Putt Your Nike Golf Shoe In Perfect Condition
As we all know Bbuying a new pair of Nike Golf Shoes can be a big investment, but it is one worth making. Once you’ve made this investment you will want to keep your golf shoes in their best condition and you can do this by using the various golf shoe accessories.
In this post we are going to look at how to keep your golf shoes looking like new.
Many courses don’t allow metal spikes as they have a tendency to rip up the greens. Spikes are a critical component of your golf shoes, keeping your feet firmly planted to the ground so you don’t slip over or lose your balance. Plastic spikes are lighter with a wider surface area which prevents the green from being torn up while still being equally effective in providing traction. Many golfers also find plastic spikes to be more comfortable than steel ones, which may have contributed to their popularity. We wrote a good post on how to replace your Nike Golf Shoe spikes.
Another great way of taking care of your golf shoes is to use a shoe bag. If you are not currently using a shoe bag for your golf shoes then you may noticed that they get scuffed or knocked about if they are loose in the back of the car. Boot bags have been used for years in football to keep their boots looking new.
On top of everything there are literally hundreds of polishes and waxes to remove scuffs and scrapes.
By looking after your golf shoes they will look after you.
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How to Pick the Perfect Golf Shoes
Golf shoes are a fundamental piece of kit for any golfer. The fact that 98% of courses wont let you out without them aside, the average golfer walks around 4 to 5 miles during a round and spends a good 4 hours on his feet. This is why you really can’t afford not to have a good pair of shoes. We have put together a list of a few important points to remember when choosing golf shoes.
Fit
- Before selecting a size, measure both feet. If you get different measurements, then choose the size that fits the larger foot.
- When you try new golf shoes, wear the kind of socks that you intend to wear with your shoes.
- Test your shoes by standing on one foot at a time. Wiggle your toes and stand on your tiptoes. Shoes should bend at the same place where your foot bends.
- Golf shoes should fit tighter in the middle portion of the foot than other shoes. This area offers the most support while swinging. The middle portion of the shoe will stretch over time.
- Be sure that you have one-half inch of space from the end of your big toe to the tip of the shoe.
Waterproofing
Depending on the conditions you play in, you may want to consider a waterproof shoe. Waterproof shoes are more expensive, but they are much more comfortable in wet conditions. Look for a good warranty; some manufacturers such as nike golf shoes offer a 2 year warranty. Leather uppers are the best for providing support and waterproofing. Shoes made of synthetic
leather are less expensive but do not breathe as well nor do they offer as much waterproof protection.
Style
Last, but not least, choose the style of shoe you feel most comfortable wearing. Golf shoes come in more options today than ever before and include traditional saddle, trendy styles, athletic styling and even golf sandals for those that take the laid back approach to the game.
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A History of Golf Shoes
As with most technology, the humble pair of golf shoes has evolved over time with shoes today lighter and more robust than they have ever been. However the move from metal spikes to the modern shoe hasn’t been without its share of controversy.
At the turn of the 20th century golf shoes were in a word, lethal. Spikes in the golf shoes were known to gauge into the feet and the heel of the shoe were weighted with 850 grams. Making life on the fairways dangerous.
The controversy around wearing the correct men’s golf shoes to help improve the game has been ongoing for over half a century. In the Scottish publication, ‘The Golfer’s Manual’ in 1857, reference was made to men’s golf shoes proving that the footwear has always been a bone of contention: “Let the novice invest in a pair of stout shoes (boots constrain the ankles too much), roughed with small nails or sprigs, and he will march comfortably and safely over the most slippery ground that can be turned out by the meridian sun in the dog days.”
Over the years, men’s golf shoes have evolved into lighter, more flexible shoes that have lost the cumbersome metal spikes but not without a battle. A debate raged about metal spiked men’s golf shoes as research studies proved that the spikes are detrimental to green turf and putting quality. As a result, many golf courses in the UK ban men’s metal-spiked golf shoes and there is a greater variety of rubber-soled studded golf shoes thanks to advances in technology. The decline of metal spikes in men’s golf shoes means less damage to courses, clubhouses and rubber designs are often more comfortable for the player.
As the game of golf has become more and more popular, ladies and men’s golf shoes have become a major concern for golf clubs that have to maintain their greens. More players means more damage to the greens. Eliminating or minimizing the effect of spikes in ladies and men’s golf shoes has an enormous impact on reducing the maintenance costs and improving the quality of the greens.