Golf shoes spikes

[Queen of the Beach]

I have 2 pairs of golf shoes that are soft spiked. Although both resemble a normal pair of running shoes they are no way near as comfortable. I'm wondering if I can get away with wearing my regular running shoes sometimes at a golf course in dry conditions? Will this just be breaking a local courses rule or is there a fine for not wearing the correct shoes and ruining the green? And just curious, this was before my time but have they disallowed all metal spiked shoes on golf courses?

[Grass Roots Tour]

Running shoes will be no problem. They will not break the dress code, nor will they damage the greens in any way.
Nike and Ecco make nice women's shoes that I assume will be comfortable.

[AnnikaFan]

i miss the metal spikes :(... i love the sound they make when you walk on concrete..

but yea, no dress codes for the not wearing golf shoes....

Most courses (middle to upper end) have disallowed metal spikes..though I have seen a couple of cheaper, executive courses that doens't have a rule on it.

[Grass Roots Tour]

Soft spikes are better anyway. Easier to walk on cement and less slippery in the washroom on the tile floor. Far better on the greens too.

[Special_K]

I just find that normal runners do not have the grip to 1) help you in the golf swing and 2) walk the course safely in most conditions. I find that grass is wet a lot of the time, whether it be condensation in the morning or after rain. Need the spikes for grip. I'd keep looking for a comfy pair QB. (I'm with you in thinking that it's hard to find a comfy pair too).


I have 2 pairs of golf shoes that are soft spiked. Although both resemble a normal pair of running shoes they are no way near as comfortable. I'm wondering if I can get away with wearing my regular running shoes sometimes at a golf course in dry conditions? Will this just be breaking a local courses rule or is there a fine for not wearing the correct shoes and ruining the green? And just curious, this was before my time but have they disallowed all metal spiked shoes on golf courses?

[Grass Roots Tour]

I always found that the best thing about golf shoes is the fact they're WATERPROOF so when the grass is wet from rain or dew you're feet stay dry and warm. Plus the traction on wet grass as well.
You should be able to easily hit balls in bare feet as far as stability on dry grass is concerned. This is a great way to practice on the range to improve balance and quiet the legs and feet during the swing.


I do recommend Ecco shoes. They are comfy right out of the box on the first day. No "break in" time required and no blisters.

[Hoz-ay]

I agree with GRT... Ecco's are great!! a bit more $$$ though, but you get what you pay for. :)

[Jaydog]

thanks for the tip grt and hoz-ay. i never really considered that brand but will give them a try the next time in gt.

[Queen of the Beach]

I do recommend Ecco shoes. They are comfy right out of the box on the first day. No "break in" time required and no blisters.

I agree with GRT... Ecco's are great!! a bit more $$$ though, but you get what you pay for.
Thanks for the tip guys. I will look into Ecco for ladies. The pairs I have right now are Addidas and Dexter. The Dexter are brand new and haven't been broken in yet so hopefully they will become more comfy with some wear.

[Mule56]

Thanks for the tip guys. I will look into Ecco for ladies. The pairs I have right now are Addidas and Dexter. The Dexter are brand new and haven't been broken in yet so hopefully they will become more comfy with some wear.Hey QB,
Wear those Dexter's. I have a pair that took about a month on the range to break in. Like slippers now.
You must have been looking in my shoe closet. Unitl I added a pair of Nikes at Christmas my other pair was Addidas also.
Mule

[el tigre]

I would also recommend Bite Golf Shoes (they also make golf sandals) as a very comfortable golf shoe. They have some styles that look like running shoes and they may still have some spikeless models. All their styles have a wide toe box so your feet do not feel "pinched" after 18 holes of golf. They're very reasonably priced too.

http://www.bitegolf.com

[Queen of the Beach]

Hey QB,
Wear those Dexter's. I have a pair that took about a month on the range to break in. Like slippers now.
You must have been looking in my shoe closet. Unitl I added a pair of Nikes at Christmas my other pair was Addidas also.
Mule
haha thats such a funny coincidence! But I swear I wasn't looking in your closet. hmm so whats a good way to break in those Dexters besides going to the range or walking 18 holes in them?

[Mule56]

haha thats such a funny coincidence! But I swear I wasn't looking in your closet. hmm so whats a good way to break in those Dexters besides going to the range or walking 18 holes in them?Okay but you have to promise not to laugh. For years we broke our skates in this way. Wet socks.
Put on a pair thick socks. Soak your feet in water. Now put your shoes and wear them around the house for about an hour or longer it you have the time.
Next day put a pair of thick dry socks on, then the shoes and walk around in them again. Do this for the next couple of days until you put the shoes on and they don't feel wet. By then you should notice that the leather has strecth and stayed strecthed. If not it may take a repeat. In one to two weeks you should have the shoes molded to your feet.
When we did this with skates we would soak them in the shower and go to practice. Try spending two hour skating in wet skates.
Mule

[Focker Singh]

I find some of the designs now are pretty impractical. The ones that look like sandals or the ones with huge air vents on the sides. First the sandals will not give you the proper snug fit you require for a full swing and nor is it in anyway waterproof. The ones with the air vents on the side definately are NOT waterproof. Wonder why companies even waste their time, money and effort in designing shoes that very few people will buy?

[el tigre]

I find some of the designs now are pretty impractical. The ones that look like sandals or the ones with huge air vents on the sides. First the sandals will not give you the proper snug fit you require for a full swing and nor is it in anyway waterproof. The ones with the air vents on the side definately are NOT waterproof. Wonder why companies even waste their time, money and effort in designing shoes that very few people will buy? If you golf in Arizona or the Midwest, then you don't need waterproof shoes too often (especially if you usually golf in the afternoon). I'm not a sandals kinda guy either but I know that there IS a market for these shoes. Though as laxgolf pointed out, I wouldn't want to go into a bunker with them.

[Focker Singh]

If you golf in Arizona or the Midwest, then you don't need waterproof shoes too often (especially if you usually golf in the afternoon). I'm not a sandals kinda guy either but I know that there IS a market for these shoes. Though as laxgolf pointed out, I wouldn't want to go into a bunker with them.
Good point! I didn't think of the "other" markets in other parts of the world. From a GTA prospective, they don't stand a chance.

[Mok]

If you golf in Arizona or the Midwest, then you don't need waterproof shoes too often (especially if you usually golf in the afternoon). I'm not a sandals kinda guy either but I know that there IS a market for these shoes. Though as laxgolf pointed out, I wouldn't want to go into a bunker with them.

never thought of that! but now i see it from a different view...

i like wearing sandals in the summer so if the sandals give enough support, i'm all for them!

[Queen of the Beach]

Okay but you have to promise not to laugh. For years we broke our skates in this way. Wet socks.
Put on a pair thick socks. Soak your feet in water. Now put your shoes and wear them around the house for about an hour or longer it you have the time.
Next day put a pair of thick dry socks on, then the shoes and walk around in them again. Do this for the next couple of days until you put the shoes on and they don't feel wet. By then you should notice that the leather has strecth and stayed strecthed. If not it may take a repeat. In one to two weeks you should have the shoes molded to your feet.
When we did this with skates we would soak them in the shower and go to practice. Try spending two hour skating in wet skates.
Mule
Mule, I'm not laughing but I'm mortified! Wet socks in my shoes? :confused: hmm I don't think I have the guts to try it.

[Mule56]

Mule, I'm not laughing but I'm mortified! Wet socks in my shoes? :confused: hmm I don't think I have the guts to try it. No worse then sweat. That is what will stretch your shoes naturally if you wait two months.
Mule

[Queen of the Beach]

No worse then sweat. That is what will stretch your shoes naturally if you wait two months.
Mule
haha ok Mule, the image of wet socks just didn't sit well with me. But I'll let you know if I try it!

[Ems]

Okay but you have to promise not to laugh. For years we broke our skates in this way. Wet socks.
Put on a pair thick socks. Soak your feet in water. Now put your shoes and wear them around the house for about an hour or longer it you have the time.
Next day put a pair of thick dry socks on, then the shoes and walk around in them again. Do this for the next couple of days until you put the shoes on and they don't feel wet. By then you should notice that the leather has strecth and stayed strecthed. If not it may take a repeat. In one to two weeks you should have the shoes molded to your feet.
When we did this with skates we would soak them in the shower and go to practice. Try spending two hour skating in wet skates.
Mule
:eek: :rofl: How did you guys ever think to do that?? Is it a tip passed down from generations?

[Ems]

I have 2 pairs of golf shoes that are soft spiked. Although both resemble a normal pair of running shoes they are no way near as comfortable. I'm wondering if I can get away with wearing my regular running shoes sometimes at a golf course in dry conditions? Will this just be breaking a local courses rule or is there a fine for not wearing the correct shoes and ruining the green? And just curious, this was before my time but have they disallowed all metal spiked shoes on golf courses?to save money, I bought a pair of footjoys for $20 from Greenfield. They're one size too big, but if they keep my feet dry, I'm happy.

[Ems]

Good point! I didn't think of the "other" markets in other parts of the world. From a GTA prospective, they don't stand a chance.
one of the beauties of an online forum, you learn to look past your immediate vicinity...;)