If you've ever finished a long round and felt like your feet were staging a full-blown mutiny, you know exactly why golf shoe technology matters more than most people think. I've tested dozens of golf shoes over the years, from stiff leather tour models that felt like dress shoes with spikes to ultralight runners that had zero traction on a dewy fairway. Finding the sweet spot between comfort, performance, and versatility has always been the holy grail.
So when TRUE Linkswear dropped the Anti Gravity, a shoe built around Pebax® Superfoam technology borrowed from elite distance running, I was equal parts intrigued and skeptical. Running shoe tech in a golf shoe? I've heard that pitch before, and it usually ends with a shoe that's comfortable on the cart path but useless everywhere else. But after putting serious mileage on these, multiple rounds, a few trips to the driving range, and yes, even some off-course wear. I can tell you this one is different. Let me break down exactly why.
Experience weightless comfort on the course. The TRUE Anti Gravity Golf Shoes in Sunset offer elite traction, breathable materials, and a vibrant design for maximum performance and style.
The initial thing I noticed pulling the Anti-Gravity out of the box was the weight, or rather, the lack of it. These things are shockingly light. I've held trail runners that felt heavier. The recycled ripstop upper has a modern, athletic look that doesn't scream "golf shoe," which is either a pro or a con depending on your style preferences. Personally, I liked it. The TPU skin overlay gives the shoe a sleek, almost technical appearance without making it look busy.
The colorway I tested was understated and clean, the kind of shoe you could wear from the opening tee to a casual dinner without feeling out of place. The neoprene tongue and low-profile silhouette give it a runner's aesthetic, and the natural-width toe box was immediately noticeable just by looking at it. This isn't a narrow, tapered shoe. It's built to let your foot spread naturally, which gave me a good feeling before I even laced up.
Let's get into the headline feature, because this is what TRUE Linkswear is hanging their hat on. The Anti Gravity uses a Pebax® Superfoam midsole, the same compound you'll find in some of the most celebrated distance running shoes on the market. If you follow running at all, you know Pebax has become the gold standard for lightweight energy return. It's the material that helped shatter marathon records. And TRUE decided to put it under your feet for 18 holes.
Here's what that translates to on the course: the opening time I stepped onto the turf with these, I genuinely did a double-take. The cushioning is soft, noticeably softer than the EVA or polyurethane midsoles you'll find in most golf shoes, but it doesn't feel mushy or unstable. There's a bounce-back quality to every step that's hard to describe until you feel it. It's like the shoe is giving you energy back instead of absorbing it. TRUE calls it a "gravity-defying sensation," and honestly, that's not just marketing fluff. By the back nine, my feet felt fresher than they typically do at the turn.
What really impressed me was the low-compression ride. A lot of foam midsoles feel amazing on hole one and then pack out by hole twelve. The Pebax compound maintained its structure and responsiveness throughout every round I played. I tested these over a long weekend, 36 holes on Saturday, 18 on Sunday, and the cushioning felt virtually identical at the end as it did at the start. That's not something I can say about many golf shoes I've worn.
The difference between this midsole and what you get in a typical golf shoe is hard to overstate. If you've ever worn a pair of Nike Vaporflys or New Balance FuelCells and thought, "Why can't my golf shoes feel like this?", TRUE apparently had the same thought. The foam is lighter and softer than competing compounds, and the energy return is real. I'm not going to tell you it'll shave strokes off your game, but I will tell you that your legs and feet will thank you after a full day on the course. It's worth noting that the Pebax compound was originally developed for aerospace before being adopted by elite running brands, which speaks to the seriousness of the material science at play here.
Now, here's where I had my biggest concern going in. Ultra-cushioned shoes are great for walking, but golf requires lateral stability. You're generating rotational force through your swing, planting and pivoting on uneven lies, and navigating slopes that would make a mountain goat think twice. A shoe that's all pillowy softness with no structure is a recipe for ankle rolls and inconsistent footwork.
TRUE addressed this with a full-length nylon speedboard embedded in the midsole. Think of it as an internal lever that runs from heel to toe, providing torsional rigidity without making the shoe feel stiff or board-like. The speedboard smooths out your energy transfer as you walk, heel strike to toe-off feels fluid and efficient, while also giving you a stable platform to swing from. I tested this specifically by hitting a few dozen shots off sidehill lies, and the shoe held firm. No lateral slipping, no feeling like the foam was collapsing under rotational pressure.
The speedboard also works in tandem with the natural-width toe box and low-drop platform to keep you feeling connected to the ground. This is a big deal for golfers who prefer a grounded feel rather than a perched-up, raised sensation. I've worn shoes with thick, cushy midsoles that made me feel like I was standing on a mattress — great for comfort, terrible for balance. The Anti-Gravity avoids that trap entirely. The combination of responsive foam and rigid speedboard creates what I'd describe as a "stable bounce"; you get the cushioning benefits without sacrificing the ground feel you need to swing with confidence.
One more thing worth mentioning: the speedboard makes walking appreciably more efficient. I use a GPS watch that tracks my step count and distance, and I noticed my stride felt more natural and less fatiguing in these shoes compared to my usual pair. It's a subtle difference, but over 18 holes of walking (roughly five miles), those small efficiencies add up. My legs felt noticeably less tired, and I attribute that directly to the speedboard's mechanical advantage.
I'll be honest. I've been burned by "waterproof" golf shoes before. Some brands slap a water-resistant coating on a breathable upper, call it waterproof, and then your socks are soaked by the fourth hole on a dewy morning. So when TRUE claims a one-year laminated waterproof construction, I put it to the test deliberately.
I played an early morning round where the fairways were drenched, the kind of morning where you can see your footprints in the grass and your ball picks up a mud stripe on every shot. I also walked through a couple of genuinely soggy areas near a creek that cuts through my home course. After 18 holes in those conditions, my feet were completely dry. Not "mostly dry" or "dry-ish." Bone dry.
The waterproofing comes from the recycled ripstop upper reinforced with a TPU skin, plus a laminated waterproof membrane backing the whole thing. What impressed me is that TRUE managed to keep the shoe lightweight despite all this protection. A lot of waterproof golf shoes feel like they're wrapped in a rubber shell, heavy, stiff, and hot. The Anti-Gravity doesn't have that problem. The ripstop material is thin and supple, and the TPU mudguard around the base provides extra protection in muddy conditions without adding noticeable bulk. (Bonus: the mudguard wipes clean easily, which sounds minor until you've spent twenty minutes scrubbing caked-on mud off white mesh shoes.)
The one-year waterproof warranty is standard for the category, and I think it's a reasonable guarantee given the construction quality. TRUE has clearly tested this thoroughly, and my experience confirmed it. If you play in the Pacific Northwest, the UK, or anywhere that "partly cloudy" is meteorological code for "bring a rain jacket," this shoe will keep your feet dry without making you feel like you're wearing galoshes.
Waterproof shoes that breathe well are the unicorn of golf footwear. Most of the time, you're choosing one or the other: dry feet in the rain or cool feet in the heat. The Anti Gravity makes a genuine effort to deliver both, and it comes closer than most shoes I've tested.
The perforated neoprene tongue is the key player here. TRUE calls it the TRUEfit tongue system, and it creates a secure, sock-like fit that wraps around the top of your foot while promoting airflow and heat dissipation. On warmer days, I noticed my feet stayed cooler than I expected given the waterproof construction. They weren't as ventilated as a fully breathable mesh shoe (that would be impossible with waterproof lamination), but the tongue design does a respectable job of letting heat escape where it matters most.
The sock-like fit also eliminates hot spots, which is a bigger deal than people realize. Hot spots lead to blisters, and blisters lead to you limping up the 16th fairway, cursing your shoe purchase. I experienced zero rubbing or irritation, no break-in period at all, which is increasingly rare. I laced them up, walked 18, and they felt like I'd owned them for months.
There's also an antimicrobial insert that TRUE includes to keep things fresh on high-mileage days. I can't objectively measure antimicrobial effectiveness (I'm a golfer, not a microbiologist), but I can tell you that after several sweaty rounds, the shoes didn't develop that familiar funk that usually creeps in with heavily cushioned footwear. Whether that's the antimicrobial treatment or just good material choices, the result is the same: fresh-smelling shoes after hard use.
This is the section where I usually get a bit cynical. Every golf shoe brand in 2024 claims their shoe "transitions seamlessly from the course to the street," and most of the time it's a stretch. You can technically wear spiked tour shoes to a restaurant, but you'll look (and sound) ridiculous. The Anti Gravity, though, genuinely pulls off the crossover.
The outsole tread pattern is engineered for multiple surfaces, fairways, gravel cart paths, city sidewalks, and clubhouse floors. I wore these to the grocery store after a round without changing shoes, and nobody looked at my feet twice. The silhouette reads more "athletic sneaker" than "golf shoe," and the traction works equally well on polished tile as it does on a wet tee box. I even wore them on a casual hike (a short one, relax) and they performed admirably on packed dirt and gravel trails.
For golfers who travel and don't want to pack a separate pair of walking shoes, this is a legitimate one-shoe solution. I'd wear these through an airport, to a round, and out to dinner without hesitation. They're true-to-size as well. I ordered my usual size, and the fit was spot-on with no need to go up or down. That's a small but vital detail, because nothing derails an online shoe purchase faster than inconsistent sizing. It's also worth noting that the men's version is available in colorways like Sunset, Fade to Grey, Glacier Navy, and Cloud White, while women get a Soft Lavender exclusive along with the shared options, so there's a solid range to match your personal style.
Experience weightless comfort on the course. The TRUE Anti Gravity Golf Shoes in Sunset offer elite traction, breathable materials, and a vibrant design for maximum performance and style.
Yes, they're available in wide sizes. You can grab them in Wide Toe Box directly from TRUE linkswear's site, and they even offer an Extra Wide Toe Box if you need more room. PGA TOUR Superstore also stocks a wide option. Price stays at $199 regardless of width, no upcharge, which is nice. Men's sizes run 7 through 15 in halves, and they reportedly fit true to size.
Standard ground shipping runs 5-7 business days and costs $9 for orders under $99—free if you're spending over $150. Need 'em faster? You can pay $25 per pair for expedited 2-3 business day shipping, though that clock starts once they actually leave the warehouse. Honestly, your quickest bet is free in-store pickup at a PGA TOUR Superstore if one's nearby.
Absolutely, these are legit double-duty shoes. The versatile tread pattern grips fairways but won't look ridiculous at a coffee shop. You've got a recycled ripstop upper with TPU reinforcement, a 1-year waterproof guarantee, and Pebax superfoam that kills fatigue on long walks. The minimalist look helps too. Honestly, they're more comfortable than most "lifestyle" sneakers I've tried. Wear them everywhere, that's literally the point.
You've got 30 days from receipt to return TRUE Anti Gravity golf shoes for a full refund or exchange. They must be unworn, in original packaging, tags still attached, and no rounds played in them. You'll get one free exchange for size or color. Want a refund? They'll withhold a flat-rate shipping fee, but you can dodge that by taking store credit instead. Second Chance and Final Sale pairs? No returns, period.
Yes, they do. You get a 90-day general defect warranty covering everything: Pebax midsole, nylon speedboard, antimicrobial insert, neoprene tongue, all of it. On top of that, the waterproof upper (recycled ripstop with TPU skin) carries a separate one-year waterproof guarantee. You'll need your original proof of purchase and a photo of the defective item to file a claim. Solid coverage, honestly.
So, is the Anti-Gravity for everyone? No. If you ride a cart for every round and never walk more than the distance from your ball to the green, you probably don't need the Pebax midsole and speedboard technology; a more affordable spikeless option will serve you fine. And if you prefer the classic, leather-shoe look of a FootJoy Premiere or similar traditional model, the Anti Gravity's athletic aesthetic might not be your thing.
But if you're a walking golfer, or even someone who walks occasionally and values comfort on those days, this shoe is a revelation. It's the most comfortable golf shoe I've ever worn over 18 holes, and it's not particularly close. The combination of the Pebax cushioning, the nylon speedboard's stability, and the genuinely effective waterproof protection creates a shoe that performs at a high level in every category that matters. Add in the real-world versatility, and the immediate out-of-the-box comfort, and TRUE Linkswear has built something special here. If your feet have been begging for relief and you're tired of choosing between comfort and performance, the Anti Gravity is the answer I didn't know I was looking for.
