TRUE Linkswear LUX G Golf Shoe Review

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The TRUE Linkswear LUX G has exceptional out of the box comfort and solid traction.  More stability than your average TRUE.  Waterproof and easy to clean.

Introduction

When TRUE Linkswear was born, almost fifteen years ago, I’m not sure many people would have predicted that they’d be where they are today.  Since launching with one of the most outside-the-box golf shoes we’ve ever seen, they’ve grown into a company with a full catalog of shoes and a complete apparel line.  With each new offering, TRUE aims to fill a void in the shoe market or raise the bar on something they’ve created previously.  The TRUE Linkswear LUX G is the latter, adding easy cleaning and more stability to their go-anywhere Lux line.

Looks

At first glance, the TRUE Linkswear Lux G has a silhouette that’s reminiscent of its brother, the Lux Hybrid [review HERE].  They share the mesh-like toe, but the Lux G takes a more modern approach to the rest.  The midfoot changes color and offers a couple different textures, including the rubberized saddle.  Continuing to the back, the heel is wrapped in leather.  Overall, the look is go-anywhere athletic without being loud.

TRUE kept the branding quiet on the Lux G.  There’s a rubber disc on the heel with the TRUE logo, but it’s black-on-black.  Additionally, there’s a low contrast “TRUE” on the outside of the heel.  The most noticeable branding is the “TRUE” on the tongue.

The TRUE Linkswear Lux G is offered in three colorways: white, white/black (seen here), and white/grey.

Comfort

To me, TRUE is synonymous with comfort, and nothing about the TRUE Linkswear Lux G changes that.  Right out of the reusable, zippered shoe box, they’re extremely comfortable. The toe box is rated as “natural” – TRUE’s slimmest designation – but it’s roomy compared to most makers.

The Lux G has a sock liner that pulls on easily thanks to the loops on the heel and tongue.  As the name implies, your feet won’t find any hard edges or impingements.  Unlike most shoes of this style, however, the laces actually modify the fit, so you can keep these a little looser or lock them down.

There is ample WANDERLUX cushioning underfoot, but it’s not so thick that you’re disconnected from the ground.  This is a more cushioned shoe by TRUE standards, but overall I’d say it balances cushioning with natural motion.

Finally, I found that the TRUE Linkswear Lux G runs a little larger than normal.  In my usual 13, I had a bit more space than I’m used to.  This led to the heel not being as locked in as it could be.  For me, it’s still a good fit, but players who want more stability should make sure to try these on in person or order a half size smaller.

Performance

I would normally start the Performance section talking about traction or stability, but I need to begin with the most-hyped feature of the TRUE Linkswear Lux G: the easy cleaning.  In their social media, TRUE has been showing how the waterproof, “Durable Coated Mesh Vamp” goes from filthy to spotless with a quick wipe.  I tested both the waterproofing and the clean-ability in one go, and the Lux G was outstanding.  The Lux G seemed to repel dirt and grass, but the little bit that came home brushed off instantly.  The TRUE Linkswear Lux G comes with a 2-year waterproof warranty.

Moving to more traditional fare, the Lux G is one of the more stable shoes in the TRUE’s line.  It’s rated as having “Moderate” stability – less than the Lux Tour and Lux Hybrid – but I found that the more substantial saddle, lacing system, and wide, thicker sole made the Lux G as stable as any TRUE I’ve worn.  To be clear, this is much more mobile than your rigid, heavy, Tour-style stability shoe, but it’s noticeably more supportive than something like the TRUE Knit 3 [review HERE].

Speaking of weight, the TRUE Lux G checks in at 11.2 ounces, per TRUE.  This is right in the heart of their range – lighter than the OG models but about an ounce heavier than the Knit or Ripstop.  Overall, this is a lightweight shoe that you can comfortably walk in all day.

The sole of the Lux G is the same “Mountaineering Grade Rubber Tread System” that they’ve used on most of their recent models.  In good to fair conditions, this sole has ample traction, even for my aggressive driver swings.  If you’re playing on very wet, loose turf, you need to be mindful of your balance or opt for traditional spikes.

Finally, this wouldn’t be a Plugged In Golf review if I didn’t mention heel drop.  The TRUE Linkswear Lux G has a 6 mm heel drop, which, like the weight, is right in the middle of TRUE’s range.  It seems that TRUE has settled on 6 mm as the sweet spot where their shoes feel different than FootJoy, adidas, etc, but not jarringly so.  While I prefer their zero drop OG models, the 6 mm drop still allows me to feel balanced and connected to the ground.

Conclusion

For those that haven’t given TRUE a chance yet, the Lux G is a great starting point.  With a transitional heel drop, light weight, and a go-anywhere look, it’s a shoe that everyone can appreciate.  For the TRUE fanatics, the Lux G is their best all-weather shoe yet and a worthy addition to your rotation.

Buy the TRUE Linkswear LUX G HERE

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Matt Saternus

Editor In Chief at Plugged In Golf

Matt has worked in nearly every job in the golf industry from club fitting to instruction to writing and speaking.

He founded Plugged In Golf in 2013 with the goal of helping all golfers play better and enjoy the game more.

Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.

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