Full Version: Breaking In Footjoy Dryjoy PODS 2008
I bought a pair of dryjoy pods 2 days ago and played yesterday. this is my first tme wearing golf shoes so I expected some wear and tear on my feet. Well I had 1 blister on the heel of my right foot, not as bad as I thought. I would just like to know how long u guys think it will take to break in these shoes. I will be walking again on friday. Also, any tips on special ways to break in shoes would be appreciated
They should be broken in by now.
QUOTE(TitleistWI @ Jul 16 2008, 05:59 PM) 
They should be broken in by now.
I thought they would be broken in by now too but there not. Anyone else have tips on how to break in shoes, any sprays or flat out just wearing them all the time until they break in
just wear them to the range for a week, while putting/chipping/hitting etc, they should be good after that... i did this and then walked 36 holes with no problems.
Usually, Footjoys are pretty mcu broken in out of the box. I have several pair of DryJoy Pros that were that way, maybe those Pods are a little different. Sounds like your heel is slipping in back? Might be a bit too large or not tied securely enough? Try different socks, perhaps thicker.
It took me about 5 rounds with mine to get them truly broken in. I suffered with a blister on both little toes during this time, but now the shoes feel great. I still think my Nike's are better shoes, though, more stable.
QUOTE(lebanontngolfer @ Jul 16 2008, 09:14 PM)
It took me about 5 rounds with mine to get them truly broken in. I suffered with a blister on both little toes during this time, but now the shoes feel great. I still think my Nike's are better shoes, though, more stable.
I was a die hard FJ Dry JOy guy for years, then I tried on (and bought) 2 pair of TW SP8 Nikes, more comfy and the most stable shoe I've ever worn.
golfnike,
Here's a response to your question from the Dir. of Footwear Marketing at FootJoy...
Expecting wear and tear on your feet from a new pair of golf shoes should be a thing of the past. Many of today's golf shoes are developed using materials and construction techniques that closely mimic their traditional athletic shoe counterparts. Years ago there was certainly a 'break-in' period that was required with most golf shoes. Today, however, numerous brands offer shoes with "out-of-the-box comfort". Experiencing discomfort to the point of blistering is most-likely due to an improper fit. Our research has shown that nearly 80% of people wear the wrong sized shoes- with most of these folks wearing shoes that are too big. A very common misconception is that if you are a '10' in your favorite running shoe, then you are a 10 in a golf shoe of a different brand. Unfortunately, shoes will fit differently from brand to brand so it is critical that you try on shoes before making a purchase. It is fine to try on your 'normal' sz 10 first, but be sure to look for signs that the shoe fits properly before making the purchase. A few key indicators are as follows:
Shoe Fitting Checklist:
1) Make sure you are trying on the golf shoes with the same thickness of socks you will wear to play in.
2) Tighten the lace on the shoes from the bottom to the top (instead of just pulling the laces tight at the point of the knot, leaving the rest loose)
3) The eyerow should have a consistent separation on a u-throat design (eyelets are parallel all the way down) or a gradual opening on a bal design (eyerow creates a 'V' - together at the bottom and opens up gradually to the top.
4) You should have approx the width of your thumbnail from the end of your toe to the end of the shoe--- you will need this room to allow your foot to expand (feet will swell over the course of the day-- especially in hot conditions)
5) When walking around the shop in your new shoes there should be no noticeable heel slippage.
6) Remember size 10M in Brand X doesn't necessarily equal 10M in Brand Y - trust the proper fit/feel vs the number you are used to.
Signs your shoes don't fit:
1) You can pull it right off without untying it.
2) The eyerows are pulled completely together when shoe is tied - this is an indicator that the shoe is too wide for your foot.
3) There is a huge gap between the eyerows when the shoe is tied - this is an idicator that the shoe is too narrow for your foot.
4) When the shoe is on and tied, look for excess leather around the edges of the shoe (shoes would be too wide)
5) When the shoe is on and tied, look for any 'over hang' where your foot is filling up the shoe to the point where it begins to hang over the edges (shoes would be too narrow)
Hopefully these tips will help you achieve the correct fit for your feet.
Good Luck.
Here's a response to your question from the Dir. of Footwear Marketing at FootJoy...
Expecting wear and tear on your feet from a new pair of golf shoes should be a thing of the past. Many of today's golf shoes are developed using materials and construction techniques that closely mimic their traditional athletic shoe counterparts. Years ago there was certainly a 'break-in' period that was required with most golf shoes. Today, however, numerous brands offer shoes with "out-of-the-box comfort". Experiencing discomfort to the point of blistering is most-likely due to an improper fit. Our research has shown that nearly 80% of people wear the wrong sized shoes- with most of these folks wearing shoes that are too big. A very common misconception is that if you are a '10' in your favorite running shoe, then you are a 10 in a golf shoe of a different brand. Unfortunately, shoes will fit differently from brand to brand so it is critical that you try on shoes before making a purchase. It is fine to try on your 'normal' sz 10 first, but be sure to look for signs that the shoe fits properly before making the purchase. A few key indicators are as follows:
Shoe Fitting Checklist:
1) Make sure you are trying on the golf shoes with the same thickness of socks you will wear to play in.
2) Tighten the lace on the shoes from the bottom to the top (instead of just pulling the laces tight at the point of the knot, leaving the rest loose)
3) The eyerow should have a consistent separation on a u-throat design (eyelets are parallel all the way down) or a gradual opening on a bal design (eyerow creates a 'V' - together at the bottom and opens up gradually to the top.
4) You should have approx the width of your thumbnail from the end of your toe to the end of the shoe--- you will need this room to allow your foot to expand (feet will swell over the course of the day-- especially in hot conditions)
5) When walking around the shop in your new shoes there should be no noticeable heel slippage.
6) Remember size 10M in Brand X doesn't necessarily equal 10M in Brand Y - trust the proper fit/feel vs the number you are used to.
Signs your shoes don't fit:
1) You can pull it right off without untying it.
2) The eyerows are pulled completely together when shoe is tied - this is an indicator that the shoe is too wide for your foot.
3) There is a huge gap between the eyerows when the shoe is tied - this is an idicator that the shoe is too narrow for your foot.
4) When the shoe is on and tied, look for excess leather around the edges of the shoe (shoes would be too wide)
5) When the shoe is on and tied, look for any 'over hang' where your foot is filling up the shoe to the point where it begins to hang over the edges (shoes would be too narrow)
Hopefully these tips will help you achieve the correct fit for your feet.
Good Luck.
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