ZipGolfer » Men’s Shoes http://www.zipgolfer.com Golf tips, news and gear reviews Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:03:53 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Nike Dunk NG Golf Shoe | Men’s Sport Golfing Sneakers w/ Soft Spikes http://www.zipgolfer.com/nike-dunk-ng-golf-shoe-mens-sport-golfing-sneakers-w-soft-spikes/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/nike-dunk-ng-golf-shoe-mens-sport-golfing-sneakers-w-soft-spikes/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 16:21:36 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=4711 Why do I get the feeling Michael Jordan is behind these Nike Dunks? These are not your grandfather’s golf shoes!

The days of humping around the links in stiff, heavy leather golf shoes are over. I remember having to tape up my feet because they were so badly blistered from trying to “break in” my shoes.

But in recent years, golf shoe designers have taken a page from the running shoe guys. Shoes like the Adidas FitRX Sports and the Nike Air Zoom Elite look like track shoes with spikes added to the bottoms.

Now, with the dawn of these Dunks, the geniuses at Nike are turning your local golf club into a basketball court. (Anybody care for a game of H-O-R-S-E?) These kicks are a low profile basketball shoe with an “old-school” look. The only difference is the shoes have soft spikes in the very bottom.

I think this is a great idea. I am a huge fan of breathable, comfortable golf shoes especially on hot summer days when I am on my feet for 4+ hours. My favorite thing about the shoes are all the colorful choices. Celtics fans will want to go with the green, while you more conservative types will choose the grey. They even have two different designs that would excite North Carolina Tar Heel fans: the Soaring Black and the Midnight Fog. (Hmmmm, M.J., come out wherever you are.)

The only thing I would warn is: don’t expect these shoes to be waterproof. Leave them in the closet on those “mudder” days and stick with your Dry Joys. But of course that goes without saying, because you won’t want to get your Dunks dirty. Reserve them for the days when it’s warm enough to match them with your Tar Heel’s basketball polo. And please leave the tank top at home.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/nike-dunk-ng-golf-shoe-mens-sport-golfing-sneakers-w-soft-spikes/feed/ 0 FootJoy Dress Shoes & Country Club Casuals | Men’s Executive Golf Footwear, Calfskin Leather http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-dress-shoes-country-club-casuals-mens-executive-golf-footwear-calfskin-leather/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-dress-shoes-country-club-casuals-mens-executive-golf-footwear-calfskin-leather/#comments Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:15:36 +0000 Mark http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=4477 There are some iconic names in golf: Titleist, Wilson, and Ping, to name a few. But perhaps none are so closely associated with golf than FootJoy -- makers of golf shoes, gloves, rain gear, hats, socks, and more. If you've ever watched a golf tournament on television or flipped through a golf magazine, you've no doubt seen someone wearing FootJoy gear, or seen a logo on a cap, or at least seen an advertisement. Unknown to many, however, is that FootJoy also makes dress shoes. And these aren't just any old dress shoes -- these are premium made shoes, hand-stitched in the USA -- that are just as at home in the board room as in the clubhouse.

Made from a variety of leather materials, the uppers are chiefly fashioned from calfskin for a soft, comfortable fit. The difference between calfskin uppers and just "leather" is like putting on a brand new pair of jeans versus the 5-year old pair that is faded, and worn, and fit just right. The feel of fine calfskin is hard to beat. Inside the shoe, FootJoy does not scrimp, using full leather linings, a cushioned leather insole, and a Goodyear Welt construction. The outsoles are water-resistant leather with a rubber heel. Having worn FootJoy shoes for years, I can attest to their comfort, durability, and timeless styling.

The style of FootJoy dress shoes are pretty conservative, as you might imagine. A split-toe Blucher and Brogan are standard fare. Recently, however, FootJoy has shifted much of their dress shoe line to what they call Country Club Casuals. These are fine shoes as well, but provide a little more flair and a few more style choices that aren't quite so much "your father's shoes." FootJoy dress shoes are not the least expensive option available, but they are a good value. And with their classic styling, they will retain their good looks and appeal for many years of comfortable and durable wear.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-dress-shoes-country-club-casuals-mens-executive-golf-footwear-calfskin-leather/feed/ 0 FootJoy Classics Dry Premiere Mens Golf Shoes | Waterproof Soft Leather http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-premiere-mens-golf-shoes-dry-classics-waterproof-soft-leather/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-premiere-mens-golf-shoes-dry-classics-waterproof-soft-leather/#comments Wed, 06 Apr 2011 16:44:40 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=3786 I really like the look of this classic golf shoe.  I haven’t quite adjusted to the new flashy designs that Nike and Adidas are putting out there.  I’ve read recently that FootJoy Classics are not being made anymore by FootJoy.  This is another tragedy of the recent downturn in the economy.

The reason I’m big on FootJoy shoes even more than the look is because of the comfort.  These Classics are made with soft comfortable calfskin inside and out.    Before I discovered FootJoy golf shoes, I thought that in order to find a golf shoe that was completely waterproof, you had to put up with a month or so of breaking in stiff, painful leather.  However, that’s not the case with these Classic Dry Premiere golf shoes.  They are very soft from the moment you first put them on.

The biggest complaint I’ve heard over the years about FootJoy’s revolves around their durability.  Some people have mentioned that the leather doesn’t last as long as other brands and that after a year it starts pulling apart.  This may be true, but I haven’t experienced it yet, and I’ve been wearing FJs for about ten years now.  I would recommend that you take care of them and clean them after each round and use a foot tree to maximize their longevity.  And of course, remember most FJs come with a two-year warranty.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-premiere-mens-golf-shoes-dry-classics-waterproof-soft-leather/feed/ 0 FootJoy Icon Mens Golf Shoes, | Leather Waterproof Memory Foam, Asymmetrical http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-icon-mens-golf-shoes-leather-waterproof-memory-foam-asymmetrical/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-icon-mens-golf-shoes-leather-waterproof-memory-foam-asymmetrical/#comments Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:22:30 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=3767 FootJoy Icon Mens Golf Shoes, These FootJoy icons are a departure from FJ's "Classics" that go back to 1959. Due to this crappy economy, FJ has closed one of its plants in Brocton, MA. I'm a big FootJoy guy and really don't mess around with too many other brands. The reason is because comfort is Priority 1 for me, and my FJs are "good to go" from the time I took them out of the box. I'm still sporting my FJ Contours, and they are holding up great.

Let's take a closer look at all the technology packed into this Icon (and there's a lot to see). The Icon combines a lot of the technology used in some of their previous lines. The uppers are made of premium leather with calfskin and have a two-year waterproof warranty. Inside, the shoe is a full leather lining and a slip-resistant foot bed. The tongue and collar contain memory foam to form fit to your foot, and the heel has a microfiber counter to give you even more slip resistance.

Bottom line is, this is a high-performance shoe that is geared for stability, comfort, and protection from the elements. I'm not sure what else you'd want from a shoe except maybe fashion. I'm no fashion expert, but I'd say they're pretty handsome-looking as well.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/footjoy-icon-mens-golf-shoes-leather-waterproof-memory-foam-asymmetrical/feed/ 0 Fred Couples Golf Shoes | Mens Ecco Street Premier from The Masters 2010 http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-street-premier-mens-golf-shoe-black-freddy-couples-shoes-from-the-masters-2010/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-street-premier-mens-golf-shoe-black-freddy-couples-shoes-from-the-masters-2010/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:21:28 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2840 Ecco Street Premier Mens Golf Shoe,It appears Freddy Couples may have started a new trend in golf apparel. Everybody is talking about these shoes. I noticed them at the beginning the year because I watch the Champion's tour. Now that Fred sported them at The Masters, they've now shown up on Amazon.

At first glance, they look like your typical boat shoes, but a closer look reveals a specially designed golf sneaker. The bottom is more of a cleat than a spike. There are rows of rubber nubs along the bottom about half the size of the head of a golf tee.

The shoes are made of a durable and breathable textile lining with a microfiber heel grip. The Ecco Comfort Fibre System is a removable Cambrelle-covered inlay sole that helps increase air circulation and keep your feet cool and dry throughout your round.

Freddy claims he wears them because they take pressure off of his back and help him to play with less back pain. And he certainly played great at the 2010 Masters while wearing them, contending for the championship that was won by Phil Mickelson.

I would recommend these shoes to all golfers who are looking for comfort over performance. However, they are a bit out of my price range. For a more traditional-looking shoe that is extremely comfortable, I really like the Footjoy Contour series.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-street-premier-mens-golf-shoe-black-freddy-couples-shoes-from-the-masters-2010/feed/ 0 Men’s Golf Saddle Shoe Slippers | Non Skid Moccassin, Black & White Kilty http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-golf-saddle-shoe-slippers-non-skid-moccassin-black-white-kilty/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-golf-saddle-shoe-slippers-non-skid-moccassin-black-white-kilty/#comments Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:56:39 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2248 Men's Golf Saddle Shoe Slippers And you thought you were the biggest golf dork on the block already. Nope, not until you go out and fetch the morning paper sporting these bad boys. They are golf shoes for your bedroom. "Fore!"

Get this: They even have skid proof "cleats" on the bottom. Finally! I can't tell you how many times I've been practicing my golf swing in the kitchen on the hardwood floor, only to lose my footing. It's about time somebody manufactured a bedroom slipper for those of us who practice in our kitchen driving ranges and on our living room carpet practice greens. (By the way, if you are lucky enough to have somebody that cohabitates with you, be careful they are not in one of those "moods" when you are chipping baked potatoes over the couch.)

These slippers are soft, padded, and very comfortable. They feature embroidered kilty. (Does anybody know what embroidered kilty is? Please email me!) I'm just kidding -- this of course is the flap that hangs over the laces, just like real dorky golf shoes.

These are a great gift item for Dad or that golfer in your family. In addition, check out these BedHead Men's Golf Pajamas. They make a great compliment to these lovely golf slippers, and no self-respecting golf dork would wear one without the other.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-golf-saddle-shoe-slippers-non-skid-moccassin-black-white-kilty/feed/ 0 Mens Waterproof Golf Shoes Etonic GSOK | Spikeless Black & White Saddle Shoe http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-waterproof-golf-shoes-etonic-gsok-spikeless-black-white-saddle-shoe/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-waterproof-golf-shoes-etonic-gsok-spikeless-black-white-saddle-shoe/#comments Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:52:49 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2123 Mens Golf Waterproof Shoes Etonic GSOK This Etonic Men's GSOK golf shoe is very popular because it is so comfortable. The secret is in the patented "SOK" which conforms to your foot along with the memory foam that hugs the top of your in-step and ankle.

"Look Ma, No spikes!" Another cool quality that I like about these shoes is there are no cleats or spikes. Instead, they have a rugged bottom made with the Goodyear Tri-Zone Traction System. It looks a lot like the bottom of one of my favorite trail running shoes, only these Etonics have more traction.

The foot bed is made of a high-density Poliyou and is removable. This foot bed helps wick moisture away from your feet and keep your dogs warm and dry.

Finally, these Etonic GSOK are waterproof and have a one-year waterproof warranty. This is a must for you year-round golfers that go out in less then desirable conditions.

I would recommend these shoes to all golfers, especially those who are looking for a comfortable, lightweight shoe that is completely waterproof. This shoe is comparable to the Footjoy Golf DryJoys. This is another comfortable waterproof shoe that I would recommend.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-waterproof-golf-shoes-etonic-gsok-spikeless-black-white-saddle-shoe/feed/ 0 ECCO Men’s Casual Golf Shoes, Cool Ribbon | Waterproof & Comfortable w/ Cleats http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-mens-casual-golf-shoes-cool-ribbon-waterproof-comfortable-w-cleats/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-mens-casual-golf-shoes-cool-ribbon-waterproof-comfortable-w-cleats/#comments Mon, 15 Feb 2010 21:32:44 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2180 ECCO Men's Casual Golf Shoes, CoolThe styles are getting wilder in men's golf apparel. Have you seen what John Daly has been wearing lately? These Casual Cool Ribbon Golf Shoes have a sporty look. They look like running shoes.

I like ‘em, but I'm sure the golf purist would disagree (but what does he know -- he still wearing those ugly black & white stiff shoes?) Not only that, I saw old-timer Champions Tour pro Fred Couples sporting a pair of non-traditional looking Eccos the other day as he battled Tom Watson to the wire. (He lost by one stroke.)

I'll take comfort over fashion any day, and these shoes have both. The toe is wide while the heel is narrow. It has a durable TPU outsole that is watertight, and the shoe is waterproof and comes with a one-year waterproof guarantee.

Although this shoe is waterproof, I would take that with a grain of salt. My experience with waterproof golf shoes is that there is no such thing as a completely waterproof shoe. However, I might be an atypical control group as it never stops raining where I live in Portland.

For a shoe I can promise you will keep your feet dry, check out the ECCO Men's Classic Saddle GTX GoreTex Golf Shoe. This shoe isn't as sporty looking, but it has a 3-year waterproof guarantee and is very comfortable.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-mens-casual-golf-shoes-cool-ribbon-waterproof-comfortable-w-cleats/feed/ 0 Men’s ECCO Golf Shoe, Ultra Performance | White or Black Leather Hydro http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-ecco-golf-shoe-ultra-performance-white-or-black-leather-hydro/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-ecco-golf-shoe-ultra-performance-white-or-black-leather-hydro/#comments Sat, 13 Feb 2010 21:24:31 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2178 Men's ECCO Golf Shoe, Ultra Performance Here are some very comfortable golf shoes by Ecco. Ecco is that fashionable shoe company out of Denmark. These shoes have a modern look to them and are definitely not your typical-looking standard golf shoe. However, recently I spotted Champion's Tour pro Freddy Couples sporting some Ecco shoes that looked very cool.

These Men's Ultra Performance were designed with comfort in mind. They are all leather with a rubber sole. The leather uppers hug your feet and support your foot when taking that mighty lash with the big dog.

The coolest thing about the shoe besides its stylin' appearance is the triple density, lightweight TPU (thermoplastic urethane) outsole with a visible carbon fiber reinforced shank. This provides maximum performance and support. In addition, the insole is an anatomically-shaped 5mm.

The downside to these shoes is they aren't waterproof. This is a must for me, living in the rainy Northwest. For a classic-looking Ecco shoe that is both comfortable and waterproof, check out the ECCO Men's Classic Saddle GTX Gore-Tex Golf Shoe. Of course these shoes won't be as comfortable as the Hydro, but they will keep your feet warm and dry.

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]]> http://www.zipgolfer.com/mens-ecco-golf-shoe-ultra-performance-white-or-black-leather-hydro/feed/ 0 ECCO Men’s Golf Saddle Shoes | Waterproof GoreTex GTX http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-mens-golf-saddle-shoes-waterproof-goretex-gtx/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/ecco-mens-golf-saddle-shoes-waterproof-goretex-gtx/#comments Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:54:44 +0000 Robert http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2175 ECCO Men's Golf Saddle Shoes The same question has been asked throughout the ages: Is there a completely waterproof golf shoe that is also comfortable? Okay, maybe just asked throughout a few ages.

I believe Ecco has achieved this. These Ecco Men's Classic Saddle GTX are made with gore tex and completely waterproof and come with a 3-year waterproof guarantee. What's more, these shoes come with all kinds of performance enhancing qualities.

The heel has an anatomical heel counter to keep it in place. The insole is removable and has a shock-absorbing foam that provides arch support and absorbs moisture from your foot. The outsole was designed for the golf swing, giving additional traction and grip throughout your backswing and follow-through.

This is a top-of-the-line shoe and they've really covered everything. Even the laces are waxed so they don't come untied. The cleats are Eclipse made by Trisport. They have the Fast Twist systems which are quickly removed and replaced.

The biggest drawback I can find is in the price. These shoes are certainly worth it, but they come with a hefty price tag. For a sportier looking, less expensive waterproof golf shoe, check out the ECCO Men's Casual Cool Ribbon Golf Shoe or the Footjoy Golf- DryJoys Golf Shoes.

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