Yes, that’s right, I’d like to introduce you to something completely different, a new concept in golf shoes: Insta Golf Shoes, an innovative new golf shoe product was introduced to the world of golf at the PGA Expo 2011 in Las Vegas, News of this new simple golf product has spread rapidly, and I quote: “Insta Golf Shoes is a high-quality product made in America, allowing golfers to wear their favorite tennis shoes, whether casual or even dress-up, and still have the stability and traction required on the golf course «, finalize the quote.
And I’m here to tell you that they really work.
2016 Update: Better yet, since I first reviewed this article in 2011, they have been improved and improved substantially.
Product Review: I received a review couple from Insta Golf Shoes a couple of weeks before they were officially unveiled. I have to tell you, they weren’t what I expected. They arrived in my mailbox in a large, flexible envelope. I thought it was a joke, but far from it. When I first put them on over a regular pair of street shoes, I found they were firm and comfortable. On a hard surface I had the sensation of walking on a soft rubber cushion; on the grass they felt little different from normal golf shoes; very stable during the golf swing and lots of traction going up and down grass banks and slopes.
I tried them out wearing slip-on casual shoes, tennis shoes, and dress shoes; I can’t say I recommend slip-on shoes, but only because, with the momentum generated by the golf swing, I stepped out of slip-on shoes (I wear mine a bit loosely). Dress shoes with strings? Insta shoes stayed good and tight. For the big test, I wore them over tennis shoes: after 18 holes, the fit was as tight as when I first put them on; They did not move. And I think tennis shoes are probably the ideal platform for the product, but you will find out for yourself.
Insta Golf Shoes is a good idea, one where you say to yourself, “Why didn’t I think of that?”
The verdict: My two biggest concerns were: 1, would the shoes stay? 2, Will Insta Golf Shoes provide the same stability as normal golf shoes? The answer to both questions is yes. As a golf shoe, the product worked, at least for me, as well as a pair that cost $ 150 or more. But there’s more: the shoes come with a practical zippered bag for easy storage and travel. They also take up about 50% less space than a regular pair of golf shoes; This is important because they take up much less space than the suitcase.
They’re inexpensive, lightweight, flexible, and do the job they were designed to do. A great gift for golfers, men or women.
The technical aspects: The idea for Insta Golf Shoes is the product of a concept used for many years by developers of arctic and winter ice cleats. And just like those cleats, Insta Golf shoes provide full foot slip protection, even on slopes with wet grass. They are constructed of dual density TPE elastomer for durability and long life. Designed to be lightweight with the tension adjustment attachment, Insta Golf shoes adhere firmly to footwear and have been tested on golf courses in the United States and North West Ireland.
Developed by entrepreneur Rick Hetzel, RLH Golf Ventures, LLC, and a partner at Irish Golf Vacations, the Insta Golf Shoe is considered one of those simple yet practical concepts with general appeal to many golf segments.
It was during the writing of his latest e-book, The Traveling Golfer, that Hetzel developed the idea for an affordable, multipurpose golf shoe that could be used by traveling golfers and the golf community at large. “Due to their design, Insta Golf Shoes are excellent for golfers who enjoy the comfort of their favorite tennis shoes; junior golfers, who quickly grow golf shoes; and golfers with special footwear problems, such as orthotics. ‘
Insta Golf shoes are available in various sizes for men and women, and initial production will be in black and white, although custom colors are available upon request.
The cost: very attractive, starting at $ 44.95. Buy online at the Insta Golf Shoes website
