Best shoes for disc golf.

[BSTM]

I am planning on buying a new pair of shoes to golf in. I think I want them to be water proof but other than that I am open to anything. What does everyone recommend?

[REDFIVE]

keen milos.

[Uhlman]

Originally Posted by BSTM

I am planning on buying a new pair of shoes to golf in. I think I want them to be water proof but other than that I am open to anything. What does everyone recommend?

Any shoe can be "water-proofed." I recomend a comfortable shoe with a good insole that has cross-trainer like traction (i.e. good on grass, dirt, concrete, or whatever). I use a pair of "water-proof" colman light hiking boots that I upgraded the insole in. I bought them a Bi-Mart for like $35 which is less than half the MSRP of the Keen Milo. I have used them daily for the last 6 months and I excpet them to last another 6 (I go through shoes rather quickly as I have mobility issues).

[Bruce]

I'm a big Keen fan myself. The Milo's are a great shoe

[olydiscgolf]

According to Killa...... no shoes are the best! He played Team Disc Golf at Yauger with out shoes!

[Adam Schneider]

I disagree with Uhlman's statement that "any shoe can be water-proofed." Unless he means wearing waterproof socks, like SealSkinz.

What you want in a disc golf shoe is waterproofness and a good sticky sole; beyond that, I think it's mostly personal preference.

[Uhlman]

Originally Posted by Adam Schneider

I disagree with Uhlman's statement that "any shoe can be water-proofed." Unless he means wearing waterproof socks, like SealSkinz.

What you want in a disc golf shoe is waterproofness and a good sticky sole; beyond that, I think it's mostly personal preference.

Have you not heard of sno seal? and no shoe is 100% waterproof (unless you are wearing rubber boots) either they are more water resistant any one who has been backpacking for any lenth of time knows that.

[Eric Olson]

The specific brand name on the shoe doesn't matter. The ideal DG shoe for the NW is a good fitting lightweight trail runner. A water resistant pair for half the year and a more breathable pair for the other half. Things I look for are light but reasonably durable uppers with a running shoe type midsole. I prefer some degree of lug sole also for traction. You don't want super sticky rubber though because it will wear out faster on concrete tees.

[CarlitosBonitos]

I have to say that purchasing a pair of
Salomon XT Wings 2 Trail-Running Shoes - Men's
Price: $130.00
Definatley the best disc golf shoe that I have used and if you do buy them at REI, you can return them at any time with almost no questions asked for a brand new pair, making the outrageous price alot more tolerable. I bought the non waterproof version and went through four pairs only having to pay for one, and now i have the waterproof version and surprisingly havent need to replace them and I have had them for 9 months wearing them very often.Oh yeah did I mention they are availble in Orange... Go Beavs

[T-Bird]

I like these.
Montrail Namche
$40 buck on Amazon (usually $99).
Super lightweight.

[Adam Schneider]

Originally Posted by T-Bird

Montrail Namche
$40 buck on Amazon (usually $99).

Wow, that's a great deal. If only I wasn't afraid to buy shoes without trying 'em on...

[NWDiscer]

Originally Posted by Adam Schneider

Wow, that's a great deal. If only I wasn't afraid to buy shoes without trying 'em on...

i gotta agree here.

i just can not bring myself to buy shoes without trying them on. i have found diff types/brands of shoes vary for me 1 full size plus.

["Over the Hill" Bob]

Originally Posted by Adam Schneider

Wow, that's a great deal. If only I wasn't afraid to buy shoes without trying 'em on...

I agree with you as I HAVE to have a shoe that fits good. That said, you CAN go to a local retailer that sells that shoe, try it on and find the size that's right, then go online and order.

Bob

[NWDiscer]

Originally Posted by "Over the Hill" Bob

I agree with you as I HAVE to have a shoe that fits good. That said, you CAN go to a local retailer that sells that shoe, try it on and find the size that's right, then go online and order.

Bob

of course Bob has to go and bring the logic to this thread......

[Uhlman]

I think you are going to get as many answers as "What is the best disc to throw?" with this question.

[putter anonymous]

Originally Posted by Uhlman

I think you are going to get as many answers as "What is the best disc to throw?" with this question.

There is no perfect disc, no perfect plastic, no perfect shoe. If there was we would all throw it and all wear it. Until then it all comes down to personal preference!

[T-Bird]

Originally Posted by "Over the Hill" Bob

I agree with you as I HAVE to have a shoe that fits good. That said, you CAN go to a local retailer that sells that shoe, try it on and find the size that's right, then go online and order.

Bob

Yes, I had to return the 1st pair I bought and order a full size larger.
Once they broke in and I realized how great the shoes were I ordered a second pair.
I was worried they would be discontinued (I've had that happen before).
Now that they are only $40 I am considering 1 or 2 more for the future.

[emmarose]

of course you never buy shoes without trying them on... but never buy them retail... try them on at REI or where ever and then buy them online for 1/2 the price at amazon, zappos, or sierratradingpost.com...

i highly recommend salomon gore tex trail runners (i believe they offer a few different models, at least for women)... i've been wearing salomons for 8 years, now, for golfing and love love love them (but ladies, stay away from the red ones from this season... faulty gore tex and my "no tie" laces just busted... first time i've ever been bummed)... they're roomy, supportive, great traction, last the whole year and i am comfortable buying them online now, because they are consistent in size...

peace,
em

[Tim]

Originally Posted by frizbeerose

of course you never buy shoes without trying them on... but never buy them retail... try them on at REI or where ever and then buy them online for 1/2 the price at amazon, zappos, or sierratradingpost.com...

i highly recommend salomon gore tex trail runners (i believe they offer a few different models, at least for women)... i've been wearing salomons for 8 years, now, for golfing and love love love them (but ladies, stay away from the red ones from this season... faulty gore tex and my "no tie" laces just busted... first time i've ever been bummed)... they're roomy, supportive, great traction, last the whole year and i am comfortable buying them online now, because they are consistent in size...

peace,
em

True dat. I find that once you figure out how one brand of shoe fits, you can use that as a gauge for future purchases. I'm a fan of Salomons too, and only buy shoes when I find them on a good sale (usually online). They've all been pretty much true to size, though the most recent pair I got seems to be a smidge smaller than usual.

And Em, you might try contacting Salomon to see if they'll send you a replacement lace. You can buy replacement ones I know, but you might be able to pick one up for free, especially if it broke after not much use. I had a pair a while ago with that quick lace system, and I loved it--got another pair coming my way soon! BTW, for those that aren't worried about buying shoes online, Steep and Cheap seems to have been selling a good amount of Salomons lately so you might want to keep an eye out.

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by Tim

True dat. I find that once you figure out how one brand of shoe fits, you can use that as a gauge for future purchases. I'm a fan of Salomons too, and only buy shoes when I find them on a good sale (usually online). They've all been pretty much true to size, though the most recent pair I got seems to be a smidge smaller than usual.

And Em, you might try contacting Salomon to see if they'll send you a replacement lace. You can buy replacement ones I know, but you might be able to pick one up for free, especially if it broke after not much use. I had a pair a while ago with that quick lace system, and I loved it--got another pair coming my way soon! BTW, for those that aren't worried about buying shoes online, Steep and Cheap seems to have been selling a good amount of Salomons lately so you might want to keep an eye out.

thanks, tim... i went to their website and there was no cookie or anything for "contact us", but i felt like they would want to do right by me, since i am such a loyal customer... i'll keep trying. especially since i no longer have the receipt or record of sale or anything from sierratradingpost... and i loathe the hassle of returning stuff, anyway...

peace,
em