How to Care for Golf Shoes

A five-minute maintenance habit

Golf shoes dried properly and cleaned regularly last two to three seasons longer than ones left damp in a bag. The most common failure points are waterproof membrane breakdown and cleat wear, both of which accelerate with neglect.

Try this routine:

1. Remove debris from the outsole and cleat channels after every round.
2. Use a soft brush on the upper at seams and waterproof zones, not just the sole.
3. Insert shoe trees or stuff with newspaper to hold shape while drying — never leave them soaked in the bag.
4. Check cleats every four to six rounds and replace before they’re worn completely flat.

Small habits, big difference

A shoe with clean cleats and a dry, intact upper keeps your ground contact reliable when it matters most. The grip you need on a wet sidehill approach depends on care you took after the previous round.