Equipment
Nike FI Impact spikless golf shoes

Gone are the days of the clunky, thick-spiked golf shoes and blistering feet at the end of a round. Nike is set to release the new 2014 line of men’s and women’s Free-Inspired (FI) Footwear, which are light, spikeless and form-fitting.
These shoes, which were designed with input from LPGA star Suzann Pettersen, have an athletic design to optimize comfort and performance.
Modeled on the ever-popular Nike Free running and training shoes, the Nike FI Impact golf shoes add numerous upgrades from the standard shoe. Both men’s and ladies’ styles will be available on Aug. 1, and will sell for $160.
The outer aspect of the Nike FI Impact shoe is natural-motion engineered, which allows for the material to conform during foot movements. This aids in prolonging ground-contact time and increased energy transfer from foot to ground for a more powerful swing. According to Nike, the Integrated Traction technology of the shoes allows for a natural feel without compromising protection or stability.
The dynamic fit upper portion of the shoe has perforations to enhance breathability and ventilation — a must for those playing in the summer heat. The tongue, an often forgotten part of the shoe, has also been updated to utilize a full mesh composition for added comfort. Even with the lightweight nature of the shoe, there is still a waterproof option available.
Although skeptical at first as to the spikeless outsole, Pettersen recognized the major design potential of the FI Impact shoes saying “after I tried them once, I was dying to get them on my feet in competition.” The current No. 3-ranked golfer in the Rolex ranking system first wore these shoes at the LPGA’s LOTTE Championship in April, where she carded all four rounds in the 60s to win the tournament. With four top-10s since, Pettersen and the FI Impact shoes are making headlines.
Multiple styles and colors are available. Check out the photos below to see the available colors and styles.
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Equipment
Modern Classics (Ep. 3): Testing the TaylorMade Rocketballz RBZ Tour from 2012

GolfWRX recently launched a new 8-part video series, called “The Modern Classics,” in partnership with 2nd Swing Golf. Throughout this video series, GolfWRX’s Head of Tour Content, Andrew Tursky, tests out 8 legendary used golf clubs that are still being played on Tour today. How do the older, less expensive products compare to modern technologies?
In the first two episode’s Tursky tested out TaylorMade’s Tour Preferred MC 2011 irons, and Adams Idea Pro hybrids from 2006.
For episode 3, we highlight the TaylorMade Rocketballz RBZ Tour 3-wood, which first hit the market in 2012. The fairway woods are currently available for $84.99 on 2nd Swing’s website.
Check out the video at the top of the page for more on the product, design, and how it stands up in testing against a modern 3-wood.
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Whats in the Bag
Doug Ghim WITB 2023 (January)

- Doug Ghim what’s in the bag accurate as of the The American Express. More photos from the event here.
Driver: TaylorMade Stealth Plus (9 degrees)
Shaft: Aldila Rogue White 130 MSI 70 TX
3-wood: TaylorMade Stealth Plus (15 degrees)
Shaft: Aldila Rogue White 130 MSI 80 TX
5-wood: TaylorMade Stealth Plus (19 degrees)
Shaft: Aldila Rogue 130 MSI 80 TX
Irons: Titleist T200 (4), Titleist T100
Shafts: Project X 125 6.5
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (PW, GW, SW, LW)
Shafts: Project X 125 6.5
Putter: Scotty Cameron Tourtype SSS 350 g
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
Grips: Lamkin Crossline 360 Cord
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John Pak WITB 2023 (January)

- John Pak what’s in the bag accurate as of The American Express. More photos from the event here.
Driver: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (9 @9.75), TaylorMade Stealth Plus (9 degrees)
Shaft: Graphite Design Tour AD IZ 6 X, Graphite Design Tour AD IZ 6 S
3-wood: TaylorMade Stealth Plus (15 degrees @ 14.25)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Red 8 TX
Irons: TaylorMade Tour Preferred UDI (2), TaylorMade P7MC (8)
Shafts: Graphite Design Tour AD (2), Nippon N.S. Pro Modus 3 Tour 125 S
Wedges: TaylorMade MG3 (46-SB09, 50-SB09, 54-SB11, 58-SB11)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus 3 Tour 125 S
Putter: TaylorMade Spider GT Notchback
Grip: Golf Pride Pro Only
Grips: Golf Pride Z Grip Cord
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Kevin
Dec 20, 2013 at 11:22 pm
Just bought a pair of these today and I love them! I have these and the TW13s and both are awesome shoes that I hope never wear out! The Impacts are lighter and cooler and still have great traction.
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Gmatt
Jul 29, 2013 at 1:00 pm
Some of these versions aren’t bad looking at all. My only thought would be walking with this tread on the greens and the indentations they would cause as compared to the sole/spike patter on the TW13 or 14
Jack
Jul 5, 2013 at 2:46 am
So are the TW 14’s much better than these?
Bob
Jul 5, 2013 at 8:51 am
Just bought a pair of the TW 14 and they are very comforatable. Can’t see this shoe being in the same category
DB
Jul 24, 2013 at 2:46 pm
Could be even better, if it’s lighter and cooler. And cheaper.
Tim
Jul 4, 2013 at 11:14 pm
But do they come in Wide widths??? That’s been the problem with the ‘free’ shoes.
Sean
Jul 4, 2013 at 8:48 pm
Might be worth a look for next season. I like the idea of a “sneaker” with “spikeless” spikes. August 1st is a bit late for me.
Kim
Jul 4, 2013 at 4:30 pm
Suzanne PettersEn, she´s Norwegian you know.. 😉 🙂
Zak Kozuchowski
Jul 4, 2013 at 6:01 pm
You’re right. And it’s Suzann 😉