Any thoughts on using them? I know a couple of people that do and they said it helped a little, but I don't want to spend the cash if it's not gonna help.
thanks
Zack
Newbie disc thrower

I use trail running shoes and have never had any sort of trouble with traction. I'd rather have waterproof shoes than that little bit of added traction. I normally play in the mornings when there is still dew on the grass and I tend to have to climb muddy embankments to retrieve discs. I don't think that disc golf requires the same traction as some other sports that require much faster starts and stops like soccer or baseball. Just my two cents.

I bought and used a pair of cleats for a little over a year. The traction was nice on natural surfaces. I'm still getting over the bruised toenail. I decided to buy a pair of light hiking shoes. Great traction and they are much more comfortable! I bought Columbias, but I know there are a lot of brands out there that would work just fine.

IMO Soccer spikes work the best, and do work, unless its concrete.

You can find soccer cleats that are designed for hardground. I always call them my turfs, but who knows if that is a regional thing. But, anyway, they are soccer cleats that are short rubber nubs. They will give added traction in hardground and grass, but will load up with mud. The turfs also should be okay on the concrete.
Really depends on what the course is like I guess. For grass courses I tend to go with a running shoe. For hilly, non-grass courses (like my current home course) I go with hiking shoes.

I will give my turfs a try on the course one of these days, but until then I have my low top hiking shoes. Mine are made by Hi-Tech I believe. No one brand is necessarily better than the other when you get into higher level hiking gear. Pick what fits you best and is quality made if you go that route.

I also use mountain athletic shoes, and look for aggressive tread on them. A few people use cleats and I even tried them once a few years back. Initially I was excited as I got more on my throws because of the added traction. Then I noticed my knee was getting sore, too much grip, and not conducive to a good foot pivot spells injury in my book.

I'll use cleats if the tee areas are mudding or soft from recent rain. Other than that I use normal new balance shoes, or if it's really wet I'll use some water proof hiking boots.