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Aimé Leon Dore s New Balance 650 Collection is Currently Up for Raffle New Balance can be considered incredible for mass appeal more than performance, which isn't a bad thing. That said, in practice, this spiked golf shoe takes wearers by surprise with how much footing they can secure on various surfaces, all while enveloping their feet in immense softness. And when it comes to overall fit, the Striker v3 is nothing short of remarkable.

New Balance Men's 500 Classic in Blu Rossa Pros

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  • Terrific tenacity
  • Spot-on wide fit
  • Enduring stability
  • True to size
  • Roomy toe box
  • Lightweight
  • Quite attractive

New Balance Men's 500 Classic in Blu Rossa Cons

  • Mild pokes from spikes
  • A chore to clean

Who should buy the New Balance Striker v3

The NB Striker v3 looks as sporty as the v2 New Balance Men's Fresh Foam X 860v12 in White Yellow Orange Synthetic:

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If you're looking for a pair with a springier sole unit, check out the ZG21 from Adidas. And if it's breezy upkeep you want, skip the Striker v3 for the Nike Vapor.

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Numerous golfers find the New Balance Striker v3 exceptionally comfortable. Below are a few snippets from their positive reviews:

  • "Outstanding! Very comfortable!"
  • "Beyond comfort."
  • "Feels fantastic."

But perhaps the most convincing comment is this: "The most comfortable golf shoes that I've chosen in a long time, hands down!"

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In terms of grip, the New Balance Striker v3 doesn't disappoint. A non-professional reviewer says that "it grips the turf in all conditions." Another player says that it delivers a "good grip on the ground for full swings."

New Balance Striker v3 grip

Stable beyond 18 holes

The Striker v3 delivers steady footing on shifting terrain. Its stabilizing nature appears to be the lasting kind, as a golfer was able to walk in it for 18 holes, yet the shoe never failed to keep his balance throughout the match.

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One of the great things about the true-to-size Striker v3 is its wide fit, which broad-footed golfers find quite spot-on. A wide-footed player among them said that the shoe "hit the jackpot." It's also Concrete noting that the kick in question, regardless of fit type, has a spacious toe box.

New Balance Striker v3 fit

Wanted: A cushier default insole

An experienced golfer says that the shoe "could use a thicker, more cushy insole." This is because he feels the spikes under the ball of his foot on certain surfaces.

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The sporty and stunning Striker v3

According to numerous golf players, the New Balance Striker v3 is a winner on the aesthetics front. It's "one of the best-looking golf shoes I have ever owned," says one of them.

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Not the easiest to clean

There are those who aren't impressed with the Striker v3 when it comes to cleaning. According to one of them, the porous material making up the Striker v3's toe box doesn't clean well.

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Many golfers are astonished by the weightlessness of the Striker v3. One of them proudly describes the shoe as "extremely lightweight."