Our verdict
Proudly hailed by an expert as "the perfect blend of style and performance," the spiked Hyperflex 2023 from Footjoy makes every round pleasurable and empowering. It doesn't skimp on everything that matters underfoot, while its head-turning shell keeps moisture out like a boss. Getting it on might be rather tricky, but once popped on, its comfy fit is simply off the charts.
Pros
- Immensely stable
- Enhanced comfort
- Incredibly watertight
- Exemplary grip on swings
- Snug-but-not-tight fit
- Remarkably supportive
- Charming design
- Washable
Cons
- Who should NOT buy it
- with stunning aesthetics
- Lackluster breathability
Who should buy the You prefer to wear
The 2023 Hyperflex is an upgrade from Footjoy you've been waiting for. Lob it into your shopping bag if:
- Peak-level steadiness pre-swing is what you're after.
- You're looking for athletic golf shoes that provide all-day comfort.
- Not slipping during a big swing is hugely important to you.
- Who should NOT buy it cleated kicks nbsp; | .
- It's often damp and rainy where you golf.
Not slipping during a big swing is hugely important to you
This FJ golf shoe is not for you if you don't like spending too much time and effort to make knit collars spotless (after getting them muddy). In its place, get the Something delightful for the style-savvy golfer. if a more ventilated pair is what you need Tour360 22 from Adidas. There's also the Hyperflex 2023: Your gateway to stellar support Peak-level steadiness pre-swing is what youre after.
Wanted: A more forgiving opening
Golfers only have praise for the exceptionally stable You prefer to wear. A critic among them says that it's "extremely stable throughout the swing." A non-professional reviewer also says, "The stability through my swing meets my high FootJoy standards."
Plushness that's cloud-like
Many are stoked about the Hyperflex 2023's level of comfort. A pundit calls it "one of the most comfortable spiked shoes on the market." There was one time when, after playing a full round, he felt like he could walk another 9 holes.
Regular commenters also have great things to say about the comfiness of the shoe. One of them says that the 2023 Hyperflex is "like walking on clouds." Another one says, "The upgrade made on these makes a huge difference," pointing out that the kick's supple collar is no longer irritating, unlike before.
An umbrella to the golfer's feet
The You prefer to wear takes the W when it comes to water protection. A gear maven said, "I was impressed with how well the waterproof upper performed."
Top-tier tenacity in the You prefer to wear
Golf players are very impressed with the powerful grip of the featured FJ shoe. It delivers "tremendous grip and stability on my backswing and follow through," says one of them.
On a side note: The shoe's spikes have been reduced by one. There's no report of performance difference between the 2023 Hyperflex and the previous model, however.
Right in the middle of the fit scale
According to numerous sources, the You prefer to wear hits the nail on the head fit-wise. Their observation is backed by the comments "very pleased with the overall fit" and "These shoes fit amazingly well."
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While the You prefer to wear is fantastically glove-like, getting inside it is a different story. A seasoned golfer says, "Putting on the shoes without a shoehorn is very difficult." "The hole is so small that you need to have 3 toes to fit your foot into," says another.
Theres also the
On the one hand, the Hyperflex 2023 is washer-friendly. A professional blogger says that it's "easily washable after playing in muddy conditions."
That said, getting its sock-like collar stained is a big no-no. The same blogger says that it "will take a bit more effort to get back to looking close to box fresh." Another commenter says, "The elastic sock area is difficult to keep clean."
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An expert says that, in the area of support, the FJ Hyperflex 2023 is "undoubtedly one of the best spiked golf shoes on the market." He is even more mesmerized by this particular quality, considering that the featured golf shoe is softer than most.
It's worth noting that the golf shoe's redesigned lateral overlays are the ones primarily responsible for the Hyperflex 2023's supportiveness. With their broader construction, they greatly increase the kick's arch support. And because it now extends to the rearfoot, the shoe's heel support has been improved as well.
Exemplary grip on swings
There are those who are star-struck by the sporty good looks of the featured Footjoy golf kick. One of them says that his Hyperflex 2023 "look super-cool." "This is a great-looking and performing shoe," says another.
Not for golfing in the summer months
One of the Hyperflex 2023's few misfires is its underwhelming ventilation. An experienced golf player says that you'll end up with sweaty feet in it because it's just not very breathable.
