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It’s no mystery why the golfer looking for top-of-the-line traction generally wears spiked golf shoes. For the most part, spiked golf shoes offer better traction and contact with the playing surface. You’d be hard-pressed to find a pair of spiked golf shoes that aren’t at least well above average in this regard.

On the flipside, spikeless shoes are very hit or miss. Some are really, really bad. Some are average. And a few are leagues above the rest in this regard. A spikeless shoe that can rival the traction of a spiked shoe is a game-changer for the golfer looking for comfort without sacrificing performance.

Most spikeless shoes don’t have very good traction. These five shoes defy the odds.

1. PAYNTR X 002 LE

The entire PAYNTR line of spikeless golf shoes features stellar traction. The X 002 LE is right up there with the best of the best and rivals any spiked shoe out there. If you put a premium on ground contact, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better spikeless shoe.

2. Under Armour Drive Pro

Similar to the PAYNTR, the Under Armour Drive Pro SL provides great 360-degree spikeless traction. It has you covered from toe to heel and everywhere in between. Don’t sleep on this one!

“Putting doesn’t have to suck”—or so L.A.B. Golf says—but is their method of madness just too far out there to catch on for the masses? 

L.A.B. Golf putters have created a fascinating debate, with their Lie Angle Balance technology promising effortless alignment and more made putts. Yet their unconventional looks, center-shafted designs and high price leave many golfers divided. While some swear these putters have revolutionized their game, others find the feel too restrictive and the aesthetics too far from tradition. 

Are L.A.B. putters a game-changing innovation or just a flashy fad? Whether you’re a fan or a skeptic, we want to hear your thoughts. What side of the L.A.B. fence are you on? Let the debate commence!

About L.A.B. Putters

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that this is our first featured “Polarizing Product.” 

There have been many pieces on L.A.B. putters written by MyGolfSpy staff. Here are a few must-reads:

There is a lot of cool gear in the golf equipment world that doesn’t always fit neatly into Most Wanted Tests or Buyer’s Guides. You still want to know how it performs. In our We Tried It series, we put gear to the test and let you know if it works as advertised.

What We Tried:

Allen Edmonds Cyprus Derby golf shoes. By far the most expensive pair of golf shoes I’ve tried. And I’ve tried a lot.

Who Tried It:

Connor. Director of Content and resident sneakerhead. As a child, I gained an appreciation for dress shoes from with my dad who loves Allen Edmonds. I even wore a pair to my wedding. When I found out they made a golf shoe, I knew I had to give them a go.

More alluring than the brand name, though, was the price. Is a $350 pair of golf shoes actually worth it?

Spoiler: I don’t think so. But read on for the rest of my thoughts.

When push comes to shove, you’ve got to sink putts to score. Sure, you can hit it 300 off the tee; but can you sink that 10 footer for birdie? Maybe you missed a green and are now scrambling to save par. Do you feel confident staring down that 6 foot putt to break a new PR? Today’s deal will make sure you’re able to practice rolling the rock, rain or shine.

The SKLZ Accelerator Pro Golf Putting Mat is on sale for $49.99 at Golf Galaxy.

Drive For Show, Putt for Dough

9′ total mat length for use at the home or officeDevelops perfect alignment, backstroke length and acceleration through the ballStimpmeter rating of 10 on a firm rug and 11 on linoleum surface

Improving your game on the green is key to taking it to the next level. Take advantage of this deal on the SKLZ Accelerator Pro putting mat today.

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Is there a spot in a golfer’s bag more volatile than the putter well? Sure, there are some collectors out there, blissfully picking up every hot new flatstick that hits the market. But most of us are perpetually searching for the one, the one putter perfect for us that instills supreme confidence that we can drain any putt from any distance at any time. The new Edel Array line of putters promises to deliver that perfect fit with an unprecedented level of customization options.

Photo: Edel Array 1

The testing opportunity

Five MyGolfSpy Forum members were given the opportunity to test, review and keep a new Array putter from Edel. Edel’s unique fitting technology allows a fitter to customize the head design, weights, hosel options and alignment aids. Combined, the Array system allows a fitter unmatched precision in dialing in a flatstick for any golfer.

The Edel Array comes in four different models with all three mallet designs available for left-handed golfers. There is also a single right-handed-only blade design. Those heads can be married to one of four different neck options, two different alignment aids for the blade or six for the mallets. Add in five sole weight options, four grip choices and a Tour Opti-Vibe weighting system for internal shaft-weighting options and you begin to understand just how customizable the Array line is.

Photo: Edel Array 2 

Rose Zhang, Megan Khang, Andrea Lee and Lauren Coughlin are among the players joining world No. 1 Nelly Korda on the U.S. Solheim Cup team this year.

Looking ahead to the Presidents Cup, the BMW Championship was the final tournament for six automatic qualifiers for the U.S. and International teams who will compete Sept. 27-30 at Royal Montreal, and the leading six players remained unchanged on Sunday.

Her third major win comes in a battle against current and former World No. 1's. Korda, Shin, Vu and Yin finish in four-way tie for second. Plus, Woad takes low am and NBC's issues surface (again).

Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley won the BMW Championship to jump from 50th to 4th in the FedEx Cup standings for the season-ending PGA Tour Championship.

Stewart Cink, 51, won the Ally Challenge to become the 22nd player to win on each of the PGA Tour's three tours -- the PGA Tour, PGA Tour Champions and Korn Ferry Tour.

Olympic gold medalist Lydia Ko birdied the final hole at St. Andrews to shoot a 69 and win the Women's Open by two strokes for her third career major title.

World No. 1 Nelly Korda was in line to win the 2024 AIG Women's Open, but a brutal finish on the back nine Sunday cost her the title.

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Lilia Vu missed a birdie putt on 18 that would have forced at playoff at the 2024 AIG Women's Open. Her ensuing lip-out cost her lots of money.

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Ko's magical summer continued with a win at the Women's Open. Take a closer look at the equipment in her bag.

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A final round of three-under-par 69 at the AIG Women's Open propelled Lydia Ko to the third major title of her career — and first since 2016.

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Instructor Heather Angell has a simple checkpoint drill you can do to help you establish the stroke consistency your game needs.

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Former Women's Open winner I.K. Kim said Sunday's final round at St. Andrews would be her final round, period. No one knew it was coming.

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The final round of the 2024 AIG Women's Open is here. Here's everything you need to know about the record purse payout.

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The final round of the 2024 BMW Championship is here. Here's everything you need to know about tournament money, including purse.

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How to watch the 2024 BMW Championship on Sunday, including full TV coverage and streaming information for the final round.

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