Brand Background
FootJoy has been around forever. Since 1857, to be exact. That’s more than 165 years of buttoned-up golf tradition. Your granddad wore them. Your dad wore them. You probably did too. It’s a brand built on familiarity. But for all that time in the game, FootJoy hasn’t pushed it forward. No major innovations or tech. They’ve won by being around the longest—and pretty much stopped there.
SQAIRZ is built for golfers who expect more out of their shoes. We engineered our shoes to solve real problems that golfers face—slippage, fatigue, poor ground connection—then tested every feature for results you can feel and measure. Shoes that could show distance gains, better consistency, and more control off the tee.
SQAIRZ didn’t come from legacy. We came from listening to players, learning from the swing, and doing the hard work FootJoy stopped doing a long time ago. FootJoy had the looks and now SQAIRZ is the one getting double takes.
Philosophy
When was the last time you heard about new tech from FootJoy? A measurable performance benefit? A shoe designed to add yards or improve balance?
Exactly.
At SQAIRZ, performance starts under your feet. If you point to pretty much any part of our shoes, you’ll be pointing at patented tech that helps keep you comfortable and stable.
But, don’t just take our word for it. Let’s break it down:
Key Differences
Weight
LT Series shoes come in around 424g. Light enough to keep you fresh through the final holes—but still stable. FootJoy’s top models run around 444g—solid, but heavier on foot.
Toe Box
The roomier fit lets your toes spread naturally for better balance and power. FootJoy models taper in, which can limit toe splay. How can you swing your best when you don’t have all 10 toes connecting with the ground?
Lacing
Our Sta-Put lacing system locks you in—no loosening, no retying. FootJoy uses standard laces or BOA (which ends up adding extra weight).
Distance Gains
Independent testing showed up to 3.9 mph more swing speed and 12+ yards of distance in SQAIRZ vs. traditional shoes. FootJoy doesn’t make performance claims… maybe because they can’t.
Tech
Every detail in the LT Series is built with purpose: SoftSpikes, dual-density midsole, reinforced eyelets, and a no-break-in fit. FootJoy plays it safe—comfort-focused, but without any performance leaps.
Feature Comparison
Ever wondered what’s really inside your golf shoes?
We took a knife to both. See the video here that shows why more room in the toe box = more ground force connection.
What the People Say
You can browse the full reviews if you want—but here’s a quick reality check: FootJoy loyalists are switching to SQAIRZ… and they’re not quiet about it.
James W. kept it short: “Bye FootJoy.”
Jeremy S. said, “I’ve had several Adidas, Nike, and FootJoy, and nothing compares to these.”
Matt L. admitted, “I used to wear FootJoy but after getting these I won’t buy anything else.”
Fred C. shared, “I have always wore FootJoy golf shoes. I switched to SQAIRZ and happy that I did.”
David G. didn’t hold back: “They beat FootJoy hands down.”
Mark G. made the call when his FootJoy SLs wore out: “These are much more comfortable than my old shoes, feel much better quality and look great.”
Richard M. took it further: “Feel sorry for FootJoy golfers. Don’t know what you’re missing.”
Marc F. came around after years of loyalty: “I was skeptical being a FootJoy fan for years… the open toe box truly does make for better ground force transfer.”
Jay K. called himself a “faithful FootJoy guy” until a pair of SQAIRZ won him over.
If you’re wondering who’s challenging the golf shoe brand—well, here’s your answer.
Try a pair and see why everyone’s walking away.
What the Press Say
While FootJoy leans on legacy, SQAIRZ is earning headlines the hard way—through performance and reviewers are starting to catch on.
We have already been recognized:
- Named Most Stable Golf Shoe by MyGolfSpy
- 6x Golf Digest Best Golf Shoes list
- Best Performing Golf Shoe – Sports Illustrated
- Golf Shoe of the Year (2025) – Golf News Net, Golfers Authority
- Reader’s Choice: Best Looking Spiked Shoe – Golf Fanatics
Golfers Authority joked that our shoes feel like they came out of a NASA lab—and the SPEED2™ LT delivered the data to back it up. The feedback keeps pointing to the same strengths: stability, balance, traction, and speed. Performance is what keeps showing up in the results. The more they test, the more they see what sets SQAIRZ apart.
Top instructors/golfers in the world—Jim McLean, David Leadbetter, Rick Smith, and Sir Nick Faldo also trust SQAIRZ on their feet. These are players who’ve seen every shoe in the game and teach the mechanics of ground force and body control for a living. They wear SQAIRZ because they feel the difference. While FootJoy’s reputation was built over decades, we’re earning ours swing by swing. The press is starting to agree: if performance is your priority, SQAIRZ deserves a serious look.
Final Thoughts
FootJoy is the choice for tradition. But, if you're chasing every advantage—more distance, better balance, lighter steps—there’s a reason players are trading in the old school for SQAIRZ.
We’re not trying to be everything to everyone. We’re trying to be the best shoe for golfers who want to get better. After all, that’s what the game is about.