NIKE FI Impact Golf Shoes

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Here's my beef... This pair of shoes with a different sole... 70.00....

Just not for me... Probably super comfy... Super light... Probably a great shoe... Just a touch overpriced for what you get
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Isn't that all Nike apparel, though? Have you heard about that recent strike at the Nike factory in Cambodia? Those women make something like $50 per MONTH. And then we pay hundreds for a pair of shoes to wear on the golf course which costs us hundreds more. But yes, I agree. $130 is a bit steep..

[jptruck]

I've had the air rates and air ranges in the past. I'll probably get a pair of these, but I wish they had a few spikes on them like the rates/ranges.

Regarding waterproofing: I don't wear shoes like this on wet days or early in the morning. Your feet will get wet. The upside is they don't retain moisture, either. Considering most of you sweat heavily into your shoes, these are probably drier than your normal pair. If they are all mesh, they are the perfect desert or hot summer shoe.

[Golfer2334]

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[quote name='Directvtechguy' timestamp='1370971802' post='7214806']
Here's my beef... This pair of shoes with a different sole... 70.00....

Just not for me... Probably super comfy... Super light... Probably a great shoe... Just a touch overpriced for what you get
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Isn't that all Nike apparel, though? Have you heard about that recent strike at the Nike factory in Cambodia? Those women make something like $50 per MONTH. And then we pay hundreds for a pair of shoes to wear on the golf course which costs us hundreds more. But yes, I agree. $130 is a bit steep..
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Im sure $50 bucks in Cambodia goes a whole lot further there than $130 here in the US.

[xxio]

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[quote name='Directvtechguy' timestamp='1370971802' post='7214806']
Here's my beef... This pair of shoes with a different sole... 70.00....

Just not for me... Probably super comfy... Super light... Probably a great shoe... Just a touch overpriced for what you get
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Isn't that all Nike apparel, though? Have you heard about that recent strike at the Nike factory in Cambodia? Those women make something like $50 per MONTH. And then we pay hundreds for a pair of shoes to wear on the golf course which costs us hundreds more. But yes, I agree. $130 is a bit steep..
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Im sure $50 bucks in Cambodia goes a whole lot further there than $130 here in the US.
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So you can live on $130 a month?

[Locked]

That sole looks like it would be a nightmare on wet grass... maybe its just me but I need a little bit of grip if its wet. Not bad looking though.

[amateur pro]

[quote name='Directvtechguy' timestamp='1370971802' post='7214806']
Here's my beef... This pair of shoes with a different sole... 70.00....

Just not for me... Probably super comfy... Super light... Probably a great shoe... Just a touch overpriced for what you get
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Which free's are $70? Most are $100 when they come out. They go on sale, but new releases are $100 for the mainstream...

[SkeeterTX]

I currently wear the Lunar Swingtips and have had no issues regarding slipping. I love the Nike Free sneakers and will give these a try. Decent color options as well.

[JoeSchu]

These will almost certainly knock the crappy Adidas Crossflex's out of my locker. The Adidas are comfy as hell, but in white, they look like garbage after a single round. I wear Nike Free away from the course, but didn't feel like sinking the bucks into the TW's. If these are an affordable alternative - bye bye Crossflex, hello FI.

[drn92]

For those of you hoping that this is a lower drop shoe, unfortunately it has 12mm of drop like most nike running shoes. I'd really like to try these, but the Pumas and other zero drop shoes have spoiled me, so these will be a no-go.

Drn92

[shootstill]

I just came across these when in search of something unrelated. This looks like a great summer shoe, especially for the range & casual rounds! I wear my Free's as a daily shoe - looking forward to picking up a pair!

[BNich0622]

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Jeez, with legs like that its hard to see what shoes she's even wearing.
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Don't google: suzann pettersen body issue
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Now I have to!

[nova6868]

12mm of drop? Really?

That is just way too much for a "Free" golf shoe, if you ask me. I'm not running a marathon in these things, I'm walking and swinging clubs. The Nike Free 3.0 has 4mm of drop, and I consider that to be about perfect. I wish they would create a Nike Free 3.0 golf shoe.

[JoeSchu]

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12mm of drop? Really?

That is just way too much for a "Free" golf shoe, if you ask me. I'm not running a marathon in these things, I'm walking and swinging clubs. The Nike Free 3.0 has 4mm of drop, and I consider that to be about perfect. I wish they would create a Nike Free 3.0 golf shoe.
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Totally agree with this. That's been my biggest beef with the cross flex. If this is really a free motion design, that's way too much drop. I was on the range with my regular free trainers last night thinking the exact same thing. Anyone know what the drop on the TW's might be?

[Hokie2k5]

I absolutely love the look on these shoes and I'd bet they are comfortable as hell I just prefer to have spikes on the bottom. I might still consider picking up a pair, I love how they are waterproof. I would have NikeID'd the breathable TW14 but they aren't waterproof and I play most of my golf in the morning and my feet will be soaked after 1 hole.

[methoddan]

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Anyone know what the drop on the TW's might be?
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I believe the TW '13 and '14 both have a 8 mm drop.

[nova6868]

They should have made these 8mm drop or less.

[drn92]

Agreed. I am a huge proponent of zero drop after converting over the past couple years. Much more dynamic and athletic swing.

Drn92

[drjable]

can someone please elaborate on what a 8mm drop is? is this heal drop? what does this mean exactly. is this a measure of how close the heal or toes sit to the ground? curious as I've been wearing ecco street for a few years and really like the feeling of low to ground.

thank you.

[nova6868]

Yeah, it's basically a measure of the difference in height between the heel and toe of the shoe.

So if you have a 12mm heel drop, that basically means the shoe has a gigantic heel on it. That generally does NOT make you feel "low to the ground" and "connected".

[GolfBrotha#1]

I'll have to pass on these, I used to be a HUGE Nike guy but after trying on the True Linkswear Senseis there is no going back. Zero Drop on the Course or nothing. Not to mention the Senseis are only $99

[nova6868]

Yeah, I really feel like Nike dropped the ball on this one. The Nike Free 3.0s have a huge following, and they are 4mm heel-toe drop. I think that would make for an ideal spikeless golf shoe, and I have heard several other people mention they want a "Nike Free 3.0 Golf".

But maybe we're just a vocal minority?

[rok78]

Out today, anyone try a pair?

[rok78]

So, I couldn't wait for feedback and went to Roger Dunn's and tried on a pair of the black. Looks much better in person and the drop wasn't noticeable at all to me. The fit was very good and comfortable, basically a sneaker. We'll see how waterproof it is, I'm out with the sun this Saturday.

[SF15]

How's the cushioning? Any arch support? Are they running true or half size smaller?

Tried the Swingtip and they are really low to the ground. No cushioning in the sole; the insert has the cushioning and not much shock dampening. No arch support. They run a half size smaller.

[rok78]

Yes, very good arch support and suprisingly good cushioning for a Free type of design. I wore it around my yard a bit and it is not the lowest profile, but still good and you can feel the ground like the TW13. I also did notice the drop a bit more after spending more time with it and actively paying attention. But NOT a deal breaker to me. I'm very happy with it so far and can't wait for my round Saturday.

[GolfBrotha#1]

Thanks for the info. I went to two local golf shops here in Northern CA and neither had them in store yet.

[amateur pro]

Tried them on today and left the store empty handed...just not feeling these. I'm usually a 12 in nike. I had or have nike shoes for pretty much every sport i have played. The last pair of nike golf shoes I bought were the ascends...the new line is just not fitting me well. I have tried the TW's, lunar's, and now the FI's in multiple sizes, including wides. Maybe my foot changed? I dunno but they don't fit like they used to. I have had the ascends, old lunar's, and almost every iteration of TW pre-2012. I'm going to give it one more shot next time I go in because I was really looking forward to these, but have to say I'm disappointed...for now anyway

[jordansantiago]

safe 2nd to the TW14 i think

[methoddan]

Bought the black pair. They feel great so far and are true to size. They feel like a pair of sneakers and not rigid golf shoes. I like the lace system better than the TW 13/14 as they don't bunch up as easily on the sides. I will play on Sunday (walking) and will report back.

[BMC]

Don't look like golf shoes to me. If you don't like spikes (I do) just wear some $40 sneakers?