Equipment
GolfWRX x TRENDYGOLF USA: The hottest trends in golf footwear today – Aesthetic
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.
First up, we took a look at the nostalgia-inspired footwear, and then footwear dedicated to Functionality. Now it’s time to check out what’s on offer in the ‘Aesthetic’ department.
So lace ‘em up, and let’s walk this “Aesthetic” landscape together!
Aesthetic
Puma
Color options: Navy, White, Black
‘The Ignite NXT Crafted shoes are brand new this season from Puma Golf. These spikeless golf shoes are the newest release from their NXT range and feature a natural leather saddle for a sophisticated look while the organically altered traction pattern ensures you have sure footing on almost any surface.’
Ignite PWRADAPT Caged Stars and Stripes – $169.99
Color Code: Stars and Stripes
G/FORE
Limited Edition Seasonal Camo MG4.1 – $225
Color Code: Pearl
‘This shoe is a multi-functional golf shoe that sets a fully evolved standard for the market. With the seamless integration of a one-piece engineered knit upper, auxetic lattice mid-sole, triple-density cushioned foot-bed, and a saw-tooth traction pattern on the sole, you’ll get outstanding stability on the course while maintaining a modern style off.’
Color Code: Snow/Twilight
‘The Deck Disruptor from G/FORE combines the best of street style and brings it to golf. A TG favorite which is perfect for the stylish golfer wanting to make a statement this season. This shoe is designed with all the same premium G/FORE outsole details optimising traction, flexibility and support.’
Color Code: Espresso
‘The Pintuck Gallivanter is back this season from G/FORE. This shoe was custom designed by G/FORE’s team of footwear expert as a twist on the classic men’s split-toe dress shoe. The pintuck gallivanter boasts an ultra-lightweight sole coupled with a bespoke cleat design for optimal on-course traction.’
FootJoy
1857 Assymetric Saddle Shoe – $495
Color Codes: White/Chestnut Croc, White/White Croc
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Whats in the Bag
Sam Burns WITB 2024 (April)
- Sam Burns’ what’s in the bag accurate as of the RBC Heritage.
Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond S (9 degrees @10)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 7 TX
3-wood: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond T (15 degrees @16)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 X
Hybrid: Callaway Apex UW (21 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 X
Irons: Callaway Apex TCB ’24 (4-AW)
Shafts: Project X 6.5 (4-PW), True Temper Dynamic Gold X100 Tour Issue (AW)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (56-14F @55), WedgeWorks Proto (60-T)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold S400 Tour Issue (56, 60)
Putter: Odyssey Ai-One #7S
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Align
Ball: Callaway Chrome Tour X
Check out more in-hand photos of Sam Burns’ WITB in the forums.
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Whats in the Bag
Will Zalatoris WITB 2024 (April)
- Will Zalatoris’ what’s in the bag accurate as of the RBC Heritage.
Driver: Titleist TSR2 (9 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Black 7 X (44.5 inches)
3-wood: Titleist TSi2 (15 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 8 X
Irons: Titleist T350 (3), Titleist T150 (4-PW)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Prototype G.O.S.T. 10 ST X (3), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 (4-PW)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (50-08F, 54-10S @55, 60-04T)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Putter: L.A.B. Golf Mezz.1 Max
Grips: Golf Pride Z-Grip Cord
See more photos of Will Zalatoris’ WITB in the forums.
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Equipment
New Level launches new 480-DB irons, blending performance and forgiveness
New Level has been making some really good golf equipment since the company started up in 2018. Offering irons that are more geared towards the better player, precision has been a fundamental philosophy for New Level in creating irons and wedges.
The 480 line of irons has been the flagship of the brand, and the newest member of that team is the 480-DB iron that is now open to pre-orders. A new cavity design is what the whole 480 line is about, and the 480-DB takes advantage of that with added ball speed and a larger sweet spot.
For players who require their irons to offer the best feel, rest assured the DB is a fully forged (from 1020 carbon steel) one-piece golf club. No multi-piece, hollow design with this iron.
While the 480-DB is the next generation of the popular 902-OS, New Level didn’t follow the current trend in golf by chasing distance with the new iron. They actually weakened the lofts on the 480-DB with the spec sheet showing a 33-degree 7-iron and 45-degree pitching wedge. These lofts allow the DB to have less offset while still offering consistent distance off the face.
A traditional design was also at the forefront of the new irons to make sure that golfers with an eye for detail can look down at them with confidence that they will perform under any condition.
A weight low in the back cavity will allow their master club builders to dial in the perfect weight for the golfer, no matter the length or shaft being used. New Level believes that the new 480-DB is one of the most forgiving one-piece forged irons on the market today. A pre-worn leading edge on the sole should get through the turf quickly and with reduced digging for better turf interaction.
You can pre-order the New Level 480-DB right now on the New Level website.
Pricing specs availability
- Irons: 4-PW
- Price: $149/oron
- Availability: Pre-order
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Jason
Nov 9, 2020 at 7:07 am
While these shoes look nice, you can find the same performance in less expensive brands. It just seems that these shoes are meant to feed a person’s ego rather than cover their feet.
not gianni
Nov 9, 2020 at 2:02 pm
that $40 adidas pair on amazon that gianni loves is probably an objectively better shoe than all of these….