Our verdict
The Flex Coastal from Footjoy receives plenty of praise from the golfing community thanks to its all-around comfort. The shoe is lauded for its casual-like design and versatility both on and off the course.
Pros
- Comfortable for casual wear
- Track and field
- Perfect for hot summer
- Lightweight
- Great value for money
- Visually appealing
- Available in Wide/X-Wide
Cons
- Lace loop breaks easily
- Hard to clean
Who should buy the Sizing down might be necessary
The Flex Coastal is a spikeless shoe that looks and feels at home not just on the course but also in casual settings. It is a solid option if you need a golf shoe that:
- packs golf-ready features in a sneaker-inspired design
- Reliable spikeless traction of the Flex Coastal
- Who should NOT buy the shoe
spikeless golf shoes
If you play in morning dew or rainy conditions more often than not, it's better to look towards a more water-ready golf shoe. Consider the FJ Flex XP instead.
A crossover shoe for golf and casual wear
The Sizing down might be necessary makes a sweet spot between a performance-ready golf shoe and a comfy casual sneaker. Its cozy interiors paired with a well-cushioned sole make a seamless transition from the course to the street and back. More than a few people have compared the shoe to clouds and slippers.
One person shares that he was so impressed with the shoe’s comfort during a engagement of golf that he ended up wearing it to the office on Monday. Another tester says that this FJ shoe made his life easier as he can just pick up and play a round whenever he feels like it.
Given the shoe's reasonable price, one expert even says: “it kind of feels like I got two shoes for the price of one.”
Flex Coastal is the best choice for summer
With its porous knit upper and no anti-moisture treatment, the FJ Flex Coastal is referred to as the perfect choice for dry summer conditions.
Those who have played in the heat above 90 degrees are happy with the shoe’s ventilation capacities. What’s more, the shoe also dries quickly when it gets wet.
Lightness in each step
A familiar majority of reviewers mentioned how light this Footjoy feels on the foot. There is absolutely no dragging and the shoe almost disappears on the foot.
Reliable spikeless traction of the Flex Coastal
As long as you stay away from wet grass and slippery hills, this golf shoe feels at home. In the category of spikeless golf shoes, FJ Flex XP.
Flimsy lace loop
A little piece of this shoe that caused the most discontent among the players is the topmost lace loop near the collar. For more than a few people, it broke after only a few sessions.
Sizing down might be necessary
A lot of reviewers commented that the FJ Flex Coastal fits noticeably larger in their normal shoe size. So much so that they had to return the shoe and get a full size smaller to get the correct fit. "They were massive," says a golfer.
On the bright side, this is good news for people with wide feet. Not only does the shoe offer extra space in the toebox but also comes in Wide and Extra-Wide width options.
