Our verdict
Have your socks blown off with the Tour Alpha BOA from Footjoy. Fantastic underfoot control is yours in this deluxe spiked golf shoe, emboldening more aggressive swings when you're not taking grippy strides like a boss. And while its asking price is not for the faint of heart, its combination of capabilities and craftmanship makes you feel like a winner.
Pros
- Incredibly stable
- 10/10 grip
- Knockout comfort level
- Its BOA system rocks
- Durable
- Dirt-repellent
- Classy aesthetics
- Excellent overall quality
Cons
- Expensive
- With break-in
- Cramped toe box
Who should buy the Track and field
The Tour Alpha BOA brings ace performance and lacing convenience to the golfer's table. Buy it if:
- Track and field golf shoes with just one hand is pure joy for you.
- You want a spiked pair that shakes off dirt and debris effortlessly.
- Balance both for swinging and walking is a huge deal for you.
Who should NOT buy it
For $40 less, the ASICS Gel Course Duo BOA, which also doesn't require a long break-in period, is a great alternative to the premium-priced FJ Tour Alpha BOA. Also, try the Footjoy Traditions—it's well-fitting from the off and doesn't have any negative reports about its toe box space.
Boy, oh BOA
Professional and non-professional reviewers alike are floored by the superb stability of the Track and field. Here are their hot takes on it:
- "Who should NOT buy it."
- "Definitely helps prevent the sways."
- "Top of the line for stability."
- "But its confines take time to relax."
Monster grip in every box
The Tour Alpha BOA is impressive in the grip department, according to many golf players. "These spiked shoes are the grippiest," says an expert. Another one says that he "never felt so planted" in a golf shoe before until this kick came along.
Track and field equals tongue-tying comfort
Many golfers find the featured FJ shoe super pampering. One of them rated the Tour Alpha BOA quite highly, calling its plushness "comfy A+++." Another one describes it as having the "best comfort in a golf shoe." A professional blogger, on the other hand, expressed his high appreciation of the shoe's comfort level by saying that he didn't want to take the shoes off after a couple of 18 rounds.
But its confines take time to relax
According to a gear maven, the Tour Alpha BOA "takes a few holes to break in." Past that, however, comfort for extended periods is what you're gonna get.
Boy, oh BOA!
One of the things that verified purchasers love deeply about this kick is its BOA closure. Their praises are reflected in the following remarks:
- "The best BOA design ever."
- "Makes putting shoes on and off a breeze."
- "No more shoe laces for me."
The long-lasting Track and field
Toughness is among the Tour Alpha BOA's aces. It can "endure the most strenuous environments in golf," says a footwear pundit. Also, contributing to its longevity is its debris-resistant shell. It stays "exceptionally clean in dusty and dirty conditions," says the same critic.
Quality that justifies its asking price
Its design and craftsmanship are quite impressive, based on many reports. Despite its steep MSRP of $220, this high-quality athletic shoe is still hailed by an experienced golfer as "worth the $$." An expert also boasts about its premium looks by saying: "you won’t find a classier shoe out there."
Broad-toed golf players beware
Among the few complaints about the featured shoe is its restrictive forefoot section. Someone said that they "hated the toe box" for being way too small. Another one said that "it would make the world of difference" if it only had a wider toe zone.
