Alan Scalzi Posted April 13, 2023 Share Posted April 13, 2023 I own a pair of Nike spike golf shoes not bad but comfort is ok , was looking to get the Nike Air max 270 as they are comfortable ( have not tried them on) just worried about traction for the price $150! Merlin1313 1 Quote Alan Scalzi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil Posted April 13, 2023 Share Posted April 13, 2023 9 hours ago, Alan Scalzi said: I own a pair of Nike spike golf shoes not bad but comfort is ok , was looking to get the Nike Air max 270 as they are comfortable ( have not tried them on) just worried about traction for the price $150! There is always a trade off. Spiked shoes typically provide a little more grip and stability and spikeless tend to provide more comfort. Traction will be dependent on how much twisting you do with your feet and how damp/wet the conditions are when you play. Many people play with spikeless shoes and have no complaints. i’d shop around since the air max 270 is on close out and seems to be available for about $100. I looked at the soles of the shoes and in my opinion they don’t seem to be the best configuration for traction. russtopherb, tony@CIC, GaDawg and 3 others 6 Quote Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: Paradym AI Smoke Max HL 16.5* w/MCA TENSEI AV Series Blue Hybrids: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54/12D, 60/8M w/Accra iWedge 90 Graphite Putter: Render w/VA Composites Baddazz Backup Putters: Sacks Parente MC 3 Stripe, Milled Collection RSX 2 Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TylorJudd Posted April 13, 2023 Share Posted April 13, 2023 Both! Spikes when it's wet Robi, sglj3, tony@CIC and 1 other 4 Quote I like golf. You should like golf. If life is tough, play more golf! Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond 10.5, Graphite Design Tour AD-MJ 6x Titleist TSr3 18 Degree, Graphite Design Tour Ad-DI 7x Takomo 301CB's, KBS Tours 120S Vokey SM8 48 10F, 52 08F, 56 08M, 60 08M Odyssey O-Works Jailbird Mini, Versa Scheme, 17" Fatso 3.0 Grip, 40" Jazz Tacoma Cart Bag Titleist Pro V1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tony@CIC Posted April 13, 2023 Share Posted April 13, 2023 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. Alan Scalzi, Merlin1313 and Robi 3 Quote Left Hand orientation SIM 2 D Max with Fujikura Air Speeder Shaft Cobra Radspeed 3W/RIptide Shaft 410 Hybrids 22*, 26* Cobra Speed Zone 6-GP/Recoil ESX 460 F3 Shafts SM7 54* Wedge Glide 3.0 60* Wedge O Works putter V3 NX9-HD - 4 Wheel EZGO TXT 48v cart - too many shoes to list and so many to buy And BAG Boy Golf Balls: Vice Pro Plus 2020 Official Tester Beginning Driver Speed - 78 2019 Official Tester 410 Driver 2018 Official Tester C300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeSmith2316 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) I personally am a spikeless guy when it is nice out. I switch between the few Jordan 1 Low’s I have. (Huge Jordan 1 fan) Only use them for when I am in a cart or walking 9. When I am in for more than that walking I go with my Roshe G. When it is wet I have a pair of Nike Air Zoom Infinity Tours that grip fantastically for me, even being molded ‘spikes’ Edited April 14, 2023 by JakeSmith2316 Alan Scalzi, tony@CIC and Merlin1313 3 Quote Breakdown of WITB powered by Bag: Player IV DXR Pro Driver: AEROJET LS 9° -Tour Driven 60g Stiff 3W: AEROJET Max 15.5° -Tour Driven 70g Stiff 3H: KING Tec (2023) 19° - Tour Hybrid Proto 85g Stiff Irons: KING Tour MiM (4-9) - C-Taper Lite Stiff Wedges: SM9 46°F & 50°F - C-Taper Lite Stiff Wedges: SM9 54°S & 58°M - C-Taper Regular+ Putter: 3D Supernova - CT Tour Putter 120g Ball: #23 ProV1x (2023) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy_APH Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spikeless all the way. I love comfort and not to say spiked aren't comfortable, but have always gone towards the spikeless route as they seem to feel better walking and I rarely have issues with grip. tony@CIC, Alan Scalzi, TR1PTIK and 1 other 4 Quote as of Nov 6, 2023 (Past WITB) Driver: Paradym TD w/ GD ADDI 6X Driver Shootout! Wood: F7 3 wood 14.5* w/ Motore F1 Shaft Irons: T Series - T200 5 Iron T150 6-9 Iron T100 PW/GW Wedge: Toura Golf - A Spec 53,37,61 degree Putter: Mezz Max! Balls: Vice Pro Plus Drip (Blue/Orange) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy_KFT Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I’ve had pairs of both styles. Currently wearing the FJ Hyperflex which is a spiked shoe, and they are the most comfortable golfing shoe I’ve ever owned. The pair before were Adidas Adipower S Boost 3 which were spikeless and also very comfortable. On wet course conditions, I would find myself slipping on occasion but it wasn’t frequent enough for me to not consider a spikeless pair again when I’m in the market for new shoes. Alan Scalzi, tony@CIC and Merlin1313 3 Quote Driver: GT3 9|Tour AD-UB 6S (testing in progress) Fairways: GT2 15 & 18|Tour AD-UB 7S (testing in progress) | Aerojet Max 7|Kai'Li White 70X Hybrid: King TEC 3H|MCA MMT 85g Stiff Irons: Aerojet 6-GW|KBS $-taper Lite Stiff Wedges: Vokey SM10 52.12F|56.12D|True Temper Vokey Wedge Flex Putter: Super Select Newport 2.0 Ball: Tour & ProV1 #LeftyGang Titleist GT Long Game Test (Link Here) Cobra 50th Anniversary Member Special Challenge (link here) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Stanek Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I have worn both before. I currently have FJ Flex XP spikeless and I like these a lot. Very comfortable and give good stability. I don't typically play in really wet conditions but I could see these might be less effective. Alan Scalzi, Merlin1313, tony@CIC and 1 other 4 Quote Lee Stanek Driver: SIM2 Max 9* 3,9 Woods: S2H2 Big Bertha 4-9i,PW,SW S2H2 GW MG3 52* LW Adams GT2 Undercut 60* Putter: Scotty Cameron Caliente Ball: Play either ProV1 or Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pvicary Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) For some crazy reason I have 22 pair of golf shoes. That is what my wife told me. Could be the Fl sunshine and having 50 courses at my disposal. Anyway I checked and 7 of them are Spikeless . I usually play early and my feet move quite a bit so I will normally play spiked. Golf Galaxy probably your best bet. Edited April 14, 2023 by Pvicary tony@CIC, Merlin1313 and Alan Scalzi 3 Quote TaylorMade M1 custom driver with Talamonti Lite 55 gram R flex shaft TaylorMade RBZ 3 HL 17 degree 3 wood Matrix Ozik R flex Ping G2 17 degree 5 woodw TFC 100 R shaft TaylorMade SLDR 3 Rescue 19 degree w Fuji 82h Speeder S shaft TaylorMade SIM Max OS irons 4-PW w Fuji Ventus 6R shafts TM RSi1 50 degree gap wedge w KBS TGI 60 shaft Callaway X c grind 56 degree wedge True Temper S steel shaft Callaway SureOut 58 degree UST Mamiya 65 sand wedge TaylorMade Milled Grind 60 degree lob wedge NIppon Pro modus 1 degree upright Tour 120 S shaft . All woods, hybrids and irons fitted with JumboMax grips. FBS1 modified 3 degree center shaft offset putter w JumboMax grip. Bushnell TourZ6 rangefinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ1975 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 As I've gotten older, I don't tend to go at the ball as hard anymore. I've switched to almost all spikeless and have noticed no difference in stability. If you walk a hilly course and the conditions are wet, I would definitely wear my spikes though. Merlin1313, Alan Scalzi and tony@CIC 3 Quote Taylormade P790 P-5 / Vokey 50, 54, 58, 62 / Callaway sub-zero driver 8degree / Taylormade 3-wood / Callaway 3-hybrid / Taylormade spider X putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berkeleybob Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I go spikes with weather and spikeless mostly in the summer. NOTE: "Spikeless" gets autocorrected to "spineless." My iPad is judging me. Yankees802, tony@CIC, Merlin1313 and 1 other 2 2 Quote WITB 2024 DRIVER AEROJET 10.5° | FAIRWAY ROGUE ST MAX 3/15° HYBRID G410 21° | UTILITY 699 V2 U 5/23° IRONS 699 V2 6-PW WEDGES CBX 2 50°, 54°, 58° PUTTER KING GRANDSPORT 35 BALL MODEL | PRO WHITE/BLUE ICE BAG 3.5 LS | PUSHCART RV1S 2024 Fit For Golf Training App Review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mharr Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 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. GaDawg, berkeleybob, tony@CIC and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Always Ping Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I wear both. Spiked FJ Hyper Flex when it is wet. Spikeless FJ Flex when it is dry. Both are real comfortable. i walk a majority of the time. I just bought a pair of FJ Spiked Hyper Flex Carbon. Walking in the house and yard. Great grip and comfort. The carbon Piece in the sole takes care of the lack of support in the old Hyper Flex. I order primarily online from Carl's or TGW. TylorJudd, Merlin1313 and tony@CIC 3 Quote Driver PXG Gen 5 0311 Project X Evenflow riptide CB 60 3 and 5 Woods PXG Gen 5 0311 Project X EvenFlow Riptide CB 60 4-W Ping i525 Project X I/O 48, 54, 60 Wedges Ping Glide 4.0 Ping CFS Titleist Prov1 ball Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleBogie33 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Quote I wear spiked shoes in the morning and if I play in the afternoon, spikeless. Reasoning is... our course in SoTex is always wet from sprinkler runs at night but dries up mid-day. So its very common to have slippage with play early but not later in the day. Merlin1313 and tony@CIC 2 Quote I can hack it up on holes from time to time, with glimpses of brilliance on others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robi Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Depends on conditions and the course. Wet course spikes, hilly course spikes, flatter course spike less. I forgot my other pair at the house whatever is in the bag then. tony@CIC, Merlin1313 and TylorJudd 3 Quote Cobra F8 10.5 Cobra Rad Speed 5 Wood Taylormade RBZ 4 Hybrid Taylormade RSi 1 6 thr PW Vokey SM8 52 and 60 Vokey SM9 48 and 56 Ping Zing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlm Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Spike less are so convenient, you should have some (I use 3 rotating). But, with some playing conditions and courses, I am glad to have on my one pair of spiked golf shoes. I think comfort is a matter of price points and fit on various brands, as is the effectiveness of waterproofing. Merlin1313 and tony@CIC 2 Quote Dave Mueller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSauer Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I picked up two pair of Pumas last year because the deal was too good to pass up, one spikeless and one spiked. I have yet to wear the spikes. I think I just prefer the comfort of the spikes and the fact that I don't have to change out of them if I want to run some errands afterwards. Merlin1313, dback, T.Sibley and 1 other 4 Quote Driver: Aerojet 9* | Hzrdus Black Gen 4 Fairway: G410 3W 13* | Alta CB 65 Hybrid: TS2 18* | Tensei AV Blue 70 S Hybrid: iCrossover 20* | Kai'li White 80 Irons: P790 5-PW | DG S300 Wedges: Vokey SM9 | 52, 56, 60 | DG S200 Putter: Link.1 | Accra x LAB --- LAB Golf Link.1 Review --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest PeterR Posted April 14, 2023 Guests Share Posted April 14, 2023 Some courses don't allow spiked shows any more. I've gotten used to spike less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dback Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I'm in Michigan so plenty of wet play, so I need spiked shoes but love to walk when possible and love spikeless for that. A bit more money to have a pair of each but they don't wear as quick that way either. Merlin1313 1 Quote Driver: Cobra LTDx, HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX 60x, 9 Degree 3 Wood: Taylormade M2 (2019) Hybrids: Callaway Epic Super Hybrid 21 degree, Mizuno JPX Fli-Hi 4 Irons: Vice VGI01s 5-pw (Vice VGI01 Review,) Wedges: Taylormade Milled Grind Putter: Odyssey #7 Ball: Vice Pro Plus, Taylormade Tp5x, Kirkland Shotscope v3 and 18birdies (never play a round without them!) Garmin r10 for range sessions and winter garage golf Push Cart Mafia - Clicgear 4.0 (See more here) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFonzzz Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) Merrel hiking sneakers , done! $80-150 for waterproof! Edited April 14, 2023 by TheFonzzz TylorJudd and Merlin1313 1 1 Quote Two steps forwards one step back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preeway Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I love the comfort of spikeless and I don’t really feel much difference between the two. I tend to buy shoes based on fit and comfort and sometimes a spiked version fits better. Merlin1313 and SteveGH7 2 Quote Driver: Aerojet LS, Ventus Velocore+ Blue Shaft - 6S 4 Wood: Rogue ST Max 16.5, Tensei White Shaft - 7S Utility Iron: Fli Hi 3-iron, HAZARDOUS Smoke Black Shaft - S Irons: JPX 921 Tour 4-P, Project X Shafts - Stiff 125g Wedges: 52º, 56º, 60º Putter: Ai-One 7 T CH, 34" Preferred Ball: Z-Star Diamond Pushcart: Nitron Rangefinder: Pro X3+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric K Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Both. Spiked when it’s wet. No question. I had a pair of Sketcher mesh running style spikeless that had a sole that was way too slick. They were only good in absolutely dry conditions. I did recently grab a pair of Adidas CodeChaos 22 spikeless where the soles are a much harder “spike” that in damp conditions still grabs pretty well. Merlin1313 1 Quote Titleist TSi3 driver, 9.5 Tensei AV Raw White Stiff Titleist TSi2 3 wood Tensei AV Raw White Stiff Mizuno 2018 CLK 3 hybrid Mizuno MP-20 HMB 4-7 iron, MMC 8-PW Mizuno T-20 50 deg gap wedge Callaway Jaws 54 and 58 deg wedge Odyssey Stroke Lab One putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiefMikeOfficer Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 On 4/12/2023 at 9:37 PM, Alan Scalzi said: I own a pair of Nike spike golf shoes not bad but comfort is ok , was looking to get the Nike Air max 270 as they are comfortable ( have not tried them on) just worried about traction for the price $150! I have both spiked and spikeless... but it depends on the round. Normally I'd go spikeless for walking, spiked for riding (and especially wet days). When going spikeless, brand and style are both important -- you need to find the right traction for you, and I went through quite a few before finding the ones I like best. My quick rundown that I just sent a buddy (note that none of these are the new 2023 releases -- I have enough golf shoes as it is): Favorites are G/Fore MG4+, New Balance Fresh Foam Contend, and Adidas Codechaos. All are very comfortable and have traction that works well for me. Works fairly well (again, for me): Asics Gel Kayano Ace (great comfort, OK traction), True Linkswear Knit (traction OK, mostly lacking support in the uppers, seems more like a casual or range shoe than on-course shoe to me). Did not work: Puma Ignite (specifically because of traction -- the Ignite has a very specific sole, and it slipped all over the place for me). I think other Puma spikeless soles are different, so might work better, but I'm jaded. Other G/Fore athletic styles didn't work either, but more because of fit, which was surprising because of how well the MG4+ fits me (goal was to dabble in Speedgolf, and wanted a golf shoe that I could run in, rather than a running shoe I could golf in). Special Shout-out: New Balance Minimus SL. Loved them. But they're a few years old now. Might be able to find them on clearance somewhere. Notably missing: Nike, which is what you were asking about (sorry). The last time I tried Nike, I could not get a good fit, so haven't tried them in the last handful of years. Merlin1313, GaDawg and cnosil 3 Quote Driver: Qi10 LS 8* w/Graphite Design Tour AD-DI 6X or Terra Forza Yellow+ (MGS Test in Progress!) Fairway: Stealth2 Plus, 15* (adjusted to 14.25*) w/ Graphite Design Tour AD-IZ 7X Irons: U505 1 Iron (16*), T200 "Utility Build" 3 and 4 irons, all with Graphite Design Tour AD-IZ 95 X Flex, T100S 5-9 with Nippon Pro Modus 120 X Flex (2021 MGS Test). These things are monsters. Wedges: SM9 46.10, 54.12, and 58.08, all with custom etchings & KBS Tour Masters-themed shafts, X-flex (CHA Post) Putter: Total headcase and Putter Ho. Down to two main options in the rotation (one mallet, one blade), but have 4-5 by the basement putting green that might make it in the bag at some point this year... Mallet: Mezz XL 36" Orange; Blade: Link.1 w/Accra White shaft & grip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest Genes Posted April 14, 2023 Guests Share Posted April 14, 2023 Hello Ha, I’ve been a spiked guy for 50 years. A couple years ago I switched. Went with a pair of Skechers. Cost me a couple hundred but well worth it. No slippage and lasted 2 years at 100 rounds per year. I decided a month ago to try out the latest Ecco brand, biom c4 cost around 250. Holy smoke, this pair was really nice. Comfortable and supportive kinda like the wife. Plus, without the spikes you can drive with them on and go to stores and restaurants and not worry about slipping or looking like you are wearing something weird on your feet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyU Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I was wearing a high end pair if spiked golf shoes and was experiencing ankle and achilles tendinitis. I was really worried about something terrible happening. I switched to Puma spikeless golf shoes. The tendinitis has went away and my ankles feel great. I have since purchased several more pairs (different colors) and I love them. I can put on my shoes before I leave the house (because they are spikeless) and wear them all day through post round dinner. I swing pretty hard and have not had any grip issues. I will never switch back to spiked shoes or for that matter wear anything other than Puma's. When I find something that works I stick with it. Good work Puma! Merlin1313 1 Quote In my PING DLX cart bag: · Driver: PING G425 Max · Wood: PING G425 Max 5 wood · Irons: PING I500 · Wedge: Callaway Mack Daddy 50, 52, 56, 60 · Putter: Scotty Cameron Newport 2.5 · Balls: Titleist Tour Soft Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guests Guest Chris Yourdan Posted April 14, 2023 Guests Share Posted April 14, 2023 I’ve switched from the 270 to the next % almost exclusively. I will throw in the Jordan 1 low on occasion. The next % are comfortable (for me) and grip great. I did have to go up a half size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoRebound Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I'm strictly a spiked guy. I just bought two pairs of Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 2 shoes from Carl's Golfland for less than $200 including shipping and I love them. They are a little tighter than the Nikes they replaced but they grip WAY better than the old models did, I tried the 270s last year and they lasted a round. Sure, they were more comfortable than spiked shoes but even on a slightly damp course I was slipping all over the place (actually fell trying to hit a shot below my feet). I lost 10 yards off of my drives because I couldn't dig in and pivot. I gave the shoes to someone who works at a local course and needed something more waterproof than anything else. Look beyond Dick's or Golf Galaxy. Their shoe selection is poor for spiked shoes and their prices are on the higher side. Merlin1313 1 Quote Driver: Callaway Ai Smoke Max-D 9 degree Fairway and hybrids: Callaway X2 Pro Irons: Mizuno JPX 825 Wedges: Mizuno JPX 825 Pro Putter: Scotty Cameron Newport 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hey Arnold Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 I own 2 spikeless Jordan’s and 2 spiked Jordan’s and have 0 issue with any of them. I have found them all to be extremely comfortable and provide great traction on the course. As others have mentioned, i use the spiked ones when the course is a little bit more wet or when playing early in the morning. Merlin1313 1 Quote Avid Average golfer who loves to have fun on the course Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KCEE Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 Our course drains really well so I rarely wear spiked shoes any more. I have a pair of Nike Roshe that are really comfortable, but I can slip at times in them. My favorite shoes have been the Adidas Code Chaos I've had for several seasons. They are comfy, grip well and clean up pretty easily. I paid too much in our pro shop for them a few years ago, but I bought the same pair this winter at DSG for only $40. I still see them for $60-$80 which is a bargain IMO. Also have a pair of Trues which I love, but the near zero drop is not for everyone. Merlin1313 1 Quote Callaway Ai Smoke Max 10.5 Callaway Mavrik Max 3W Callaway Rogue X 5h Taylormade P770 6-PW Callaway MD5 50, Jaws Raw 56, Taylormade Hi Toe 60 LB Odyssey White Hot Versa 12S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merlin1313 Posted April 14, 2023 Share Posted April 14, 2023 (edited) On 4/12/2023 at 9:37 PM, Alan Scalzi said: I own a pair of Nike spike golf shoes not bad but comfort is ok , was looking to get the Nike Air max 270 as they are comfortable ( have not tried them on) just worried about traction for the price $150! I've got both and nothin but Eccos- wouldn't have anything else. GREAT comfort/durability/traction(but I also have a really wide foot). You can go to any number of websites and find them for a comparable price. Edited April 14, 2023 by Merlin1313 Quote ALL Paradym 10.5*(11.5*) (Hzrdus Gen 4 Silver 60/KBS TD) Apex UW 17* (Tensei AV Blue 75) Apex Pro 21 Hybrid 20*/23* (KBS Hybrid) Paradym 6-PW (Nippon NS Pro Modus 3 Tour 105X) Jaws Raw Face Chrome 48* (Nippon NS Pro Modus 3 Tour 105X) Jaws Raw Chrome Full Toe 54*/ 58* (Nippon Pro Modus 125 Wedge) Jaws Full Toe Black Wedge 64* (DG Tour Issue Spinner 115) WHOG #5 Chrome Soft X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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