ProductReportCard Editors' In-Depth Review
Pros And Cons
Pros
- Great stability and traction in any situation
- Waterproof
- Some of the shoes have cleats in different colors giving it a more stylish twist on a classic golf shoe
Cons
- Relatively expensive
- Mixed reviews on comfort and reportedly require substantial break-in time
- Cleats apparently trap a lot of grass and leaves, which some customers found annoying
- Cleats can also mark up greens, so you want to step lightly and avoid your partner's putting line
- No customization available
- Doesn't come in very many width options
- Doesn't have padding around the back of the heel to prevent slipping
Key Features
Uppers
The uppers are full grain leather and feature ClimaProof® technology to help keep feet comfortable. Combining breathable leather with a waterproof membrane and dry wick technology, the uppers ensure that your feet will stay cool and dry throughout the round. The uppers also feature 360WRAP technology, which provides a more secure fit, as well as enhances the shoes' support and stability.
In-Shoe Technology
All aspects of the Tour360 ATVs' interior were designed with the highest quality fit, comfort and support in mind.
- It has a breathable mesh lining and soft suede collar.
- It features a FitFOAM sock liner, which is a molded polyurethane inlay sole that provides exceptional support, cushioning and comfort from heel to toe. The midsole is constructed with a lightweight EVA and also has adiPRENE® technology, which is a standard Adidas feature in the heel. adiPRENE® acts as a shock absorber and improves the comfort of the shoes over long periods of wear.
- The last design is not specified.
Outsole Technology
Given the shoe is called ATV for "All-Terrain Versatility", it is not surprising that its dual-density outsole is designed to help your feet adapt to changing terrain and maintain stability. The outsole features Powerband Chassis Technology in the forefoot, which is a single (instead of the typical double) platform for superior power and stability. It also has Formotion® technology in the heel (a 5-pod decoupled heel), which enhances the shoe’s flexibility and adaptability. Additionally, the forefoot is designed with Traxion® technology, which provides excellent traction without damaging greens. Standard features of the Adidas' outsole include adiWEAR® and adiTUFF™ technology, which both help to extend the life of the shoes.
Turf Traction
It has 10 cleats designed with THINTECH low-profile technology. With better ground feel and traction, you'll have a more stable, powerful swing.
Style
The Tour 360A ATVs come in 9 different color combinations and all have Adidas' signature stripes. The look is somewhere in between sporty and traditional depending on the style you choose. You can choose white with black stripes for a very traditional look or pick one of the more stylized options like ones with bright orange or green colored cleats.
Sizes
Depending on the style you pick, the Tour360 ATV comes in half sizes ranging from 7 to 15 and regular or wide widths.
Warranty
2 year waterproof warranty, 90 day comfort guarantee
Reputation
The Adidas Tour360 ATVs have received great reviews from customers online including a 4.9/5 on TGW.com (33 reviews), a 5/5 on RockBottomGolf.com (23 reviews) and a 4.5/5 on Amazon.com (8 reviews). All customers seemed very happy with the traction provided with the shoes, but some were slightly annoyed about marking up greens and having to clean out grass and leaves during the round. There were mixed reviews on the comfort of the shoes, but that could be due to having an improper size. I wasn't able to find consensus on how true to size the ATVs run, so I would definitely suggest getting fitted in a store and walking around in them to see how they feel. Some people even complained that the shoes were cut too high and that the edge was rubbing against their anklebone. Probably not something you want to find out mid way through walking 18 holes.
At this point in time, the Tour360 ATV has only been around for about a year, so it's still trying to gain some traction (so to speak) with professional and amateur players. It hasn't won any awards yet, but it has received a fair amount of positive press. In an April 2012 footwear report from GolfDigest.com, the Tour360 ATV was named as one of 24 models that "will change the way your feet feel and your swing moves". When I spoke with an Adidas customer service representative, he said that Dustin Johnson and Jim Furyk were the only PGA Tour players wearing the ATV model. In general, it sounds like the Tour360 ATV preforms well, but may not be suited for all players depending on foot size and playing style/conditions.
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