Guests Guest Richochet Rick Posted April 14, 2023 Guests Share Posted April 14, 2023 I have couple pairs of both but here in FL but prefer spikeless… Having said that…best rounds I ever played were barefoot. Made me swing within myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mereplogle Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I bought a very expensive pair of spikeless shoes. They slip so much (especially on tee box) that l actually don't wear them on course. Too bad because they are so comfortable. Merlin1313 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fcmotive Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I've gone both spiked and spikeless in the central florida morning dew. Given that I'm no tour player, the comfort, aesthetics and convenience of spikeless jordan 1 lows are my go-to, with my spikeless air max 90s and air max 97s as close backups. I can hit the morning 9 walking course (pretty flat), hose them off at the club house, and hit the grocery store on my way home without any fuss. As far as pricing goes, I usually opt for a colorway that's on sale as nike tends to reinvent the shoes year over year resulting in solid discounts for the previous season. I'd hit up a local big box store to get the sizing right (jordans for me have been true to size where I half size up for air maxes), then just order the best deal you can find online. For what it's worth, Nike itself has one of the best return policies i've ever encountered in my years of buying and selling sneakers. Merlin1313 1 Quote Driver: Cobra Fly-Z (10°) Woods: Cobra LTDx (14°, 18°) Irons: TaylorMade Stealth (9i-GW) Wedges: TaylorMade MG3 Black (54°, 58°) Putter: Cobra Grandsport-35 Black Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I own both and prefer spikes. I have some hilly courses around me that tend to hold onto water so they just work out better for me. Merlin1313 and cnosil 2 Quote In my Big Max hybrid bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h D200 6i-GW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 Tour S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest Jeffbman Posted April 14, 2023 Guests Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spikeless shoes are more comfortable in the long run run but when the nubs wear out, they are just shoes where spiked golf shoes can have their spikes replaced as time goes by. Therefore, I believe that spiked shoes are a better value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAsp Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Since spikeless came out, I was hooked! They are generally more comfortable. They grip well but have enough give for your feet to turn (which I like) and they are much more friendlier to the putting surfaces! Currently have some Jordan ADG 3’s Merlin1313 1 Quote Just a Texas dude chasing white balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pineneedlespro Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I have both spiked and spikeless. It depends on the weather and course conditions. I believe that spikeless golf shoes puts less stress on the lower back during the golf swing because spiked shoes makes a golfer more planted on the ground. I don't need any more pain hitting a golf ball since my 2 back operations, 3 shoulder surgeries, and a hip replacement. It's strange as we get older (65+) we compare all of our operations and try to out do the next person. Merlin1313 1 Quote WITB: MALTBY TS2 irons Mizuno 54* mpt11 wedge Inazone 58* wedge MALTBY KE4 tour driver Ray Cook putter M1X Integra #3 fwy. SMT #5 fwy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sglj3 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Living and playing in Oregon year round definitely need spikes at times, personal preference for look and comfort is spikeless Merlin1313 1 Quote Stealth Driver 3W & 5H P790 4-PW S-Taper S 50, 54, 58 7S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay5477 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Had several pair of both styles. Here's something else to think about: Cost. If you're buying $50 golf shoes, cost doesn't matter. They're throw-aways when they get worn. On the other hand, if you normally buy $150-$200 or up golf shoes, it matters If the spikes wear out on a pair of $200 shoes, you buy a new set of spikes for $15 and you're good to go. If an expensive pair of spikeless shoes wear out, you're buying a new pair of shoes. As far as comfort goes, once you find a brand of shoe where their last fits your foot great, (happens to be Adidas for me), then both spiked and spikeless should both be equally comfortable walking on the course. Sidewalks and parking lots may be different. And as most have mentioned...hilly and/or wet course, spikeless adds a risk of slipping. Spiked for me! Merlin1313 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higherplane Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spikeless are so convenient and don't have many slipping issues, given the importance of your connection to the ground in golf swing suggest trying on shoes before buying even if then buying online. Btw, same with ski boots Merlin1313 1 Quote Driver - 2023 Callaway Paradym 9.0, 3 Wood -2022 Rogue ST Max, 3 Hybrid Mavrik, 2017 X-forged 4-PW, Wedges Callaway 50-56-60, Putter Odyssey Toulon Chicago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackbus75 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Always use spikeless now. I feel that the comfort is worth a touch of traction and I can wear them on or off the course. Merlin1313 1 Quote I'm 72 years old and I enjoy playing golf at least once a week. PXG 0211 Driver 10.5, with graphite senior shaft PXG 0211 3W, 5W and 7W, with graphite senior shaft Cobra F-Max Hybrid set 6,5,4 Hybrids, 7,8,9,PW,GW, graphite senior shaft (I'm old) C3i 59 degree Sand Wedge, steel shaft Odyssey DFX Double Wide 33" putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno 220 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I've had a couple pairs of Footjoy spikeless for many years, but my feet are too wide and are no longer comfortable. Recently purchased Skechers with a completely different spike pattern which appears to give more stability but haven't been out yet Merlin1313 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin W Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Hello. I have these shoes, about 3 months now and traction has been excellent. Comfort is really good. Only thing: these are snug fitting as mentioned by other reviewers of this shoe, form fitting. To me though, they seem to be loosening up just enough. I personally recommend them as I got them on eBay for $85 just a few months ago brand new. Merlin1313 1 Quote Kevin WP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest Rolaidz Posted April 14, 2023 Guests Share Posted April 14, 2023 FYI the 270G run real small, like narrow, and don't fit like the reg 270s. Try them on or go a half size up min. I fine the traction fine as long as it's not too wet out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaDawg Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 21 hours ago, tony@CIC said: I've switched 100% to spikeless here in Florida. But our Fl. course is relatively flat compared to our course in Ohio. I've found Dicks generally doesn't have a wide selection of shoes. Their sister store Golf Galaxy might be a better bet for you to find the 'right' shoe. So true on Dick's. By all my golf shoes online and get a lot better prices, especially previous years models. Merlin1313 1 Quote Driver: TSI3 - 10*, Hzrdus Smoke 6.0 Stiff Driver: Qi10 - 10.5*, Hzrdus Smoke RDX 6.0 Stiff 3 Wood: Qi10 - 15*, Graphite Design Tour AD DJ5 Stiff 5 Wood: Qi10 - Ventus TR Reg Irons: 5 - PW T150, with Nippon Zelos 7 Reg, 4 iron - U505 with Project X HZRDUS Black Stiff Wedges: Vokey SM 9 - 50*, 60* Standard Wedge Shafts Wedge: Milled Grind 3 MG3 56* S200 shaft Putter: Studio Select Newport 1.5 Putter: Phantom X 5.5 Ball: Pro V1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triple_Putt Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spikeless for sure. I worked spiked during high school on the golf team and grew to hate them. I never seem to have an issue with grip even in super wet conditions. Currently rocking some New Balances as they come in wide and are MUCH more comfortable than my old Nikes Merlin1313 1 Quote Super Burner 2.0 10.5* Fly-Z hybrid 17.5* Rogue 5 wood 24* SMS 4-GW Vokey SM7 60*, SM8 54* Versa 1 putter 2023 Tested: Edel SMS Irons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davpark3 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I don't really have a preference, but it seems like spikeless shoes were generally more comfortable on my feet. I've had Nike spikes, Nike Lunar Control Vapor and now on ECCO BIOM H4 BOA. I bought spikeless because I mainly practice on the mat in the midwest. For me, the game changer was the BOA component, just because I hate getting the shoe laces dirty (just a weird preference of mine) and it's easy to retighten mid-round. Merlin1313 1 Quote David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradd1275 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I reiterate most of the comments here, spikes when wet or traction is an issue for any other reason. Spikeless any other time for comfort. Really excited about the new Adidas boost, those look awesome but pricey. Merlin1313 1 Quote Driver: Callaway Rogue Draw, 10.5* Fairway woods: Callaway Rogue LS 3 plus, 13.5* Irons: 3i-Titleist U500, 5i-G- Callaway Rogue Wedge: Cleveland RTX ZipCore (56*), Volkey 60* Putter: Ping Anser Sigma 2 Balls: TaylorMade Tour Response Rangefinder: Blue Tees Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkyjudge Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spiked (Squairz, Adidas, or Sketchers) for me about 80-90% of the time. The only spineless golf shoes I will wear are Adidas Code Chaos shoes, and I prefer the Boa version of those shoes. Merlin1313 1 Quote DR - Callaway Paradym AI Smoke Max, Newton Motion 4-Dot shaft 4W - Titleist TSR2, Newton Motion 4-Dot FW shaft HYB - Sub 70 949X 21*, original HZRDUS Black 85-S shaft 7W (if played) - Titleist TSR, ACCRA TZ6 7S Irons - Cobra King Forged Tec X, KBS TGI graphite shafts Wedges - Edison 2.0, 47* (bent to 48*), 53* and 57* (bent to 58*), KBS TGI 100 Tour S Putter - Evnroll ER10 ""Outback” Mallet Ball - Maxfli Tour-X CG (2023) or Vice Pro Plus Bags - Vessel / Ghost stand bags Cart - MotoCaddy M7 Remote (without the remote) Spoiler Lots of short game practice has made this a strength; now the driver is causing problems! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMYOH Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 3 hours ago, mharr said: Spikeless are good. If you slip while swinging, the problem is your swing or balance, not the shoes. Sam Snead, one of the smoothest swings and longest hitter for his time, would practice barefoot so that he would not get in bad habits with his balance. Didn't Sam also say, "If you're breaking a sweat, you're not doing it right." Definitely in the Freddie Couples circle of swingers...love to be one of them! sglj3, mharr and Merlin1313 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigJohnB78 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) I have both but prefer my spikeless Nike Air Max. They are more comfortable, but when it’s a little wet they do not provide the traction I need. Edited April 14, 2023 by BigJohnB78 Merlin1313 1 Quote WITB: Driver - Titleist 917 D2 3W - Titleist 917 F2 3H - Titleist 818 H1 4-PW - Callaway Mavrik Max 52/56/60 - Callaway Mack Daddy CB Putter - Taylormade TP Red Ardmore 3 Bag - Nike Air Hybrid Ball - Trying out different ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dkop103 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I have owned both spoked and spineless shoes. I wear spiked when I play, I like them better, more traction. I just picked up a pair of Under Armour spikes, most comfortable I have ever had, that includes, Foot Joy, and Nike I wear spineless, when I work at golf course, comfort, water resistance. Merlin1313 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albatrass Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I personally like spiked shoes even though I have a pair of spitless I feel more confident with spikes from a slipping standpoint. I have always gotten FootJoy shoes as I find them very comfortable, and I can put them on right out of the box. Merlin1313 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChuckZ Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I like lightweight comfortable shoes with a solid foundation and that is why I am wearing the FJ Premiere shoes. You know like the ones Tiger is wearing, But I got mine before he did. I have both the spikeless and the spiked and have not had any issues with them. I also have the Traditions which come in spiked and spikeless. Very lightweight and ideal for the walker. FootJoy shoes are the only golf shoes I will buy and have since 1985. They got me thru plantar fasciitis. Quote Driver - TSi3 10.75* - Fujikura Speeder 661 TR Fairway - TSi2 14.25* - Fujikura Motore Speeder VC 6.1 Fairway - TSR1 17.0* - Fujikura Vista Pro 65S Hybrid - TSR1 19.0* - Fujikura Atmos Red Tour 75 Hybrid - TSR1 23.0* - Fujikura Atmos Red Tour 75 Irons - T350 (2023) - 5-48W - True Temper AMT Red 95g-107g Wedges - Vokey SM9 - 52.08F, 56.10S, 58.08M ** GolfPride MCC +4 Midsize Grips (all woods/irons/wedges) Putter - 2023 Scotty Cameron Super Select Squareback 2 35" ** Superstroke 1.0 Pistol Grip Golf Ball - TITLEIST - Prov1 (2023) Golf Bags - TITLEIST - Cart 14 (black), Mid Size Tour (black/white) Golf Glove - FootJoy (StaSof), Shoes, Apparel and Outerwear Rangefinder - Bushnell Pro XE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tincuptim Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I own 5 pairs of Footjoy icons and 2 pairs of Footjoy Tour Dryjoys. Looking to join the latest century as my playing partners say I am nuts due to the weight etc. Play about 200+ rounds a year in AZ so I am worried about durability. Saw Code chaos received decent reviews. Looking for stability with comfort. Merlin1313 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbern Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I’ve only ever used spiked shoes, but I do have a pair of spikeless Adidas code chaos waiting for me when the current ones wear out. Based on all the replies here, I’m excited to give them a go. I love walking so hopefully they’re just as comfortable! sglj3 and Merlin1313 2 Quote WITB (link to detailed post here): Driver: LTDx 9* (ProjectX BlueSmoke Stiff) Fairway metals: 3W TSR2 14.25* (ProjectX BlueSmoke Stiff) | 5W Gen4 0341XF (Mitsubishi Tensei Blue 75 S) Hybrid: 4H Gen4 0317XF (Mitsubishi Tensei Blue 75HY S) Irons: 659 CB 5-AW (Project X Rifle 6.0) Wedges: 286 54* & 58* (KBS Tour 120 S) Putter: DF3 OFFICIAL MEMBER REVIEW HERE ‘24 Ball: pro drip: red & blue | Tour S Pushcart: 4.0 | '23 MGS Clicgear 4.0 Pushcart Tester | Link here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LinksgolfFever Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I have yet to find a spikeless set up that I can really swing in. I rotate through 3 pairs during the season so they stay more comfortable. Squairz, Footjoy Pro SL and Pro SL BOA. I have found the toe box on Nike to be too narrow for my feet. I have got 2 rounds in on the Squairz and my only complaint is they pick up everything, got to clean off the sole before the next tee ( the traction is GREAT>>>_) Merlin1313 1 Quote B_LinksGolf "Any day golfing is better than a day in the office" What's in the Bag: Driver: Callaway Rogue ST 3diamond LS: Tensei raw blue 65g stiff 3w/5w: Callaway Rogue ST LS: Tensei raw blue 65g stiff 4i-6i: Callaway '24 Apex CB/Modus 3 130 X-stiff 7i-10i: Callaway '24 Apex MB/Modus 3 130 X-stiff Wedges: Callaway Jaws Raw (matte black) 50ºs-grind/54ºs-grind/58ºz-grind Putter: Callaway AI-one Jailbird mini DB 35" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EugeGall Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Both - weather/conditions dependent. Although I’ll tend more towards spikeless if unsure Merlin1313 1 Quote Paradym 10.5 Project X Hzrdus Silver Paradym 3HL Project X Hzrdus Silver Paradym Heavenwood Project X Hzrdus Silver Paradym 4H Project X Hzrdus Silver EXS Pro Forged 5-PW True Temper Dynamic Gold 105 Stiff Glide 4.0 50/SS Nippon NS Pro Modus3 Tour 105 X Stiff (8i shaft) Glide 4.0 54/SS Nippon NS Pro Modus3 Tour 105 X Stiff (8i shaft) Glide 4.0 58/SS Nippon NS Pro Modus3 Tour 105 X Stiff (8i shaft) Stroke Lab Seven with Kotahi grip SD-01 ball, X5 Watch, 8.0+ MGS Galway Bay Rain Gear Review: https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/60769-galway-bay-rain-gear-2023-forum-review/ MGS Star Grip Review: https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/63328-star-grips-2024-forum-review/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Wise Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spikeless for two decades and Truelinks golf shoe is very comfortable. Merlin1313 1 Quote love playing golf ,live in The villages area,Fl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ernie111 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I definitely prefer spikes. Better traction up and down hills and I want my left foot to grip the ground on my down swing. Also in the morning there is dew on the grass. Quote Hit em long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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