Good Golf Shoes And Foot Placement Can Improve You're Game
Before you enter the golf course, especially if you are a beginner, know that there is a technology behind a good golf shoe. Just like a good Pima cotton shirt and pants can breathe and keep you cool, a good golf shoe can actually help your swing.
Golf shoes have come a long way in style and comfort. Water proof shoes are always a good idea but in a golf shoe, pay attention more to comfort than style. Style is ok but it is not going to do you any good if you have to walk 4 plus miles on the course.
The shoe itself today is designed for the stresses put on the feet from the swing. The feet start out with weight equally balanced on the right and left foot. A good golf shoe will keep you balanced but be comfortable at the same time. In a good golf swing there is a shift of the lower body and feet that take place. From a lightly balanced position the weight transfers to the front foot with more weight placed on the inside of the feet as you are leaning over, then as the back swing occurs the weight shifts to the back foot still while maintaining a slight inward stance of the feet. If you shift to the outer part of the foot, you can get the very undesirable sway.
If your feet are pronated outward or inward then you can have special inserts made by you Podiatrist that you can place inside your golf shoe. This can dramatically improve your game.
Some name brand quality golf shoes:
Tommy Bahama
Ecco
Dexter
Foot Joy
Etonic
Addidas
Nike
The spikes on golf shoes have changed considerably and most clubs have banned the metal spikes because they rip up the course and are bad for golf carts and club walk ways. Today's shoes have plastic spikes that still grip the course but are far more comfortable than metal. As spikes wear down, they need to be replaced to ensure that you stay at the top of your game.
Do your research on shoes before you buy. Shop later in the afternoon when your feet have spread and walk around in them enough, to really get a feel for them.
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Lightweight Golf Shoes Put Spring In Your Step
Ah, springtime. Flowers blooming. Butterflies fluttering. Golfers itching. No, not from allergies, but the potent sting of Insectia Golfus - better known as the golf bug.
Temperate weather makes spring the perfect season for golf, and for hoofing it around the course as the golf gods intended. While traditional, heavy-bottomed golf shoes can make walking a chore, today's lightweight footwear is designed with the pedestrian in mind.
Ultralight golf shoes are nothing new, but they've come a long way thanks to advances in materials and construction. Those advances, with their fancy acronyms and technical mumbo-jumbo, can cause the head to spin faster than a well-struck wedge shot.
To help you make informed shopping choices, let's dive in to the latest golf shoe lingo. Feet first, of course:
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EVA (ethyl vinyl acetate): A polymer used in an wide range of products, including hot glue sticks and plastic wrapping, EVA is inserted as a cushion in many golf shoes. EVA's shock-absorbing properties make it perfect for shoes while the substance is so strong that it won't wear down, no matter often you opt to walk rather than ride.
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TPU (thermoplastic urethane): This lightweight plastic forms the "chassis" of most high-end golf shoes. TPU is durable yet flexible and touted for the stability it provides during the golf swing. It's also waterproof. Speaking of which....
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Waterproof vs. water-resistant: If you're not paying close attention, this distinction can slip past unnoticed. It can be an important one, though, especially if you play a lot of golf in wet weather or on dewy morns. Simply put, waterproof means water can't permeate it, no matter how much nor how often agua is applied. A water-resistant surface, on the other hand, usually has limits for how much moisture it can fend off before the microscopic floodgates open. Bottom line: Unless you plan to use them as flippers, water-resistant golf shoes are all you need.
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Sockliner: A concept whose time has come. Sockliners are made from a variety of fibers, fabrics and materials, including EVA foam, and work to keep the feet cool and (yes!) dry. Sockliners improve support - essential during a 4-mile hike around the links - and are typically removable.
- Stinger/Scorpion spikes: These plastic cleats made by Champ, the No. 1 manufacturer of sport spikes, are commonly found on the bottom of top brands' shoes. These and other lightweight cleats take on many configurations, all designed to grip the turf tighter than a politician's smile.
Every major golf shoe company offers at least one lightweight model, some weighing in at less than 14 ounces. In fact, today's old-school leather shoes are featherwights compared to those of yesteryear.
Whether you decide on Nike, ECCO, FootJoy, Etonic, adidas, Puma, Bite, Oakley, Callaway or another manufacturer, your feet will thank you for slipping on a pair of ultralights.
Happy walking!
About the Author
At Comfortable Golf Shoes, we're committed to helping you find the best golf shoes on the market by giving you a wide range to choose from.
We offer high-quality, stylish, waterproof, turf-gripping and, most of all, comfortable golf shoes from the best brands in the business, including FootJoy, Nike, ECCO and adidas.
Take a look at the golf shoes we have on offer.
 MENS ECCO SIZE 12M WHITE BROWN LEATHER GOLF SHOE  US $115.00
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 ECCO Street Textile Golf Shoes White White US $119.99
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 ECCO Street Textile Golf Shoes Black Black Green US $119.99
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 ECCO Golf Shoes Womens Street Premier White Blue US 10 105 EU 41 US $109.95
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 Brand New Mens Ecco Golf Shoes Cocoa Brown US $120.00
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 Brand New Mens Ecco Golf Shoes Solid Black US $120.00
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