Best Winter Golf Shoes 2024

Golf is a game that can be played all year round so it makes sense to have clubs, apparel and golf shoes that can deal with some of the worst winter conditions. That typically tends to be rain, wind and the cold. Most of the best golf shoes can do generally handle adverse conditions, but there are some that excel when the conditions get wetter, more slippery and just generally more miserable. In this guide, we will be walking you through (pardon the pun) some of our favorite golf shoes that perform better in the winter months.

So, what factors are important to think about when picking a pair of winter golf shoes? Firstly, the shoes must have excellent waterproofing to keep any standing water or rain out. Wetter winter weather means that stability and grip are important too because the ground can be very soft and slippery. We'll be highlighting some of the top spiked models and best spikeless golf shoes in this guide and while spikes ultimately provide better overall grip than spikeless, you'd be surprised with how well some of the spikeless options on this list can handle wet ground. 

As we all know, a lack of grip and stability means a lack in confidence during the swing, so the best winter golf shoe should give you plenty of confidence to swing hard and fast during the winter months. We'd also say that the best black golf shoes are great for winter too, as they help to keep those muddy stains at bay. Acknowledging all of this, we have compiled a list of the best golf shoes to deal with winter conditions below. Plus while you're here, why not also check out some other golf guides we including, the best waterproof golf shoes or best golf shoes for wide feet.

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Best Winter Golf Shoes

Spiked

The adidas ZG23 is an impressive update on the adidas ZG21 golf shoe. Renowned for its support, robust stability and its grippy sole design, the ZG21 was a favorite among many players, but the ZG23 has expanded on that, to become one of the best spiked golf shoes available right now. 

The highlight of the ZG23 is its upgraded midsole which now features adidas' new Lightstrike and Lightstrike Pro cushioning technology. It replaces the Boost padding seen in many of the best best adidas golf shoes. Now while Boost was a big hit among many golfers, the new Lightstrike technology expands on the comfort that it provided to produce a very smooth ride out on the golf course. It is soft and supple and works very nicely with the comfy waterproof upper. Overall, we felt these shoes really did offer exemplary comfort right throughout our round of golf, akin to many of the most comfortable golf shoes on the market.

So how do we think they'd fare as a winter golf shoe? Well, very nicely actually. We certainly loved the grip on offer here which comes with a six-cleat design that is complimented by plenty of rubber lugs that help to give additional traction on the ground. That really did give us a lot of confidence that we could easily rip through each shot while wearing these excellent golf shoes. 

• Read our full Adidas ZG23 Golf Shoe Review
  

FootJoy Tour Alpha Golf Shoe

If you're looking for comfort and stability in your golf shoes, then you should definitely consider trying out the FootJoy Tour Alpha Shoe. This is by far one of the best FootJoy golf shoes on the market, and is packed to the brim with golfing technology. While they might look slightly chunky, having worn them on the course on several occasions, we can testify that they feel surprisingly light and offer excellent padding and support around the ankle and midsole. The shoes also delivered a locked-in feeling that is almost an extension of your foot, helping to give you much more control in your swing. 

And as some of the best winter golf shoes go, we think this is by far one of the best options on the market considering how durable and easy to clean these shoes are. The leather upper is completely waterproof and is very easy to wipe down after a round. The shoe also kept our feet nice and warm on the course thanks to the thickness of the upper, which, while it was waterproof, offered some pretty good ventilation, meaning we think these will double up nicely as a shoe you can wear all-year-round. 

The highlight of the Tour Alpha is by far the grip it offers. It comes with a nine-way cleat design system that means it is perfect for playing golf on softer terrains. The enhanced grip helps you to form a greater connection between your feet and the ground, providing greater control over your golf shots even on wetter or muddier terrain, making these shoes one of the best waterproof golf shoes and best spiked golf shoes going.

• Read our full FootJoy Tour Alpha Golf Shoe Review

Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 3 Golf Shoes

The new Victory Tour 3 shoe got 5 stars in our review. Why? Well looks wise Nike improved the aesthetics in several subtle ways - the new Full-grain leather upper has a supple feel and sophisticated look. The swoosh and midsole sections look slightly different and better in our opinion, whilst we also like the colors and special edition designs on offer too.

Comfort wise these are right up there with the best on the market thanks to the extra padding around the ankle, and the internal strap on the inside of the shoe which actually contours to your feet. Nike also stitched a Zoom Air unit directly to the upper which delivered exceptional feel, and the foam towards the heel felt very cushiony, almost bouncy when walking on the course. 

Grip and stability was also good, and the shoes are 100% waterproof as well, making them ideal for those winter months out on the course. We also found them to be relatively easy to clean as well which is a must when winter golf turns muddy and wet.

• Read our full Nike Air Zoom Victory Tour 3 Golf Shoe Review

Payntr X 004 RS Golf Shoe

The Payntr X 004 RS boasts one of the best soles on a golf shoe we've tested in a long while. It is the first golf shoe to use the all-new SoftSpikes Tour Flex Pro spikes in the outsole. Each of these spikes has 10 different points of contact with the ground and, with seven spikes per shoe, the 140 points of contact with the ground certainly keep you well gripped to the turf. 

The outsole also features a carbon fibre propulsion plate which has been put in place to help golfers take advantage of ground reaction forces to more effectively deliver more speed to the golf ball. And the sole seriously impressed. The grip was strong and the sole delivered a premium level of comfort and support on the sole of the shoe. The shoe also uses a Clarino Trivela microfibre upper that is a leather material that is soft but offers plenty of waterproofing too. 

The heel cup is built from a slightly different material, but it is very soft and helps to stop any rubbing on your ankle, a great help to stop blisters from forming on your achilles. In fact, the brand are so confident in this technology that they offer a 'blister-free' guarantee!' Ultimately, with those features combined, these shoes are a strong addition to this list that also look very good on the golf course. 

• Read our full Payntr X 004 RS Golf Shoe review

Under Armour HOVR Drive 2 Golf Shoe

A very stylish pair of golf shoes, the Hovr Drive 2 are certainly up there as one of the best Under Armour golf shoes around thanks to their work delivering excellent support throughout your golf swing on a variety of terrains. That makes them an excellent pair of shoes for winter golf, with the Hovr Drive 2 using biomechanics in the design of its outsole to help develop rotational, horizontal internal traction. That helps to keep your feet locked in place as you swing through each shot allowing you to really rip through your golf swing and put a ton of power through onto the golf ball. 

The great thing about the Hovr Drive 2 is the new 3D moulded heel cup construction that creates a vacuum around your heel. That again enhances the locked-in feeling these shoes offer and really works well to deliver more stability particularly when we were playing on wet and muddy ground. Under Armour has introduced a new upper silhouette which is much sleeker than some of the previous models found on our best Under Armour golf shoes guide. 

The upper has been brought closer to the foot and that certainly improved the locked-in feeling created by the heel cup and outsole while making for a more dynamic looking silhouette. It also boasts a waterproof upper that kept our feet bone dry on the golf course, making it an excellent addition to this list of the best waterproof golf shoes. 

• Read our full Under Armour HOVR Drive 2 Golf Shoe Review

Puma Ignite Articulate Golf Shoe

Articulation geometry is behind the somewhat quirky name of this spiked shoe from Puma. The new technology allows the shoe to move with your foot while still providing a strong level of support. In practice, it works brilliantly and the shoes were a pleasure to play golf in. The styling is subtle but smart and Puma’s Ignite Foam provides a good amount of comfort and energy return in the midsole.

There isn't a traditional shoe tongue either and it is replaced with a single construction that provides plenty of support around the whole foot. There is then a 'cage' - pictured in black across the shoe - which wraps around any foot shape for added support. Much like with the FootJoy Tour Alpha, the shoe really creates a 'locked-in' feeling once the laces are tightened which cannot be understated in its importance during those winter rounds.

• Read our full Puma Ignite Articulate golf shoe review

Ecco Biom G5 Shoe

The  Ecco Biom G5 takes inspiration from some of the best Ecco Golf Shoes on the market to deliver what is one of the best-looking golf shoes for winter conditions. It is jam packed with features and comes with a very cool sole design that boasts a set of six cleats that are spread towards the periphery of the shoe. That helps players keep a firm base on the turf, with the cleats helping you stay secure to the ground throughout each shot. That makes it perfect for wet and muddy conditions and having played several rounds in these, we loved the broad base on offer that gave us the confidence to really rip through each shot on the course. 

While the traction on offer here was exemplary, we also loved how this shoe kept our feet warm and dry, particularly during wet and cold days on the golf course. The G5 features Ecco's Gore-Tex protection on its upper and that makes it one of the best waterproof golf shoes around. The leather upper is robust but soft to your feet, and combines nicely with the shoe's excellent sole to deliver a very comfortable ride and is also very easy to wipe down after a round of golf. 

Aesthetically, these shoes offer a very refined look that we loved. We were also very impressed with the BOA lace-up system on offer here which didn't feel too tight, but kept our feel locked-into the shoe and was very easy to control and loosen as much as we needed. On the whole, these are a fantastic pair of winter golf shoes that will keep your feet feeling fresh and comfortable throughout your round.

• Read our full Ecco Biom G5 Shoe Review

Spikeless

What Skechers has earned a reputation for – and this applies right across the best Skechers golf shoes – is supreme levels of comfort. This rule applies to the Elite 5 Slip 'In and this pair is definitely one of most comfortable golf shoes that we've worn. We’ve never put on a pair of golf shoes before without carefully avoiding applying too much pressure on the back, obviously for fear of causing lasting damage. With the Skechers Go Golf Elite 5 Slip 'In shoes, and courtesy of an extra stiff back, this is not a problem – they slip on just like a pair of comfy slippers – and they feel just as good. 

Meanwhile, the Twist-Fit dial system located on the side makes them easy to fasten. Again, we can see the appeal for those who suffer with a stiff back in the morning, as there’s no need to struggle with lacing up, plus you haven't got to worry about the laces gradually loosening over time and needing to be retied at the most inconvenient of moments. You can’t talk about Skechers without mentioning the removable Arch Fit insole, which provides podiatrist-certified arch support. Combined with the Heel Pillow, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and ‘locked in’ feel, which is something we also experienced when testing the Pro 5 Hyper shoe worn by Matt Fitzpatrick.

• Read our full Skechers Go Golf Elite 5 Slip 'In golf shoe review

adidas Codechaos 22 Golf Shoes

The brilliant adidas Codechaos had an all-new look when it was launched in mid-2022. It's similarly bold to the 2020 model but now comes with a new wraparound outsole that adds a unique look as well as more grip and stability. It's a super comfortable golf shoe too. It's one of those golf shoes that you forget you are wearing, such is the nature of the comfort, support and grip on offer.

It features adidas' Boost technology throughout the entire shoe - a technology we have become familiar with in the similarly excellent adidas Tour 360 22 and adidas Rebelcross golf shoes. As advertised by the brand, the Boost midsole gives instant comfort and the Codechaos 22 shoes took no time at all to break in. One of the best in a wide range of adidas golf shoes.

• Read our full adidas Codechaos 22 golf shoe review

G/FORE MG4+ Shoes

Lightweight and completely waterproof, this shoe does not compromise in terms of comfort thanks to ForeFoam cushioning and a triple density footbed which is, per G/FORE, “the ultimate massage for your soles.” After playing 36 holes over consecutive days, we can safely say this was one of the most comfortable golf shoes on this list. There was no uncomfortable rubbing on our feet, and no blisters either despite taking them out of the box in the morning.

A common thing with spikeless shoes can be less stability and grip than spiked models but there was never a situation in which this came to fruition in these shoes. This is thanks to the non-slip outsole and the stability comes from the heel cup at the back of the shoe that really locks the foot in place without sacrificing any comfort. Having worn this shoe in various conditions and on different turf types, we can confidently say it's a shoe that stands the test of time, which is probably down to the high-quality construction and use of premium materials. For more excellent and bold options from the brand, check out some of our top picks on the best G/FORE golf shoes on the market. 

•  Read our full G/FORE MG4+ Shoe Review

Women's

Puma says that this shoe is for women who take their golf seriously. But we think it’s wrong to exclude a host of players who would also enjoy the performance of the Ignite Blaze Pro shoe, with this fantastic option being up there as one of the most comfortable golf shoes we’ve ever worn. The Puma Ignite Blaze Pro shoe is a fantastic looking modern golf shoe that has a hybrid bootie construction, with the upper contrasting against the outsole of the shoe to deliver a sporty profile, that looks akin to many of the best golf sneakers. The shoe is seriously versatile and we'd certainly feel great wearing it in our day-to-day lives and around the golf course. 

While it delivers aesthetically, the shoe also delivers in comfort and grip. That thick white sole is made of what Puma call their 'PU' foam, which is a responsive and cushioned midlayer that we found gave great support and kept our feet feeling fresh. It wasn't perhaps the softest sole on this list, but it was great for those who like a little bit of ballast in their midsole. As far as grip and traction is concerned, this was also impressive and clearly this is a shoe that is suitable to wear year-round. On test day the ground was damp underfoot, but the dual-talon low-profile cleats and a significant number of lugs held their own and gave us noticeable stability on every shot. These shoes also come with a one-year waterproof guarantee, making them one of the best women's waterproof golf shoes around.

• Read our full Puma Ignite Blaze Pro Shoe Review

How we test

Our golf shoe testing methodology  revolves around putting models to the test over a number of rounds and in different conditions. This is so we can gain a better idea of overall performance in terms of factors like grip comfort, grip, stability, waterproofing and how they actually look on the golf course. This is the best way of testing a golf shoe as using it in the real world over a number of weeks allows us to see how they perform when variables change like weather, ground conditions, different stances and lies, and so on. 

Particularly when testing the best winter golf shoes, we put these models to the test during the winter months to see which holds up during colder, wetter conditions on the golf course. We also like to test them during the summer months too, as that allows us to see which shoes offer the best breathability, traction on dryer ground and year-round performance. 

We think this also gives us information on the little details as well like which brands come up small or large, which models start to rub a bit too much after 36 holes, which designs can be used off the golf course and for the drive home? We are very comprehensive in our tests to the point where we will regularly attend product launches and meet with the manufacturer’s R&D experts to understand the new technology. That isn't to say manufacturers can buy a good review though, as all our reviews are made by golfers, for golfers. 

How to choose new winter golf shoes

Golf shoes come in many different shapes and have a ton of different features. From waterproofing outer shells to different grip styles, there is a lot to consider when purchasing your next pair of winter golf shoes. For that reason, we’ve put together a list of handy tips that you need to consider when purchasing your next pair of golf shoes. Check them out below!

1. Spiked or spikeless?

The best golf shoes above are split into the best spiked models and best spikeless designs and there are pros and cons to each. Ultimately, when deciding on whether to purchase a spiked or spikeless pair of shoes, it comes down to your personal preference of feel, grip and stability the shoe delivers when you swing through the golf ball. 

It's generally considered that spiked golf shoes offer better grip and stability but don't sit as low to the ground as spikeless models. They are preferrable for harsher conditions and wetter climates, which is something you should definitely consider if you're planning on playing a lot of winter golf or if you live in the UK where it rains a lot! 

Spikeless golf shoes, meanwhile, offer a lot more versatility away from the golf course. They are perfect for driving in the car to the golf course, playing a round, and then driving home again because they are usually light and comfortable, but most won't offer as much traction as a spiked shoe.

2. Waterproofing

If you live somewhere that gets a lot of rain then a waterproof shoe is a must. The best designs will keep your feet bone dry however if you play golf in glorious sunshine most of the time, then you may view other factors as more significant.

Many players choose to have one pair for winter and another, lighter pair for summer to keep them fresh and suit different requirements. But it is also worth checking out one of the best waterproof golf shoes on the market, especially as the weather is always so unpredictable. Why not also grab yourself one of our best golf rain jackets too!

3. Getting the right fit

When picking out golf shoes getting the right fit is important because otherwise, blisters can build up. Or your feet may slide around inside, which limits your stability. When trying a pair on for the first time, listen for the 'whoosh' sound when you slide your feet in - that's the sound of all the air leaving the shoe to confirm it is the correct size, but do a walking test to be sure. They shouldn't pinch anywhere, nor should your feet be moving around inside.

When it comes to the right fit it is also worth considering different laces. Normal laces are good for most but for some golfers, BOA laced shoes provide more convenient fastening and shouldn’t loosen during the course of a round, but are usually a tad more expensive. If you're after a more locked-in feel, then check out our guide to the best BOA golf shoes! 

4. Comfort and support

Similar to getting the right fit, you need to get a shoe that is going to give you ample comfort and support during your round. As you’ll be walking a long way in these shoes, it is vital that you get a pair that will give your ankles, feet and knees the best level of support possible. Look for shoes that have padded outsoles and are cushioned on the inside, to give your feet a spongey ride. We have plenty of options on our most comfortable golf shoes guide!

5. Styling 

Thankfully modern golf shoe designs have seen many brands not just create traditional, classic-looking shoes, but also modern styles that can be used off the golf course too. Therefore it is important to think about what your shoes look like and what style suits you. Whatever you like or dislike, there is something for everyone these days. 

There are plenty of styles available to suit any kind of golfer from many different brands. Why not check out our guides to the best New Balance golf shoes, best Asics golf shoes and best G/Fore golf shoes, for more fantastic options that will deliver a fantastic look, no matter what style you're going for. 

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