Many athletes use the same footwear for different sports activities. Are the same running shoes good for going to the gym or playing golf? Obviously not. To achieve greater performance and avoid injuries playing golf, it is advisable to invest in special shoes. Nike has launched a completely new model, which can only be purchased by members of the brand.
Nike Golf RNG: features and design
Nike designers, inspired by the idea coming from one of the best golf players in the world and knowing that the players of the professional golf association they walk an average of 510 kilometers per season, joined forces with Brooks to create a golf shoe that is nothing like the ones used in the sport today.
The Air Zoom Infinity Tour is much more than just a running shoe with spikes. Designers spent countless hours in the lab and on the field testing and changing to get the perfect fit for the sport. They focused on fit, ride and traction.
The key to the fit is balanced firmness. The Flyknit upper Waterproof grips the foot to reduce movement in the shoe, but allows flexibility to create powerful momentum for the swing.
As for the footprint, for the first time in golf they have the Zoom Strobel air chamber, which is located directly under the foot. It is very efficient at getting energy flowing and creating explosive power.
It works similar to when basketball players push off the ground to jump higher. When you walk or take a golf swing, your feet put pressure on the shoes for energy. The Zoom Strobel air chamber returns that energy, allowing you to perform a swing faster and walk more comfortably.
Also, when a golfer takes a swing, all the energy he generates comes from the ground. If energy is lost during the swing, it does not reach the clubhead. The Infinity Tours offer a safe traction thanks to a firmer contact with the ground, which prevents slipping in any direction. Thus, you will be able to channel more energy to make the swing.
Brooks loves the performance of the Infinity Tour and says its design is no slouch. «I think they are the most amazing golf shoes I have seen so farsays Brooks. «They fit well, they are comfortable and provide great performance«.
If you are a Nike member, you can buy them now at a price of 219'99€ on its official website.