Soft Spikes
Equipment
Explained Simply
Rubber or plastic cleats on golf shoes (vs. old metal spikes). Required at virtually every course.
Example
“Your golf shoes should have soft rubber cleats or be smooth-soled athletic shoes. Metal spikes tear up greens.”
Why it matters
Metal spikes are banned nearly everywhere because they damage greens. Soft spikes or spikeless shoes are required.
Common beginner mistake
Wearing metal-spiked shoes you found at a garage sale — you'll be turned away or asked to change.
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