Absolutely. You wouldn't
play baseball in slippers, and you shouldn't play golf in running shoes. Golf
shoes provide traction, anchoring you to the ground to prevent slipping, and
lateral stability, preventing your foot from sliding inside the shoe. This
allows you to push off the ground harder, adding power to your drive while
protecting your ankles and knees over 18 holes.

Follow these simple steps to extend the life of your shoes:

• Knock off the debris: Use a brush to remove grass and mud after every round.
• Wash gently: Remove the laces and inner soles, then scrub the uppers with warm water and mild soap (an old toothbrush works wonders).
• Air dry only: Never put leather golf shoes near a heater or radiator, as this can crack the leather and ruin the waterproofing. Let them air dry at room temperature.

It depends on the style. Spikeless golf shoes are designed with versatility in mind and can absolutely be worn to the 19th hole and beyond. Spiked golf shoes, however, should never be worn off the course. Walking on concrete will ruin the cleats, and wearing them indoors can damage hardwood or carpeted floors.

Scheffler wears the Nike Victory Pro 4. Known for his unique 'Scottie Shuffle', he actually helped design this shoe to provide the specific traction and stability needed to support his swing without slipping. You can shop the same Nike technology he uses right here at Austad's, but we can't guarantee they'll make you world number one!

DeChambeau is the face of Reebok Golf and wears the Reebok Nano Golf shoe. They're cushioned to the point of feeling almost springy as you drive the ball and walk across the course. Style-wise, they're more running shoe than traditional golf wear.

McIlroy completed the Grand Slam in 2025 earing Nike golf shoes. He's chosen the Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour series for several seasons. It blends a classic, sophisticated leather look with Nike's modern Flyplate technology, originally developed for track and field athletes. This helps generate maximum energy return and power off the tee.