Shoe design and your position at address

RE: Shoe design and your position at address

Deno — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 10:21:16 GMT

[quote user="Barry M"]I don't know about your shoes, but there is a difference in stack height in many shoes. While it does not vary much, it will affect the lie angle. Think about a true fitting where they consider adding or subtracting a 1/4" of shaft length or adjusting the lie angle. But then we also have to assume that our stance is perfectly level for a true comparison. What about thicker socks in the winter as opposed to thinner summer socks? If I'm hitting off a tee instead of the fairway does it change the lie angle? If I replace my worn cleats with new ones do I need to adjust my lie angle for the added height? Maybe I need 2 sets of clubs. One for the winter thicker shoes and socks, and one for the summer thinner shoes and socks.
This would be a good subject for Bryson DeChambeau to work on.

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That's a great response Barry....Well done!

Deno

RE: Shoe design and your position at address

Chuck Zirkle — Sat, 27 Mar 2021 19:00:14 GMT

In that you like the FJ Tours and and Tour X shoes, they are made on the same last. Which is explained below:

Laser Plus Last: Full rounded toe character, standard fit across forefoot and instep, with a
slightly narrow heel. Extra depth last to accommodate thicker FitBed for enhanced
cushioning.

My recommendation for you would be the Tour X (in that the FJ Tours are no longer in the FJ line) or the Pro/SLs which are a spikeless shoe, are very light weight and provide great traction. I personally own eight pairs and play three days a week and love them. I also own a pair of the Tour S, and as your see, the Pro/SL is my preferred. If you follow the tour you will note that the Pro/SLs and the new Premieres seem to dominate the FJ line. If you decide to order a pair of the Premieres order the same size your wear in the FJ Tours.

As to which sock to wear, I prefer the FJ TecSof Tour Sport Roll Top the year round. A very comfortable sock and well keep you well grounded. Recommend you give it a try. The only time I wear a heavier sock is for warmth, not for cushion. With respect. =)

RE: Shoe design and your position at address

george t — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 00:44:05 GMT

Thanks for the responses guys. One of these years I’ll just go for a couple of pairs of the same style shoe and see how it goes.

RE: Shoe design and your position at address

Barry M — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:39:26 GMT

I don't know about your shoes, but there is a difference in stack height in many shoes. While it does not vary much, it will affect the lie angle. Think about a true fitting where they consider adding or subtracting a 1/4" of shaft length or adjusting the lie angle. But then we also have to assume that our stance is perfectly level for a true comparison. What about thicker socks in the winter as opposed to thinner summer socks? If I'm hitting off a tee instead of the fairway does it change the lie angle? If I replace my worn cleats with new ones do I need to adjust my lie angle for the added height? Maybe I need 2 sets of clubs. One for the winter thicker shoes and socks, and one for the summer thinner shoes and socks.
This would be a good subject for Bryson DeChambeau to work on.

RE: Shoe design and your position at address

Dale V — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:29:24 GMT

For me, its not just the height difference but also the overall feel while playing. I try to practice in the same style of shoe I play on the course as much as possible.