Daddy needs a new pair of shoes!

[NBGC]

I'm looking for a new set of shoes to replace my HiTec's. The HiTec's are nice, and really broken in but after 8 months it's time for a new set. My dogs are barking after walkin 9 and after 18 they've done crawled under the porch.

I'd like to know what your opinions are. I'm looking for a real comfortable set cuz I walk 80% of time. Looking for <$130. I've got my eyes on the Adidas Tour 360's and 360 II's. They're on sale everywhere for like $130.

Thanks in advance.

[m11]

yea i'd definitely recommend those adidas tour shoes. I personally like the traditional FootJoy type look. But you cant beat that performance for like 110 bucks. Im also looking for some new shoes....and i'm having trouble finding a better deal than those 360's.

I hear good things about Ecco and the TW shoes.

however, by no means would you regret the tour shoes.

[Harry Longshanks]

I'm looking for a new set of shoes to replace my HiTec's. The HiTec's are nice, and really broken in but after 8 months it's time for a new set. My dogs are barking after walkin 9 and after 18 they've done crawled under the porch.

Shoe purchases are really not something you want to base on other peoples' opinions. Every shoe manufacture's shoes are shaped differently (the "last") - sometimes vastly different. One person's "super comfy" could be another person's "medieval torture device".

You really need to just go to the store and start trying on pair after pair. Footjoy is a good place to start because they have many different "lasts".

MEN'S LASTS Classics Laser Last- Full rounded toe character, standard fit across forefoot and instep, with a slightly narrow heel. The Classics Laser Last is a composite of thousands of digital scans of the FootJoy Laser Fitting System. Aintree Last- Rounded toe character, standard fit across forefoot, instep, and heel. Grant Last- Slightly square and sleek toe character, standard fit across forefoot, instep, and heel. Preferred last for fashion oriented Classics styles. Rex Last- Narrow toe character, narrow fit across the forefoot, high instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Laser Last- Full rounded toe character, standard fit across forefoot and instep, with a slightly narrow heel. The Laser Last is a composite of thousands of digital scans of the FootJoy Laser Fitting System. Contour Last- Full rounded toe character, full across forefoot, standard instep and heel. The last bottom has been contoured to more closely match the shape of the foot. Austin Last- Fullest rounded toe character, fullest fit across forefoot, standard instep and heel. Competition Last- Full rounded toe character, fuller fit across forefoot, full instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Athletically sloped from instep to toe. Olympic Last- Full rounded toe character, fuller fit across forefoot, full instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Last used on certain athletic styles. Newport Last- Full oblique toe character, full across forefoot, full instep, standard heel. Preferred last for golf Sandal styles. Towne Last- Narrow toe character, narrow fit across forefoot, low instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Preferred last for Classics slip-on styles. Windsor Last- Tapered toe character, slightly narrow fit across forefoot, instep, and heel. Tailored look for certain Classics Dress styles. Driving Last- Standard fit in the heel and instep with a slightly shallow forefoot. Oblique toe character for sport comfort. WOMEN'S LASTS Montclair Last- Rounded toe character, standard fit across forefoot, intstep, and heel. Women’s Laser Last- Rounded toe character, slightly full fit across forefoot and instep, with a slightly narrow heel. The Women’s Laser Last is a composite of thousands of digital scans of women’s feel by the FootJoy Laser Fitting System. Women's Contour Last- Full rounded toe character, full across the forefoot, standard instep and narrow heel. The last bottom has been contoured to closer match the shape of the foot. Natural Last- Full rounded toe character, full fit across forefoot, standard instep, narrow heel. The last has been contoured to more closely match the shape of the foot. Competition Last- Full rounded toe character, fuller fit across forefoot, full instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Athletically sloped from instep to toe. Komen Last- Full rounded toe character, fuller fit across forefoot, standard instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Last used on certain athletic styles. Newport Last- Full oblique toe character, full across forefoot, full instep, standard heel. Preferred last for golf Sandal styles. LoPro Last- Standard fit in the heel and instep with a slightly shallow forefoot. Oblique toe character for sport comfort. Milano Last- Slightly shallow and square toe character, moderately full instep with narrow a heel. ****

[Dub]

I just recieved a new sales flier from TGW in the mail yesterday.

There were some great looking NIKE deals in there.

I started back playing in May and asked around here about shoe recomendations for walking golf. The athletic style shoes were highly recomended but I went, instead, with a pair of FJ Contours. I regret doing so. They are too wide and have allowed my foot to slide outward badly.

I'm trying something different next time. I'll give NIKE a go......I think.

Check the sales prices on TGW....looked great to me.

[cfmgolf]

I had a bad experience with Adidas 360's. I walk 80+% of the time, and the adidas shoe was extremely comfortable but the waterproof "sock" did not hold up well at all. I had one set last approx. 3 months, returned them to Adidas (customer service was good) and the 2nd set only lasted about 9 months. Finally gave up. Found a pair of Etonic's (their top pair, just can't remember the model) and they have been very good so far this year. I also found a pair of PUMA at their outlet store - funky looking, but comfortable. They are not water proof, so just need to watch for dry afternoons not dewey mornings.

[Jaybone]

I picked up a nice pair of Nike's at the tail end of last season. I found them to be very uncomfortable and hated them. I picked up a pair of Walter Hagen's and liked them but didn't wear them much at all. I found myself wearing my Footjoy sandels most of the time when it was hot. I ordered a black pair of Dryjoys and found them to be a great shoe and very comfortable, however my only complaint was the laces. For the price of the shoes, the laces are beyond crappy and cheap. Great shoe otherwise.

[DDBowdoin]

my 360 II's have worked well for me over the last two years... still pretty waterproof

avoid ecco's... a majority of their classic designed shoes have four spikes on the heel (which is always a benchmark of a cart shoe)

whatever you choose, make sure there are only two spikes on the heel

[joshtpa]

my 360 II's have worked well for me over the last two years... still pretty waterproof

Im not sure i would agree with that. Both Classic Tours and Classic Dry Premiers from FJ both have 4 spikes in the heel. I have both and they are by far the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. I also have the 360 II's and they cannot compare IMHO to either one of these designs.

[chris408]

I've been happy with my FJ Super Lites. Very comfortable, and I walk whenever I can.

[LottaBalata]

I went with the Contour Series Footjoys this year and I designed my shoes

http://www.golfshoesonly.com/myjoys/

I had foot surgery last year, so I don't walk all my rounds. But if the weather's nice, I definitely like to walk. These are the best golf shoes I've put my feet in. They were amazingly comfortable from the very first 18 I played in them with no break-in blisters, etc.

They were about $160 shipped to my door, but not much more than you had originally priced the Adidas (I think they list on the above site for $129.99).

[trageserk]

http://www.golfgalaxy.com/galaxy/pro...3SJPEJN9L984XD

I just ordered a pair of these the other night. I don't think that that picture really does them justice though- and for 80 dollars its a pretty good deal.

[ks8829]

I have bought several set of Bite golf shoes that are very comfortable walking 18 holes. I also buy different insole to replace the one in the original shoe. I buy insole called superfeet for about $30

[Stillhacken]

I just bought the etonic G Sok shoes. Man I love these things.
I havent played in wet conditions with them yet but they are very comfy.
They are the spikeless design.

[Ping Guy]

I'm in agreement with the "don't ask others what shoe is the best" idea. Every brand fits differently and no 2 feet are alike. That being said.......I avoid FJ. Their better quality shoes look like something you'd wear to a wedding with those pointy toes. I wear a size 13 and they look like kayaks on my feet. I think FJ was happy enough being the leader and benchmark years ago and never put thought into comfort. Now they're trying to catch up comfort and style wise with Nike and such. Just MO of course.

[TheGasman]

avoid ecco's... a majority of their classic designed shoes have four spikes on the heel (which is always a benchmark of a cart shoe)

Im going to have to disagree with you on this one. Ive walked many rounds in my Cool Hydromaxs and have never had any complaints. In fact I would swear by them. Now the regular saddles are not as good for walking, but still better then the Nikes I used to have. Give me a couple of weeks and I can give you a review on the new C Force's.

[joshtpa]

I'm in agreement with the "don't ask others what shoe is the best" idea. Every brand fits differently and no 2 feet are alike. That being said.......I avoid FJ. Their better quality shoes look like something you'd wear to a wedding with those pointy toes. I wear a size 13 and they look like kayaks on my feet. I think FJ was happy enough being the leader and benchmark years ago and never put thought into comfort. Now they're trying to catch up comfort and style wise with Nike and such. Just MO of course.

Different strokes for different folks I guess. My classic Dry Premiers and Classic Tours are by far more comfortable than my shoes by adidas and Nike.