GolfWRX is and has been the destination for golf gear for some time—that is, everything that goes in your golf bag. But in addition to our best-in-the-industry coverage of club launches and what’s being played on tour, we want to bring you more info about exciting apparel and footwear trends in general and launches in particular.

The golf apparel and footwear landscape has changed massively since we launched the GolfWRX forums in 2008—long gone are the days of tent-sized polo shirts and saddle shoes as the only shows in town. To help play our way through the current course, we’re leaning on TRENDYGOLF USA, the self-professed “institution that wants to bring the latest designs from the trendiest designers around the world to the forefront of fashion, both on and off course.”

At GolfWRX, we believe the folks at TG USA are doing just that, and we couldn’t be happier to have them helping us with yardages and putt-reading, as it were.

For the first article in our series, we’re going to take a look at the dynamic and rapidly evolving world of golf footwear. TRENDYGOLF USA classifies golf footwear informally in the “nostalgia,” “functionality,” and “hype” categories.

First up, we’re taking a look at the nostalgia-inspired footwear. At once a new category in the golf footwear realm and the longest-tenured, the “nostalgia” footlocker is stocked with everything from the classic leather styles tour pros have favored for decades to footwear inspired by the iconic sneaker models of the ’80s and ’90s.

So lace ‘em up, and let’s walk this “nostalgia” landscape together!

Nostalgia

FootJoy Classics

Lots of golfers grew up playing in this style shoe and they are still offered in various designs today.

1857 Plain Toe Saddle Shoe – $495.00

Color Options: White/Chestnut Croc, White/White Croc

 

G/FORE

Provides a classic look with some updates to comfort and functionality (and typically lighter than Classics).

Limited Edition Camo Collection Gallivanter – $225

Color Code: Snow/Charcoal

Nike

Leading the way on crossover nostalgia footwear, Nike pulls from the brand’s strong history in other sports and streetwear and often drops these collections around major events in golf.

Air Zoom Victory Tour – $180

Color Code: Black/Metallic Dark Grey

Air Max 97G – $180

Color Codes: Black/White, White/Grey

 

Jordan 5 Low – $220

Color Code: Black/New Emerald/Grape Ice

Adidas

Also joining in on the nostalgia plays from the strength of their brand, Adidas has expanded the integration of its storied footwear history into its golf shoe offerings in recent years.  

SuperStar Golf Shoe – $130

Color Code: White/Core Black

Available on TG USA this week: The all-new Adidas ZX8000 Golf.

ZX8000 Golf – $130

The Adidas Originals’ ZX series was first released in 1984 and just this month Adidas Golf has created the limited-edition ZX 8000 Golf. Check out our full launch piece on the shoe here.

Stay tuned, as we’ll step into shoes designed for functionality above all else next!