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The TRUE Linkswear FS-TOUR shoes blend the performance of a spikeless golf shoe with the styling of an upscale sneaker. Very comfortable with good traction and stability.
Introduction
One thing I truly appreciate about TRUE Linkswear is their variety of shoe offerings. I never fully embraced the zero drop feature of my first pair of TRUEs, but I respected the design concept. And today – years later –pulling up the website I marvel at the options in heel drop and materials. And if you’ve read any of our numerous reviews [find them all HERE] you know that the brand is true to its motto “Enjoy the walk.”
Looks
The TRUE Linkswear FS-TOUR have an upscale sneaker look that makes them equally at home on the golf course or a cocktail party. Although purist might scoff at calling the FS-TOUR wingtips, for me having the leather cap running the length of the shoe offers distinctiveness without pushing the fashion boundaries.
Also elevating the look are metal accents including lace tips and logos on the tongue and heel. I really like the simple brown “T” bar on the sole. Along with brown leather version I tested, the FS-TOUR are also available in white and black.
Comfort
I slipped on the TRUE Linkswear FS-TOUR sans socks to gain a sense of the comfort inside the shoes and was impressed. My feet didn’t sense a single seam or stitch. The insole, what TRUE calls WANDERLUX Ultra Plush, was supportive – not too firm and not too soft. The leather wrapped cushioning around my ankle was also very comfortable.
Having noted sizing differences among prior TRUE models I’ve worn, I engaged the “True Fit Finder,” which directed me to a size 10 – a half size larger than what I consider my norm. That recommendation provided a nice comfortable fit for the FS-TOUR. Although I could wear the shoes without socks for casual endeavors, for golf I prefer socks for a more secure fit to avoid potential rub points. True to TRUE shoes I’ve worn in the past, there was ample wiggle room in the toe box. The FS-TOUR have a 6 mm heel-to-toe drop.
Performance
The TRUE Linkswear FS-TOUR were much more stable than I anticipated. There was plenty of flex for walking, but stability was ever present in the golf swing. The platform of the shoe and uniform tread height made me feel grounded. Those treads provided plenty of traction for a spikeless golf shoe. The FS-TOUR also come with an impressive 2 year waterproof warranty.
Conclusion
Retailing for $205, the FS-TOUR by TRUE Linkswear offer versatility for the buck. I’m not certain what “Top Grain Oiled Napa Leather” really means, but the uppers certainly have a high-end look and feel. Paired with the off-white sole, the FS-TOUR fully embrace the popular street-casual look. On the course, the FS-TOUR offer plenty of traction, stability, and comfort.
Buy the TRUE Linkswear FS-TOUR HERE
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