Golf fashion has been changing at a rapid pace in recent years – hoodies and other casual style golf gear has been exploding in popularity as the game slowly but surely relaxes previously stricter dress codes. Collar-less polo shirts and hoodies have become increasingly popular whilst brands (I’m looking at you, Malbon) have really pushed the envelope in recent years to help modernize the game.
One big area for a change in style is in the golf shoe game. Metal spikes are certainly a thing of the past but so is the idea of all golf shoes following the ‘traditional’ styling. Sneaker-style golf shoes have taken off in popularity recently, largely thanks to the fashion on offer but also the versatility to wear them both on and off the course. This is exactly the market Under Armour look to tap into with the Forge 96 shoes.
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The looks of these shoes really grew on me during testing. When I opened the box upon receiving, my first impression were that they looked a little basic. In hindsight, this was harsh – these are a cool, 90s-themed retro shoe and I love them for that. Available in three colorways, I personally loved the white and blue option I received as they paired nicely with a number of my go-to outfits (I wear navy a lot…).
I wouldn’t say these shoes are as versatile off the golf course as some other options out there, like the Ecco Street 720s for example, but the all white colorway could be easily worn to the pub or a restaurant after your round of golf. My golf club employs a ‘no golf shoes in the bar’ rule, but nobody commented on my footwear when I wore these into the bar after each of my rounds.
I tested these shoes across around a dozen rounds at Royal County Down and was left suitably impressed. Considering these shoes arrive in around half way up the price scale for golf shoes, you’re getting plenty of bang for your buck. Upon my first takeaways was the comfort on offer – there are definitely more comfortable golf shoes out there, but not many at this price point. I also find that once I break into certain golf shoes, especially spikeless, sneaker-style options that they can feel a bit firm after just a few wears. This was not the case with the Forge 96 shoes as I experienced the same levels of comfort in my tenth round as I did in my first.
Conor Keenan testing the Forge 96 golf shoes on the 8th hole at Royal County Down
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