy. I have 3 pair. I used to wear Adidas but their shoes changed and are too narrow. The FJ's are much better for me.

 

i feel like im wearing plastic shoes with those FJ Fuels.

[JermWRX]

Ordered Ecco Biom Hybrid last night🤞

[bluedot]

It is very tough to beat Ecco; you can take them out of the box and walk 18 holes Day One.  My personal preference now is the ASICS Gel Kayano because I walk 3 or 4 times a week, and they’re very waterproof.  If you  walk, I think Ecco, True, or one of the more “athletic” models (ASICS, NB, etc) would be good choices.  

[JermWRX]

1 minute ago, bluedot said:

It is very tough to beat Ecco; you can take them out of the box and walk 18 holes Day One.  My personal preference now is the ASICS Gel Kayano because I walk 3 or 4 times a week, and they’re very waterproof.  If you  walk, I think Ecco, True, or one of the more “athletic” models (ASICS, NB, etc) would be good choices.  

The Kayano was the other shoe I was looking at, besides the Ecco. Maybe I'll grab a pair of those, too. 

[bluedot]

43 minutes ago, JermWRX said:

The Kayano was the other shoe I was looking at, besides the Ecco. Maybe I'll grab a pair of those, too. 

Depending on your size, there are some great closeout deals out there on Kayanos now, with new models coming out this spring.  Ecco and ASICS are at least somewhat similar; both have a relatively wide toe box and are narrower at the heel.  

[JermWRX]

1 hour ago, bluedot said:

Depending on your size, there are some great closeout deals out there on Kayanos now, with new models coming out this spring.  Ecco and ASICS are at least somewhat similar; both have a relatively wide toe box and are narrower at the heel.  

Definitely scouring the close outs. I'm gonna grab a pair of Kayano. Ecco is running a buy 2 get 50% sale. I bought two pairs of Biom Hybrid Original for 65 bucks a pair. 

[jholz]

There are a ton of great deals on shoes out there these days. Top of the line models from nearly every manufacturer going for $149. 

 

As such, I feel like it's kind of like arguing who makes the best iron these days.

 

There are too many good options to say. 

[oagustib]

I would suggest FJ Fuel, totally waterproof, light and good for walking. 

[Long_Left]

I walk in Adidas CodeChaos 22s all the time, I haven't worn Eccos in several years but loved them when I had them. Neither of them is close to a barefoot feel though. Also, I play in the desert SW so I cannot speak to the quality of waterproofing. 

 

I buy Adidas because I know I can order my size and the shoe will fit like it was custom made for me, if you have a wider foot their BOA offerings seems to run a little wider. 

[bluedot]

For walkers, I think the last that the shoe is cut on is the biggest issue.  I can wear ASICS and Ecco because of the wide toe box; if I wear Nike or FJ, I’m crippled when I finish.  Adidas is somewhere in the middle.  

[Warrick]

Damn, True Lux Hybrid down to $143 with code: sentry24, celebrating Kirk’s win.

[chasingneil]

Agree on the codechaos.  Extremely lightweight, waterproof, and you can't beat adidas boost when it comes to comfort.  If there is a negative I do feel they don't breathe the best.

 

On 1/8/2024 at 8:16 AM, Long_Left said:

I walk in Adidas CodeChaos 22s all the time, I haven't worn Eccos in several years but loved them when I had them. Neither of them is close to a barefoot feel though. Also, I play in the desert SW so I cannot speak to the quality of waterproofing. 

 

I buy Adidas because I know I can order my size and the shoe will fit like it was custom made for me, if you have a wider foot their BOA offerings seems to run a little wider. 

 

[skaarsgard]

Since the OP mentions practicing barefoot, True Linkswear would be the best option as they are the closest to the ground (own a few pair myself) - I much prefer the OG styles for the wider foot.  I also wear many Eccos and would recommend them first for anyone getting away from spikes.   Comfort and longevity are second to none.

[JermWRX]

15 minutes ago, skaarsgard said:

Since the OP mentions practicing barefoot, True Linkswear would be the best option as they are the closest to the ground (own a few pair myself) - I much prefer the OG styles for the wider foot.  I also wear many Eccos and would recommend them first for anyone getting away from spikes.   Comfort and longevity are second to none.

I grew up barefoot. Lol. I go barefoot whenever I can. I looked at True but they're all ugly😂 Might still grab a pair though, as they do look very low profile.

[mprince]

I'm wearing True OG Tours after struggling to be comfortable in Foot joys the last couple years.  No complaints at all with the Trues.

[EdY]

I’ve had best success with Ecco. Can’t beat Goretex for waterproofness warranty and breathability. FJ’s (insides) wore out after 2 seasons and only a 2 year warranty on waterproof.