Footwear Bliss: adidas' Ultraboost Golf Shoes

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I’m going to start this by disclosing something to you: I am a spiked shoe golfer. I just find that I have more confidence when I swing knowing that I’m “hooked” into the ground. That said, I cannot dispute that spikeless shoes have come a long way, and have always been the more comfortable option. And the adidas Ultraboost Golf Shoes may be the best to date.

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Available in 5 different colorways, adidas’ newest spikeless shoes are focused around adidas’ proprietary cushioning system that has become famous in their running shoes—Ultraboost, a lightweight material that gives softer cushioning while also responsive. In other words, it’s athletic while also being comfortable.

Building on the Ultraboost foundation, the PRIMEKNIT upper adheres to the lightweight commitment, while also comfortably hugging your foot in water-resistant, breathable, microfiber-leather upper.

These materials come together and form a golf shoe that was made to be walked multiple rounds in. The lightweight, breathable materials make sure that your foot never gets tired out or cramps, which is perfect when the heat gets turned up and physical fatigue can settle in prematurely.

The Ultraboost golf’s design also makes sure it has range—the modern, sneaker design means that regardless what color option you go with, you can easily wear them on the course, at the range, or even in the office. Indeed, while the Lucid Lemon / Lucid Lemon / Core Black (pictured above) may be a little loud for a more conservative workplace, the Grey Two / Grey Two / Court Green (pictured below) could blend in at the BBQ or 19th hole.

With the summer heat, I’ve found myself wearing the Ultraboost nearly everywhere—to work, to the course, on the course, and then straight to the pool for a post-round drink and dip. My feet have stayed cool and comfortable, while also allowing me to play quality golf.

Indeed, I was impressed by how much stability and grip the spineless Ultraboost have while speed training. Despite digging deep to maximize every bit of clubspeed (sometimes into the mid/upper 120s), I didn’t slip or feel like I lost control over my footwork. In fact, the only thing that reduced the Ultraboost’s grip was something entirely outside its control—morning dew and rainstorms. But absent any moisture, I never found myself thinking “that wouldn’t have happened if I had something spiked on,” like the ZG23s (which are equally awesome).

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adidas’ Ultraboost Spikeless are the lightest, most comfortable golf shoes that I own right now. I could easily wear them in a variety of places—the office, a bar, the gym, golf course, driving range, etc.—and they’d make sure I was comfortable every step of the way. And with all the colorways, there actually is an Ultraboost for every setting and look.

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We’re now in the dog days of summer. Heat and humidity are peaking, and, with that, golfers are doing everything they can to avoid burning out and stay cool and hydrated during their rounds.

adidas Golf’s Ultimate365 TOUR apparel lineup looks to make sure you’re dressed in a way that gives you the best chance to play and feel your best during the entire round with the help of PRIMEKNIT—a lightweight, breathable, one-piece stretchy material.

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The Ultimate365 TOUR PRIMEKNIT Golf Polo Shirt is a more traditionally-styled polo that, despite being packed with advanced materials, looks right on courses that endorse a more “traditional” dress code—a fold-over collar shirt that’s tucked into your pants or shorts.

Pictured in Collegiate Navy / Semi Flash Aqua

On courses that have a more lax dress code, the Ultimate365 TOUR Textured PRIMEKNIT Golf Polo Shirt takes things one step further by ditching the high-rise collar while retaining the textured PRIMEKNIT material.

Regardless of which style you prefer, both of these shirts are perfect for these peak heat, summer days. Both feature adidas’ textured PRIMEKNIT material, which was designed to achieve an unparalleled level of cooling by taking inspiration from plants with microscopic pores in their leaves, and developing a material that opens during movement to allow cool air to pass through between the material and to your skin.

Combine this with no-sweat materials, which hide those embarrassing sweat stains and repel moisture, and this is the first golf polo that—despite humidity being so high that you feel like you just got out of a pool—I’ve felt cool and stayed dry throughout an entire round.

Xander in the Textured PRIMEKNIT Polo in White/Collegiate Navy

Despite having a closet full of some high-quality, stylish polos that I’ve tested over the years, I’ve recently found myself going to the PRIMEKNIT polos because I think they are, arguably, the perfect summer golf polo. Despite the brutal summer heat and humidity in Long Island, I am constantly going to these because they have consistently been the most comfortable shirts I’ve worn during the peak heat and humidity.

Indeed, while most golf shirts can all stretch and “wick” moisture away from your body, the PRIMEKNIT material is the first (and only) one that I have felt that actually “breathes” and—no matter how humid it gets—refuses to get saturated with sweat. A light breeze, likewise, can actually be felt on your skin because—unlike other shirts—the wind can be felt blowing through the PRIMEKNIT material.

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Fortunately, it hasn’t happened too often this summer (as the rain we’ve gotten in Long Island has been too heavy to even play in), but the Ultimate365 TOUR apparel lineup is made complete by the Stretch Golf Pullover.

While the PRIMEKNIT polos wick moisture away from your body to keep you cool, the Stretch Golf Pullover features a high-collar and banded sleeves to keep your torso dry when the rain clouds appear and the heavens open.

And for the few times that the extreme humidity has invited some unexpected raindrops, the Stretch Pullover has been the perfect option—it’s compact and easily fits in your bag, while also ensuring that you stay dry until the storm clouds pass. As a result, I expect the Stretch Polo to become a go-to option during the fall so I can extend the season into those cooler, damper conditions.

Summer is the best time to play golf, but that also means you need to be dressed to handle the extreme heat and humidity. And nobody wants their round ruined by a shirt that’s sucked in all the sweat and moisture and sticks to you like a wetsuit.

The Ultimate365 TOUR collection, therefore, is the perfect solution. It’s the only golf polo I’ve ever worn that actually helps you stay cool and dry because you’ll never have a damp shirt in the first place. So make sure to grab a few now so you can dress the part and go low during the final weeks of summer.

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When Sun Mountain reached out a few months ago to see if I was interested in trying their Colter II Vest, there was only one option: Yes. As someone who enjoys looking the part on the golf course, a vest is a great way to tie your style together. The thing is, it is tough to find a vest as versatile as this one because it is suitable for layering during a late Winter or early Spring round, and it’s even good for a mid-Summer trek around your favorite track.

I was sent the Steel Black colorway, which features a very cool design on the inside that captures an interesting pattern with various shades of blue and black. But where this vest really shines is its 37.5 insulation, which Sun Mountain says is “chemical-free, and provides an extreme weight-to-warmth ratio and never washes out or grows tired.”

When it arrived, it felt thin. Not so thin that it was your typical Summer vest that would look great with a pair of shorts and a polo, but thin like, “This feels good for Spring and 50 degrees, but not for late Winter and 35, which is no issue for me to play in.

I was pleasantly surprised that it kept me warm during rounds when it was chilly outside. Yes, I did have a base layer and a quarter-zip underneath, but this really helped my core stay warm, comfortable, and loose without being overly restrictive. I give a lot of credit to the elastic-like sides of this vest, which allow you to twist and rotate through your swing.

I then decided to throw it on during a round I played recently, and in Pennsylvania, it is that time of the year when it is hot and humid. To my surprise, the 37.5 insulation remained breathable and was not too much to keep on throughout my round.

I also really enjoyed the excessive storage that this particular vest offered. Three zipper pockets are on the outside: two side pockets and a chest pocket that is vertical and is ideal for keeping anything from a few bucks or an extra glove in. It also features an interior pocket, which just gives you a little bit of extra space. I personally don’t like to carry anything other than tees, a ball marker, and a divot tool in my pockets. But I am sure plenty of other people could find uses for the additional storage.

Retailing at $119.99, it is absolutely worth the price. It comes in five different colors to match your style, and the fit is true-to-size, which takes the guessing out of buying. I would have to say the versatility and being able to wear this vest in basically any temperature or climate is the biggest advantage. I would like to see Sun Mountain come out with some more colors and perhaps an interior that matches the vest. If it’s not reversible, I don’t see the point in having it be so flashy on the inside. But that is a bit of criticism that is subjective, and while it is a neat design, I would prefer it to match the outside of the vest.

In terms of what has changed from last year’s Colter Vest, the tech is relatively the same, but the color options are definitely more expansive.

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While adidas Golf isn’t in the equipment business, they have an eye for top golfers, including but not limited to current Olympic men’s golf champion Xander Schauffele. And to make sure the 3-stripes stay in the top winner circle, it’s imperative to continue to retain young, top-tier talent like Rose Zhang and, more recently, Ludvig Aberg.

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Aberg is the first golfer in history to earn PGA Tour membership—for both the 2023 and 2024 PGA TOUR seasons—by finishing first in the PGA Tour University Ranking, and finishes his collegiate career as the world’s No. 1-ranked amateur where he held the top spot since March 2022.

Aberg said:

“This past year has been an incredible journey and I couldn’t be more excited to wear the 3-Stripes as I start this next chapter of my career. The team at adidas is always committed to making the best for golfers and I’m proud to officially join the team.”

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Aberg closes out an outstanding collegiate career where he became the most decorated golfer in the history of the program. Aside from claiming the top spot in the PGA Tour University Ranking, Aberg’s long list of accolades includes back-to-back Ben Hogan Awards and eight collegiate wins, including back-to-back Big 12 Conference Championship victories.

Jeff Lienhart, president of adidas Golf, said:

“With a lot on the line this year, Ludvig showed he is truly a remarkable athlete. He’s earned it all through amazing play and desire to win and we look forward to supporting him in the 3-Stripes as he begins his journey as a professional.”

Aberg joins a roster of adidas athletes that includes the former No. 1-ranked women’s amateur golfer, Rose Zhang, who earlier this month became the first golfer in the last 72 years to win in her first start as a professional.

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Aberg made his professional debut at the RBC Canadian Open, where he finished T-25, which was followed up with a T-24 at the Travelers Championship.

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