Lightweight Dress Shoe
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US $34.99
Golf Shoes That Won't Spoil A Good Walk
If you typically walk the golf course rather than taking a cart, you wouldn't dream of lugging a hefty leather "staff" bag around for 18 holes, right? You shouldn't saddle your feet with burdensome golf shoes, either.
Consider that an average golf course measures in the neighborhood of 6,500 yards from tee to green (for men playing from the regular tees). Those 3.7 miles form the bulk of your trek, but there's more to this march. For example, the walk from the clubhouse to the course, the distance between greens and tees (often substantial on courses built amidst housing tracts), and trips to the trees and elsewhere to hunt for stray shots.
By the time you reach the 19th hole, you've likely logged five miles and then some. Quite possibly on hilly terrain. With a bagful of clubs in tow.
Long story short: If you intend to walk the course regularly, a pair of comfortable, lightweight golf shoes is highly recommended.
Here are a few essential guidelines when shopping for walking golf shoes:
They should be as light as possible.
These days, even the heaviest golf shoes are light by historical standards. For that you can thank the chemists who developed ultralight materials that are remarkably durable. Some lightweight golf shoes are made with synthetic leather, but old-fashioned cowhide is readily available, too.
Major manufacturers have engaged in a race to the bottom when it comes to shoe weight. Many togs tip the scales at less than a pound apiece; one upstart company recently introduced an 11-ounce model it claims to be the lightest worn on the PGA Tour.
They should be waterproof.
Or at the very least, water resistant. What's the difference? Waterproof means there's no way moisture is getting through the outer membrane, come heck or high H2O. Water resistant shoes, on the other hand, will turn away the wet stuff for only so long before some seeps through.
This feature is more important than you may think. A four-plus hour round of golf presents a large weather window, and early tee times mean slogging through morning dew. If you're the type who never gives up on a lost golf ball, you could even wind up ankle deep in a pond.
You'll want moisture wicking.
Not long ago, this was considered a luxury. Now it's possible to dress head to toe in clothing made from moisture wicking materials. But if your golf shoes are waterproof, what's the need? Actually, the wicking fabric is on the inside of the shoe, so it sucks dampness - OK, sweat - right off the feet.
Flexibility is critical.
Stiff shoes are one thing on your wedding day. On the golf course? Completely unacceptable. Again, technology has all but eliminated inflexibility from golf shoes, whether they're made from real leather, faux cow or fabric.
Still, it's always a good idea to try on shoes and walk a few paces before purchasing.
Memory foam is icing on the cake.
If you've ever slept on a bed made of memory foam, you can imagine the wonders it does for the feet. It's not a necessity, but you won't regret a step if you splurge on golf shoes lined with this stuff.
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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Rachel Shoes Kids' Taylor Dress Shoe $30 Rachel Shoes Kids' Taylor Dress Shoe |
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Payless Teeny Toes Boys' Infant Dress Oxford $12.99 "This sleek dress shoe features contrast stitching, a Quick on/Quick off alternative closure, and a lightweight and flexible outsole for proper bone and muscle development. Manmade materials." |
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Big Boys - Charles Dress Shoe $29.99 Charles dress shoe features a modern look square toe, lace-up closure, faux leather upper, comfortable footbed/lining and a durable rubber sole. Available in Black. Sizes 1+-7+ and 12.5-13.5. |
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Kalso Earth Shoe Reagan Oxfords Men Bark $88.98 This stylish men's oxford has two sides ? one that?s as handsome as a matinee idol and one that?s polished as a world leader. Brilliantly lightweight, the Kalso Earth? Shoe Reagan gives off the appearance of a reliable men's dress shoe, with the unexpected fitness benefits and environmental consciousness known to Earth shoes to give it true substance. A padded collar fits snugly around the ankle for a perfect fit. Improve your wellness with the Kalso Earth? Shoe Reagan. |
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Rockport Women's Bonnie Boat Shoe $55 Rockport has always been one step ahead of the times, believing the perfect shoe has not yet been invented. This positive dissatisfaction compels them to constantly improve upon their footwear. Founded in 1971, they were the first company to use advanced athletic technologies in casual shoes to achieve lightweight comfort, and the first company to engineer walking comfort in dress and casual shoes. |
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Mad Rock Men's Hustler Lightweight Approach Shoe $44.98 Ideal for a day of hiking or just relaxing with friends, Mad Rock's Hustler is a sporty approach shoe built for everyday comfort. Its padded tongue and collar, protective toe rand, and classic dot tread sole offer support and traction. |
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Kenneth Cole Reaction En-Danced Dress Shoe (Little Kid) $48.95 Kenneth Cole Reaction En-Danced Dress Shoe (Little Kid) |
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Touch Ups Wendy Dress Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $45 Touch Ups Wendy Dress Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) |
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Amiana Little Kid/Big Kid 15/A0630 Dress Shoe $52.48 Amiana Little Kid/Big Kid 15/A0630 Dress Shoe |
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Royal Elastics Men's Brother Roland Lo Plus Dress Shoe $55 Royal Elastics Men's Brother Roland Lo Plus Dress Shoe |
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Triple Crown Custom Lightweight Wool Dress Sheet $259.95 The Triple Crown Light Weight Wool Custom Dress Sheet brings versatility to the classic features of the traditional wool dress sheet. This lighter weight wool version is the American Horse Shows Association preferred award blanket. The lightweight wool is ideally suited for warmer climes of Wellington or Indio and easily outfits your horse for any event. This blanket has all the optional features of a classic dress sheet: hip ornaments; your choice of cut; surcingle and buckle selection. It monograms just beautifully as well If you are interested in the Custom embroidery please contact our customer service representatives at 888-305-5200 and they will help you with color style and monograms. We have provided the basic pricing for embroidery so you can get a general idea of what your selections will cost. We can certainly arrange for other options and depending upon what you would like the price may vary slightly. Please note: As this is a custom item it is not returnable except for manufacturer's defects. Please allow at least two weeks for the custom sheet to arrive at our offices. |
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