The Best Golf Shoes for Walking

By Marc Jenkins

The Best Golf Shoes for Walking
While taking to the golf course the comfort of walking 18 holes is just as important as traction, stability and any other quality a golfer needs in a golf shoe. It is so vital because more time than not when a golfer is on a course he is on his feet and on the move on those feet. So in essence the optimal walking shoe is just as important as the right set of clubs or proper golf ball. The more relaxed a golfer can become on his feet, the more inclined he will be to go the distance and make every hole count, which will show up on the scorecard at the end of the round. Here are the top three golf shoes in terms of comfort which have golfers raving across the nation.

Ecco Cool Hydromax Series

The Ecco Cool Hydromax Series golf shoes are by the most comfortable golf shoes for walking accessible to all right now. The Cool Hydromax's relief on golfers' feet are unparalleled by any other golf shoe and the sporty design is inspired by street fashion which gives them a look all their own on the course. The Ecco Cool Hydromax Series golf shoes are constructed with a weather-resistant Hydromax soft, leather upper sole as well as a removable Comfort Fiber System leather foot bed and insole.

The Ecco Cool Hydromax Golf Shoes contain an extremely flexible and durable TPU (Thermo Plastic Urethane) out sole which gives the shoes both an unmatched comfort and the ability to with stand almost anything. The Cool Hydromax shoes are fully equipped with the best golf spikes on the market, the Champ Scorpion Stinger Spikes with a patented Q-LOK system, which makes for easy removing, adjusting and cleaning of your shoe's spikes. The Cool Hydromax shoes also contain a pre-molded traction bars for maximum grip and a moisture-absorbent comfort fiber that is crucial to keeping feet at a desired temperature.

The only glaring difference between the Cool Hydromax I and II is the Gore-Tex technology that is used in the newer version that enhances breathability with the shoe. The Ecco Cool Hydromax golf shoes are a must have for any golfer who hits the course on a regular basis, due to their complete comfortably and price. The shoes range from $140 to $190 at many sporting goods stores and golf pro shops.

Adidas Tour 360 Series Golf Shoes

The Adidas Tour 360 Series golf shoes are tremendously comparable to the Ecco Cool Hydromax Series in walking comfort. The highlight of the Tour 360 Series golf shoes is Adidas' patented THiNTech low-profile technology, which brings golfers closer to the course and provides constant stability while striking the ball solidly through the zone.

The unique 3D Foam Fit sock liner gives users exceptional support and ease after 18 long grueling holes due to the remarkable custom fit feeling. While Adidas' 360WRAP support system offers premium upper stability and assists with the custom fit feeling, which allows golfers to walk effortlessly and continuously until they are ready to call it a day. The Tour 360 Golf Shoes use a 10-cleat TRAXION provides a very secure grip and stability, while the Tour 360 LTD's incorporate a DTAC cleat system which gives golfers an even improved grip and comfort for the feet.

With Adidas Tour 360 Series golf shoes, a golfer will gain the comfort and stability needed to complete the round and put up a low score. The Adidas Tour 360 golf shoes are available at many retailers for $180, while the Tour 360 LTD's cost a slight bit more with a price tag around $250.

FootJoy Super Lite Golf Shoes

The FootJoy Super Lite golf shoes are the most affordable of the best golf shoes in terms of walking comfort currently available. They are absolutely the lightest golf shoe that FootJoy manufactures. The ultra-soft leather upper sole lined with quality polyurethane along with its Ultra-Lightweight EVA Outsole with TPU inserts make the FootJoy Super Lite tremendously comfortable when walking the entire course a few times.

The FootJoy Super Lite golf shoes are accompanied by the one and only Champ Scorpion Stinger golf spikes which give them an accentuated level of gripping ability, all-important comfort and total convenience with the fast-twisting, Q-LOK system for detaching, reattaching and cleaning. The Super Lites are also made with a full rounded toe character which gives its users a fuller fit across the forefoot and a much fuller instep.

Altogether the FootJoy Super Lite golf shoes may be the best value for a golfer's dollar when taken into the consideration the cost and the fact that they are very high quality golf shoes and extremely comfortable for walking. The FootJoy Super Lite golf shoes are available at many sporting goods stores and golf pro shops at a price tag of around $60.


These golf shoes are part of an elite group of golf shoes that are comfortable for walking. Players will have the ability to walk comfortably hole after hole, while their competition will be in much need of a rest. Putting the proper footwear on could mean the difference between a pleasant and and leisurely day on the course or a pathetic, losing, painful one.

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About The Author

Marc Jenkins has been writing since 2008. His work has appeared in numerous online publications, and he is also co-host of the Double Play Sports Hour, a sports talk radio show on WBCR 1090AM in New York City. He studied English and mass communications at Virginia State University.
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