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| Tips For Buying Golf Shoes |
there are three main criteria to consider. The length of your foot,
and heel.
Foot Length
Have your feet measured at a reputable golf or shoe store using a
Brannock device. You will be measured from your heel to the
longest toe (not always the big toe) and you should be fit to the
largest foot (most people have different size feet). Later in the
day is the best time to be fit as your feet swell as the day goes on.
Have your feet measured about once a year as they tend to get
larger as you get older.
Arch Length and Shape
Have your arch lengths measured as well and again fit to the
larger size. If your arch length is size 9.5 and your foot length is
size 9 then you should purchase the size 9.5. This is to ensure
the shoe flexes at the correct point for you and will be most
comfortable. The shape of the arch is referred to as flat/low arch,
neutral arch and high arch. If you do not already know the shape
of your arch you can find instructions online to measure it – go to
www.newbalance.com - total fit - find your total fit. Basically you
step on a wet surface and then step on a dry surface and check
out what your foot print looks like and compare it to the examples
that you view online. If you have a high arch then be sure to get a
shoe with extra arch support and preferably better stability as well.
Width of Heel and Forefoot
Once again have both feet width measured using the Brannock
device which will measure the forefoot width only. For men a D
width is medium (standard), EE is wide and EEEE is extra wide.
For women AA is narrow, B is medium (standard) and D is wide
width. The shoe width should be snug for support, but not tight
and uncomfortable. Look at the gap between the laces, if it is a
very large gap you may need a wider shoe. Also, if you have
never bought wide width shoes before and have been comfortable
then you probably don’t need them now. Heel width is not
measurable with a Brannock device, however again you can use
history as a guide. If you have had many problems in the past
with your heel slipping, then you likely have a narrow heel. Some
companies publish their shoe characteristics (Footjoy for example
will tell you the "last" the shoe is built on, a "last" is the form that
the shoe is built around) so you can ask your salesperson which
shoe is the best fit for you or research it yourself online. Your
best fit is with no heel movement or slippage at all, if that is not
possible then the least amount of movement is best.
More technology:
Also to consider are the 7 Adidas technologies which address the
following factors. Stability which gives you a stable platform,
Power that is achieved through keeping the foot firmly in place,
Grip which is a combination of permanent and changeable soft
spikes, Comfort which is padding throughout the shoe, Elements
that is accomplished with waterproof and breathable materials,
Cushioning that is in the heel for long lasting comfort and
Durability through the use of wear resistant outsole and abrasion
resistant material covering the toe area.
Try them on!
Now that you know your size and width, features and benefits, try
on the shoes you think are best. Lace them up and walk around
in the store, as there really is no substitute for doing this. They
should be “Comfortably Snug” as Footjoy recommends and
should feel supported with little or no slipping and you should be
able to move your toes in the shoe easily. It is also a good idea to
try a size larger or smaller when in doubt, or a size wider or more
narrow as needed. Also your feet swell later in the day so keep
that in mind when shopping. When undecided between two sizes
it is best to buy the larger size or wider width and then take up the
difference with thicker socks. You are twice as likely to buy a pair
of shoes that are too small as compared to buying a pair that are
too big.
Now that you understand the basics of shoe fitting you will be able
to make a more educated buying decision.
Good luck in your search!
Any questions or comments regarding the above
information contact: Darcy Schmidt at 905 732 9692 or drop
by Golf Stuff in Welland
and heel.
Foot Length
Have your feet measured at a reputable golf or shoe store using a
Brannock device. You will be measured from your heel to the
longest toe (not always the big toe) and you should be fit to the
largest foot (most people have different size feet). Later in the
day is the best time to be fit as your feet swell as the day goes on.
Have your feet measured about once a year as they tend to get
larger as you get older.
Arch Length and Shape
Have your arch lengths measured as well and again fit to the
larger size. If your arch length is size 9.5 and your foot length is
size 9 then you should purchase the size 9.5. This is to ensure
the shoe flexes at the correct point for you and will be most
comfortable. The shape of the arch is referred to as flat/low arch,
neutral arch and high arch. If you do not already know the shape
of your arch you can find instructions online to measure it – go to
www.newbalance.com - total fit - find your total fit. Basically you
step on a wet surface and then step on a dry surface and check
out what your foot print looks like and compare it to the examples
that you view online. If you have a high arch then be sure to get a
shoe with extra arch support and preferably better stability as well.
Width of Heel and Forefoot
Once again have both feet width measured using the Brannock
device which will measure the forefoot width only. For men a D
width is medium (standard), EE is wide and EEEE is extra wide.
For women AA is narrow, B is medium (standard) and D is wide
width. The shoe width should be snug for support, but not tight
and uncomfortable. Look at the gap between the laces, if it is a
very large gap you may need a wider shoe. Also, if you have
never bought wide width shoes before and have been comfortable
then you probably don’t need them now. Heel width is not
measurable with a Brannock device, however again you can use
history as a guide. If you have had many problems in the past
with your heel slipping, then you likely have a narrow heel. Some
companies publish their shoe characteristics (Footjoy for example
will tell you the "last" the shoe is built on, a "last" is the form that
the shoe is built around) so you can ask your salesperson which
shoe is the best fit for you or research it yourself online. Your
best fit is with no heel movement or slippage at all, if that is not
possible then the least amount of movement is best.
More technology:
Also to consider are the 7 Adidas technologies which address the
following factors. Stability which gives you a stable platform,
Power that is achieved through keeping the foot firmly in place,
Grip which is a combination of permanent and changeable soft
spikes, Comfort which is padding throughout the shoe, Elements
that is accomplished with waterproof and breathable materials,
Cushioning that is in the heel for long lasting comfort and
Durability through the use of wear resistant outsole and abrasion
resistant material covering the toe area.
Try them on!
Now that you know your size and width, features and benefits, try
on the shoes you think are best. Lace them up and walk around
in the store, as there really is no substitute for doing this. They
should be “Comfortably Snug” as Footjoy recommends and
should feel supported with little or no slipping and you should be
able to move your toes in the shoe easily. It is also a good idea to
try a size larger or smaller when in doubt, or a size wider or more
narrow as needed. Also your feet swell later in the day so keep
that in mind when shopping. When undecided between two sizes
it is best to buy the larger size or wider width and then take up the
difference with thicker socks. You are twice as likely to buy a pair
of shoes that are too small as compared to buying a pair that are
too big.
Now that you understand the basics of shoe fitting you will be able
to make a more educated buying decision.
Good luck in your search!
Any questions or comments regarding the above
information contact: Darcy Schmidt at 905 732 9692 or drop
by Golf Stuff in Welland