I have always worn running shoes to play in. I would like to find some shoes that are fairly light and comfortable, durable, and decent grip... What do you guys think are some of the better shoes out there? And if anyone knows how to work these posts should make a poll of the 5 or so most popular choices...

i think it kinda depends on the course. im a shoe geek so i have about 5 pairs of shoes dedicated to disc.
merell-radius
adidas-kanadia
nike-dirt
new balance-574
and a pair of scheels predator boots for the snow.

I have always worn running shoes to play in. I would like to find some shoes that are fairly light and comfortable, durable, and decent grip... What do you guys think are some of the better shoes out there? And if anyone knows how to work these posts should make a poll of the 5 or so most popular choices...



You should find some some shoes that keep you on the course.

i wear New Balance walking shoes for the added stability when I play flat, long, or grassy courses.

I have new balance trail shoes for muddy, hilly, or natural teepad courses

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I like Salomon XCR Pro and Wings and Merrells Chamelions

I use Merrell Chameleon II's for tournaments but for casual rounds I use my New Balance. Saucony's were really comfortable as well.

I like the whole Merrill Chameleon line. For me they give an excellent feel of whats underfoot, especially when I'm putting. They are only for narrow-footed people though and I know several people that bought them and did not like them because of this. Bear Grylls from Man Vs. Wild wears them too :D.

I've got a pair of goretex timberlands i'm wearing during the winter months and a pair of goetex adidas running shoes for spring and summer. i tend to wear out the soles on normal running shoes too quick (in the ball of the foot and toe from rotating). I'm keeping the eye out for a good lightweight and breathable shoe for the hot summer months. as far as running shoes go though, adidas seems to fit my feet about the best.

Was hoping some of you would give me your opinion as to what shoes you think are the best for the money.

I have been playing mostly in Merrel's with goretex to keep the water out, they work great until i start to wear through the sole in like 4-5 months if I'm lucky. Ive had 3 pairs wear out on me in the past 2 years. Needless to say it is getting pricey.

I did play in some adidas cross trainers for a while and was pleased with the feel and how well they held up.

Im looking a pair in the 60-100 dollar range that will last me a while, is comfortable to throw in, and grips concrete pads well.

THANKS for any input.

I here if you have a REI membership card ($15-20) for the year. you get a lifetime warranty on everything you buy, What ever reason you can return and get a brand new pair. this might solve your issues.. im gonna check it out

I here if you have a REI membership card ($15-20) for the year. you get a lifetime warranty on everything you buy, What ever reason you can return and get a brand new pair. this might solve your issues.. im gonna check it out

For $20 you get a lifetime membership.

Lifetime warranty . . . no. They do have very reasonable return practices and great customer service, though.

I prefer the Solomon Wings, both regular and gore-tex versions. A tough lightweight trail running shoe. These can be pricey bought in a brick and mortar store but I've found someone on Ebay that sells them usually at half off or more. Nothing wrong with them, not factory seconds. they come in the box with the warranty. marathonrunneriam is the name. Based out of Greenville, SC. I've picked up 3 pair from them for just about $155 which included s/h. Same price as 1 pair of gore-tex wings from REI.

I don't play in anything but slip on Van's...

I get my merriells at LLBean 100% warranty with out buying anything but the shoe and anything else from them I blow em out in 6 months i get a new pair they last me 4 years then blow out I get a new pair great thing I have a new pair of the ventilate ones now and their new sneakers never slip on conceret unless there is loose sand or rocks

I've been rocking New Balance All Terrain-soled shoes. The 570 and 571 were good, and the 620. They are available in widths, and arent ridiculously expensive like Solomans.

How long do you want your shoes to last? I don't see any shoes lasting longer than a season of disc golf use. Unless you have different shoes for tournaments, and casual play.

I like pretty much any trail running shoe. I think it provides great grip off the pad. Tennis shoes probably get best on tee pad grip, but you only take 18 shots from a tee pad...

I usually buy gor-tex shoes, but sealskins may be a better alternative. I think they last longer and work in any shoe.

I like Merrell and Montrails, but they may be too pricey for some.

Merrell - non gortex - for non wet days
Merrell - gortex - for wet days
Seal Skins - in the bag for ignorance - aka unexpected rain

I recommend any shoe that has a Vibram sole as they tend to minimize wear and tear from concrete tee pads. FYI, I have not found a Vibram sole on a shoe that cost less than $50.


If your a penny pincher get the skins and a pair of Walmart shoes, after half a season you will realize why the rest of us pay the $ for Merrells.

Was hoping some of you would give me your opinion as to what shoes you think are the best for the money.

I have been playing mostly in Merrel's with goretex to keep the water out, they work great until i start to wear through the sole in like 4-5 months if I'm lucky. Ive had 3 pairs wear out on me in the past 2 years. Needless to say it is getting pricey.

I did play in some adidas cross trainers for a while and was pleased with the feel and how well they held up.

Im looking a pair in the 60-100 dollar range that will last me a while, is comfortable to throw in, and grips concrete pads well.

THANKS for any input.

If you are wearing threw the soles then there is only one recommendation for you.

Quit dragging your feet on the tee pad. If the wear is on your pivot/plant foot (this is the only wear spot that is from good form) then place a towel on the tee pad where you plant your foot.

I will recomend the Vasque Breeze.

http://www.vasque.com/products/m-breezelowvst.cfm

I got them this season and they are holding up nicely considering I play 4-7 days a week. They also breath very well in warm weather. Not good for rain as they are not waterproof. I have some Keens for the water.

well thanks for all of the recommendations people. i kept doing research on it and considering I already own a pair of seal skinz, i am going to try some non-goretex shoes.

since I also play tennis the thought did occur to me to try tennis shoes that are made for hardcourt and a lot of wear and tear. someone above did mention it as well.

i acutally just bought a pair online. I went with a more expensive shoe, hoping it will pay off in durability, comfort and traction. im am interested to see how they handle the fairway shots, if i slip or not.

I went with Adidas Barricade V. We will see if the theory pays off. ebay'd em for 100 shipped.

if it doesnt work out, ill prolly just go back to using merrells and use them sparingly, tournaments and minis only. and just keep bashing on some cheap shoes for casual rounds

Merrell are most confortable...but Solomons hold up the best...I prefer to use low-tops...they seem to allow better weight transfer in your run-up than mids.

It sounds silly but considering that they have shown no wear in three years of use, I thought I would throw it out there.

I wear a dual layer turf shoe designed for football offensive lineman (Nike I believe). They are a little on the bulky side but they work on all terrain and have plenty of room for the ankle braces I wear. They were designed for indoor/artificial turf, so there is no wear from cement tees or ripping up natural tees or fairways.

I play in these in all weather, conditions, and terrain (snow, rain, mud, heat, grass, cement, etc). They look and feel the same as the day I bought them (approximately 80 dollars but I got them off of Ebay for 20). Because of their construction, they hold up great to torque on the soles.

Scott

It sounds silly but considering that they have shown no wear in three years of use, I thought I would throw it out there.

I wear a dual layer turf shoe designed for football offensive lineman (Nike I believe). They are a little on the bulky side but they work on all terrain and have plenty of room for the ankle braces I wear. They were designed for indoor/artificial turf, so there is no wear from cement tees or ripping up natural tees or fairways.

I play in these in all weather, conditions, and terrain (snow, rain, mud, heat, grass, cement, etc). They look and feel the same as the day I bought them (approximately 80 dollars but I got them off of Ebay for 20). Because of their construction, they hold up great to torque on the soles.

Scott
Great Idea.

As for those that are killing shoes in a matter of a season May I recomened this stuff that is made for repair soles its kinda like ryhno lineing for shoes. Intended for regluing the sole to the shoe. A friend would tear his toes out cause of toe drag when he flicks. I got him a pair of merrells gor-tex breathable shoe and he coats the toe area he'd usually rip up and they have held up for 2 seasons and going strong into the 3rd so far. He went through 3 pairs of bites in a summer May-Oct. For the $120 he dropped on the shoe and $2-$3 on the "glue" (can't remember brand name) he has got more years outta them than the $180 dropped on bites in one year. And the Vibram soles don't show much wear at all. If your killing Vibram soles in a season your dragging your feet when you walk too let alone off the Tee. I do have several pairs that I rotate. I have shoes for all weather 2-3 gortex 2 ventilated. At times I will switch shoes in between rounds. Makes my feet happier too.

Sorry for the rant just my routine that works well...........

Great Idea.

As for those that are killing shoes in a matter of a season May I recomened this stuff that is made for repair soles its kinda like ryhno lineing for shoes. Intended for regluing the sole to the shoe. A friend would tear his toes out cause of toe drag when he flicks. I got him a pair of merrells gor-tex breathable shoe and he coats the toe area he'd usually rip up and they have held up for 2 seasons and going strong into the 3rd so far. He went through 3 pairs of bites in a summer May-Oct. For the $120 he dropped on the shoe and $2-$3 on the "glue" (can't remember brand name) he has got more years outta them than the $180 dropped on bites in one year. And the Vibram soles don't show much wear at all. If your killing Vibram soles in a season your dragging your feet when you walk too let alone off the Tee. I do have several pairs that I rotate. I have shoes for all weather 2-3 gortex 2 ventilated. At times I will switch shoes in between rounds. Makes my feet happier too.

Sorry for the rant just my routine that works well...........

did you ever mention the name of the "glue", can you remember what it was called?

it may be called "shoe goo"

did you ever mention the name of the "glue", can you remember what it was called?


Free Sole

In the summer I wear old school vans, and in the winter I wear a nice pair of Gore-Tex Rocky boots...
http://images.usoutdoorstore.com/usoutdoorstore/products/full/vans_classic_pearlcheck_08.jpg
http://www.onlinebootstore.com/images/9115.jpg

Has anyone tried New Balance 1520s?

Merrells and Dunham

New Balance work, but the traction isn't there after while

Haven't tried them but they look pretty good. New Balance are usually a pretty comfortable shoe.

Merrells and Dunham

New Balance work, but the traction isn't there after while

Did you look at the 1520s? They are goretex and have Vibram soles, so I figured they last.

The New Balance 875 is a great shoe for disc golf. I weartest for them and this is the best shoe I have ever had (i've worn New Balance for 20+years).

As a trail running shoe, it may not be the ultimate in durability, but it should last a season. I have been using this line since New Balance brought out the 871. Each model has improved and the 875 was a great choice for me.

I am looking into the 1520's as well.