Puma releases new Phantomcat Nitro golf shoe to be worn by Rickie Fowler

It’s Puma’s most advanced shoe yet.

The new Phantomcat Nitro golf shoe has been released, and it’s Puma’s most advanced shoe yet.

This shoe looks good, but the technology behind the Phantomcat takes it to a whole new level. The new nitrogen infused foam in the heel helps give an improved rebound and lightweight response as you walk. Say goodbye to squished toes, Puma has restructured its toe box with an anatomically shaped last providing a better fit for more golfers.

In addition, the new Flexspike design provides an upgraded traction system. Flexspike was engineered to increase surface contact with the ground with its uniquely shaped cleats. These cleats provide a greater grip in the ground and better weight distribution, making these shoes feel lighter and more comfortable. The Flexspike technology allows the foot to move in all different directions as you swing and walk throughout the day.

Puma Phantomcat Nitro golf shoe
Puma Phantomcat Nitro golf shoe. (Puma Golf)

The Phantomcat Nitro includes a 1-year waterproof guarantee with its full grain leather uppers. The TPU outsole is made up of a molded heel panel and secondary traction elements to help lock the foot into place.

“The Phantomcat Nitro is our most advanced shoe to date,” said Andrew Lawson, Senior PLM Footwear at Puma Golf. “Nitro foam and Flexspike technology gives the golfer a combination of traction and comfort like never before. The feedback we’ve received from our Tour Athletes has been fantastic and I can’t wait for golfers to try this shoe.” 

These shoes will be worn by some of your favorite tour players such as Rickie Fowler, Gary Woodland, Justin Suh and JJ Spaun.

Dressed for Success: Viktor Hovland at the 2023 Tour Championship

See how Viktor Hovland dressed for success at the 2023 BMW Championship.

There is no hotter golfer in the world than Viktor Hovland.

The 25-year-old Norwegian won his second-consecutive tournament, firing a final-round 63 to hold off Xander Schauffele and win the 2023 FedEx Cup Playoffs.

For his efforts, Hovland took home the season’s top prize of $18M, while Schauffele took yet another second place finish at East Lake, along with the $6M second-place prize.

David Dusek recently took a deep dive into Hovland’s winning equipment, so let’s dive into the champion’s closet and see how Viktor dressed for success in J.Lindeberg apparel at the 2023 Tour Championship.

View Viktor Hovland’s major apparel: Masters | PGA Championship | U.S. Open | Open Championship

Best women’s golf shoes for summer 2023

Put your best foot forward this summer with new golf shoes.

Summertime means it’s also tee time.

If you’re looking to get into the game or just revitalize your shoe collection with a new pair of cleats that will complete your outfit, we’ve got just the shoe for you.

We’ve collected some of the best summer shoe drops from across golf’s biggest and best brands to bring you some of the best-performing and, most importantly, best-looking golf shoes the industry has to offer. These shoes will keep both the spring in your step and the sweat off your feet during the long summer rounds.

While you’re getting a pair of shoes for yourself, check out our list of men’s summer shoes for your next couples scramble event.

Best golf shoes for summer 2023

Get the hottest golf shoes to get you through the hottest time of year.

Put your best foot forward this summer with some fresh new kicks.

Bring your own heat to the golf course with some of our favorite recent shoe drops from some of golf’s biggest and best brands.

These designs are some of the best when it comes to both comfort and performance. Keeping summer sweat in mind, many of the shoes featured on this list are breathable and perfect for those days when the mercury touches triple digits.

Complete your next summer golf outfit with Golfweek‘s help. We’ve compiled lists of the best golf shorts and summer polos to keep you looking fresh and staying cool all season long.

Puma Golf introduces new Alphacat Nitro Shoe

The Alphacat golf shoe is one of Puma’s best sellers, but wait until you see the recently released Alphacat Nitro Shoe.

The Alphacat golf shoe is currently one of Puma Golf’s best sellers, but the new Alphacat Nitro Shoe may turn heads as well.

The Alphacat Nitro is a spikeless shoe with nitro foam cushioning that provides a more energetic step with infused nitrogen gas. The idea was to create a better energy return with each step while keeping the shoe lightweight. The upper ExoShell mesh structure creates better support as you walk and swing.

The Dual Material Alpha Traction sole was designed to create grip and stability on a wide variety of turf and weather conditions. The unique Formstripe External Heel Counter keeps the shoes looking sharp.

Puma Golf introduces new Alphabet Nitro Shoe
Puma Golf introduces new Alphacat Nitro Shoe. (Puma Golf)

“Our goal at Puma is to constantly innovate and the Alphacat Nitro is cutting-edge,” said Andrew Lawson, Senior PLM, Footwear, Puma Golf.  “We infused Nitro Foam into the midsole, which provides lightweight performance and energy return. Players who try it will notice the difference immediately.”

The Alphacat Nitro will be available in six colorways in the laced model and four colorways in the Disc model. You can shop the shoe for $160 on pumagolf.com today.

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Best golf rain gear 2023: Waterproof golf shoes

Keep your feet warm and dry with our list of best golf shoes for the rain.

There is nothing that will ruin a round of golf faster than wet socks.

No matter how tough of a mudder you are, wet feet can hinder not just your comfort, but your score and even your health. Having a pair of golf shoes you can trust when the weather turns sour will not only help keep you dry, but it may even help you shave a few strokes off of your soggy scorecard.

Don’t let pop-up showers ruin your day on the course. Be prepared and check off all of your rain essentials with some of our favorite items below.

More rain gear: Jackets | Pants | Accessories

14 new Masters-themed golf shoes that dropped in time for Augusta

Stay up to date with all the new golf shoes that dropped just in time for the year’s first major.

The 87th Masters Tournament is officially underway.

Just a weekend separates one man from donning a green jacket, giving his closet a boost for life. While you may not be able to add the coveted green jacket to your wardrobe, you may be able to upgrade your shoe game with some of the best shoes released this week in honor of the year’s first major.

We’ve brought together some of the best shoe drops from brands like Adidas, Nike, FootJoy and more as they all celebrate the start of the major season.

Whether you like spikes or molded spikes, sneaker silhouettes or more classical looks, we’ve got you covered.

For more Masters shoes, check out seven of our favorite golf shoes worn during Thursday’s opening round.

If you’re in the market for more than just shoes, check out our lists of Masters-themed apparel and accessories.

Masters 2023 leaderboard: Get the latest news from Augusta

2023 PGA Show: Top 5 men’s shoes

Golf shoes are an essential piece of equipment for any golfer, providing comfort, stability, and traction on the course.

The 2023 PGA Show in Orlando highlighted a number of different golf shoes on the event’s massive floor. Golf shoes are an essential piece of equipment for any golfer, providing comfort, stability, and traction on the course.

There are many different styles and brands of golf shoes, but Golfweek gathered the top five from this year’s show.

Averee Dovsek chatted with each brand to get all the juicy details on the new releases from your favorite brands such as FootJoy, Under Armour, Ecco, Puma and G/FORE.

Check out the video from the PGA Show on the top men’s shoes and learn more below.

For more shoes, check out Golfweek’s list for 2023: MEN’S | WOMEN’S

Best women’s golf shoes for 2023

It’s gotta be the (golf) shoes.

Shoes can make or break an outfit.

Just because you’re on the course doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice a perfect look. Golfweek has set out to help you find the best golf shoes when it comes to performance and fashion.

One such pair of shoes is getting a re-release. The Nike TW 2013’s . If TW’s aren’t your thing, don’t worry, we still got you covered. Check out our list below for some of the best women’s golf shoes on the market.

Of course, you’ll need somewhere to show off your new kicks. Sign up for the Golfweek Father’s Day Open coming up in June at Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbor, Florida, to showcase your new kicks and your game.

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Best men’s golf shoes for 2023

Get your kicks ready for the season with Golfweek’s best men’s golf shoes in 2023.

Mark Twain famously said that golf is just a good walk spoiled. That’s probably because he didn’t have the proper shoe!

Golf shoes come in all shapes and styles nowadays. From Michael Jordan’s legendary basketball silhouettes to FootJoy’s iconic Premiere series and everything in between, there is most certainly a perfect shoe for you in 2023.

Golfweek has compiled a list of some of the best and most fashion-forward shoes to help elevate your game both literally and visually.

Whether you prefer spiked cleats over molded or sneaker style over a classic look, we have you covered.

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