Product Description
The Tour Rival offers a high-performance yet approachable spiked golf shoe. Engineered for golfers who walk rounds and want dependable traction and comfort without the premium price tag. With synthetic uppers, solid midsole cushioning and replaceable cleats, it delivers the essentials of tour-style footwear in a more accessible package.
Key Technical Features
Performance Synthetic Leather Upper with Enhanced Ankle Collar Padding — The upper is made from synthetic leather for durability and ease of maintenance, accompanied with extra padding around the collar to boost comfort and fit.
Plush EVA Midsole & High-Density EVA FitBed — Underfoot cushioning is provided by the molded EVA midsole and high-density FitBed®, delivering comfortable support across rounds.
DuraMax Rubber Outsole with Replaceable Pulsar LP Cleats (Fast Twist 3.0 System) — The outsole uses a durable rubber compound and cleats for secure grip on turf, designed to maintain traction through multiple seasons.
Wrap-around Mudguard for Durability & Control — The design includes a rubberised mudguard around the toecap and sides, enhancing durability in wet or rough conditions.
Waterproof Construction with 1-Year Warranty (Normal Use) — The model is rated for waterproof capability under typical conditions and backed by a one-year warranty.
Flex Last Fit Profile — Features a full rounded toe, full fit through the forefoot and instep, with a slightly narrower heel and added toe spring for an athletic silhouette.
Performance Profile & Buyer Fit
Skill & Identity:
Ideal for golfers who walk rounds, want solid spiked traction and dependable comfort, yet are not chasing ultra-tour-level super-premium materials. Suited for mid-handicap to low-handicap players, club-walkers and those seeking value.
Desire & Benefit:
You get a shoe that gives confident ground grip (via spiked outsole), everyday walk comfort (via EVA cushioning), and practical durability (synthetic upper, mudguard) — at a more accessible cost than premium leather models.
Situational / Problem Solved:
On long 18-hole walks, the cushioning and comfort features reduce fatigue.
Early-morning dew, damp grass or typical wet starts: the waterproof rating helps maintain dry feet.
When you’re carrying your bag or walking through varied conditions, the mudguard and cleats help maintain performance.
If you prefer a performance-feel shoe but don’t want to pay premium tour heels, this model fits that niche.
Feel Preference:
Expect a moderately firm ride with solid support rather than ultra-soft “lounge” comfort. The synthetic upper means less break-in than full-grain leather but also somewhat less premium feel. The spiked outsole offers locked-in traction rather than flexible sneaker-like movement.
Trust & Quality:
FootJoy has longstanding reputation in golf footwear. The Tour Rival delivers credible features and good value — a strong choice for most walking golfers.