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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.
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 Nike Golf Sunday Lightweight Carry Bag Blue  US $109.99
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 Nike Golf Sunday Lightweight Carry Bag Red US $109.99
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 Brand New Ciscobay Three Wheel EZ Fold Push Pull Golf Cart Light Weight US $109.99
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 Izzo Scout Lightweight Pro Golf Dual Strap Stand Bag US $91.99
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 Cleveland Golf Black Silver Color Lightweight Stand Golf Bag US $90.25
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 Cleveland Golf Blue Lightweight Stand Golf Bag US $90.25
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 OGIO FLASH LIGHTWEIGHT GOLF STAND BAG 2012 BURST NEW US $79.99
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 OGIO FLASH LIGHTWEIGHT GOLF STAND BAG 2012 BLACK TECH US $79.99
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 OGIO VELOCITY Hybrid Carry Stand Golf Bag Lightweight US $79.99
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