Without a doubt the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever tried but would they be fit for purpose? Could something so soft still provide the level of support needed for a round of golf? Would the pimple soles provide the neccessary grip?
A very wet Woodhall Spa on Wednesday certainly provided a stern test. The level of support was excellent but the biggest surprise was the grip. On a very wet course, and on occasion not the best of lies, they were phenomenal. Whether it was a full blooded drive off a flat lie or a hack off a steep slope they certainly inspired confidence to go for it.
So were there any failings? Sadly, yes. The rain started as we played the 3rd hole, and by the turn my feet were sodden. 6 holes out of a pair of shoes from one of the market leaders was hugely disappointing. Maybe it was more to do with the style, i.e. the multitude of lace holes just like any trainer style of shoe, or perhaps because it was a very very wet day but I wish I'd worn one of my other pairs of shoes.
Tomorrow is supposed to be a dry day, and they'll get another go but knowing the British climate I'm inclined to say these shoes are better suited to a trip to the Algarve...
A very wet Woodhall Spa on Wednesday certainly provided a stern test. The level of support was excellent but the biggest surprise was the grip. On a very wet course, and on occasion not the best of lies, they were phenomenal. Whether it was a full blooded drive off a flat lie or a hack off a steep slope they certainly inspired confidence to go for it.
So were there any failings? Sadly, yes. The rain started as we played the 3rd hole, and by the turn my feet were sodden. 6 holes out of a pair of shoes from one of the market leaders was hugely disappointing. Maybe it was more to do with the style, i.e. the multitude of lace holes just like any trainer style of shoe, or perhaps because it was a very very wet day but I wish I'd worn one of my other pairs of shoes.
Tomorrow is supposed to be a dry day, and they'll get another go but knowing the British climate I'm inclined to say these shoes are better suited to a trip to the Algarve...
