Q&A by: Jesse Henney, Marketing and Brand Manager: Titleist & FootJoy
FootJoy is all about golf. We live and breathe it every day, and golf is all we do – it’s an obsession. And that matters. Built for all styles of play, our shoes are comfortable, durable and always performance-driven. Let’s have a look at how FootJoy constructs one of the world best golf shoes.
The history of FootJoy golf shoes
In 1857 the Burt and Packard Shoe Company was founded in Brockton, Massachusetts. Soon thereafter they were named Field and Flint Company before eventually being called FootJoy in 1970. The company shot to prominence in 1927 after the company’s FootJoy line of shoes were the official line used by Walter Hagen and the United States team at the 1927 Ryder Cup. FootJoy won its first shoe count on the PGA Tour in 1945. Ever since, the company has designed and manufactured industry-leading products that are embraced by golfers of all skill levels leading the company to having the #1 Shoe, #1 Glove and #1 Sock in golf.
Invest in your game…
When you buy a pair of FootJoys, you are investing in your game. At FootJoy, we do not compromise. We believe in achieving a unique sense of balance between craftsmanship and technology, style and comfort, fit and function. It is a commitment that is reflected in every product we make, the quality of materials used and how we engage with the dedicated golfer.
Let’s talk the shoe from top to bottom…
1. Powerstrap:
The Pro SL golf shoe is our #1 selling golf shoe and the #1 used spikeless shoe on Tour. The shoe features an integrated power harness that delivers medial and lateral support for maximum control and power throughout the swing.
2. Chromoskin Leather:
Chromoskin leather, developed by Pittards of England, is a supple, lightweight, durable, and 100% waterproof leather. This provides the golfer with the ultimate in comfort and durability.
3. Fitbed:
Pro SL features a moulded foam fitbed to ensure all-day comfort underfoot. The Laser Plus Last offers a full rounded toe character, standard fit across forefoot and instep, with a slightly narrow heel. Thicker insole provides increased underfoot cushioning for enhanced comfort.
4. Dual Density Fit:
Comfort begins from the ground up. The Dual-Density D2 midsole delivers complete comfort by providing full foot support through the golf swing and impact absorption to make those walking days feel easy. The firm FTF foam delivers perimeter stability and the soft underfoot FTF foam brings cushioning and balance. It’s easily our most comfortable spikeless golf shoe.
5. Outsole
The Pro SL features our new infinity outsole which focuses on your swing and not your feet. The Infinity Outsole is the most stable spikeless golf shoe we’ve ever built, with 189 points of traction and 17% more surface area in the heel to provide the perfect grip and ground contact no matter the ground conditions.