Spikeless

Spikeless golf shoes have earned their place: modern rubber outsoles grip far better than they used to, and you can walk 18, drive home and head to the pub without changing. In dry-to-damp conditions, most golfers give up very little.

Our pros judge spikeless pairs on real traction rather than looks, plus cushioning that survives a full round. When winter arrives and the ground softens, switch to spikes.