Whether you’re playing 9 or 18 holes, you’re going to be on your feet and doing a considerable amount of walking, therefore comfort is an important consideration when choosing a pair of golf shoes. When choosing spikeless golf shoes, consider factors such as flexibility, comfort, and the material of the soles, uppers, and lining. The difference between spiked and spikeless shoes has become less noticeable and many brands now offer the same models in both spiked and spikeless styles.

Another consideration is the durability, with spiked shoes generally being more durable due to the spikes being replaceable once they’ve worn down. On the other hand, spikeless shoes will inevitably wear down the more you wear them and you don’t have the luxury of replacing the spikes to regain traction on the course. The primary reason golfers opt for spiked shoes is for extra stability in wetter conditions, with most modern spiked golf shoes using a softer, plastic material over metal spikes since most golf courses have outlawed them. Nevertheless, unless you regularly play in wet weather, most spikeless models offer excellent grip and stability due to brands investing heavily in their technology to produce hybrid shoes that offer the best of both worlds. Where spikeless shoes shine compared to spiked models is for their versatility. You can wear them to drive to the course, walk to the green, and to the clubhouse after your game, whereas with spiked shoes you will have to change them once you get on the course.