Footjoy's DNA (DryJoys Next Advancement) golf shoe

My old Sportjoy has officially gone kaput. I have just bought FootJoy's DNA shoe. I've got wide feet and wear XW width, however the newer designs of the other current models, there's stitches or panels for design, and hence the leather doesn't stretch as much, as such the XW width with these models aren't that comfortable. And with golf shoes you can't buy a size bigger/longer if not at the end of the swing, it will be difficult to hold the finish and you might fall backwards as the back foot slips down/forwards to the front of the shoe..However, the DNA is one piece leather, soft leather and no panels or hard leather or design features over the widest part of the shoe to causing painful rubbing..

Features from the FootJoy website:

D.N.A. - DryJoys Next Advancement features the most comprehensive feature package ever delivered by FJ, D.N.A. footwear embodies the most proven elements of the world-renown DryJoys franchise with new, cutting-edge design and construction methodology.

• Performance LeatherChromoSkin™ leather, developed by Pittards® of England, is a supple, lightweight and durable leather, offering two year waterproof protection.See All
• Athletic DesignThe SnugFit tongue with MicroVent™ technology shapes to the foot while providing breathability. A 3D FoamCollar™ molds to the ankle for unsurpassed support, comfort and fit. See All
• Extreme ComfortThe lightweight cushioned Fine Tuned Foam (FTF) fit-bed provides optimum underfoot comfort and heel support. See All
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• Superior TractionThe NitroThin™ TPU outsole provides lightweight stability and performance. Stealth Cleats by Softspikes help to achieve a low profile while the thinner spec receptacles ensure low-profile performance through the P.I.N.S. system. See All
• Nitro Last
  

  The Nitro Last offers a full rounded toe character, slightly shallow forefoot, slightly narrow heel and standard instep. The extra depth helps accommodate a thicker fit-bed for enhanced cushioning.
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Same shoe that Adam Scott and Webb Simpson is using too. Haven't worn it on the course yet, but the shoe feels very comfortable, angle from heel to ball of feet is ideal for making your golf stance and feels every stable too. However, its the type of shoe which the cleats cause the shoe to sit up from the surface and hence might be quite slippery on a wet floor, especially those rubberised buggy tracks.

Cost about SGD$220.

Hitting the driver

Went to the range today, still coming back from an injury to the right upper limb. But the injury is a blessing in disguise. Have been using the left upper limb to hit and the only way to hit properly with the left hand alone is to hold the lag, drop the left arm to vertical while turning/pushing with the hips then letting the wrist go. And hitting with one hand, it allows the left upper limb to let go and release towards or just right of the target line. If the left hand doesn't go through and chicken wing, you end up with a bad hook. Without the lag, it's impossible to hit the ball clean or far. So hitting one handed with the left hand is a good drill.

And now with this new feel, I am able to get the feeling of the lag with the driver and rip it more consistently. Like this image of Jamie Sadlowski.

Another point to not is the keep the shoulders level as you rotate/ lateral shift on your backswing and prevent the head bobbing/lifting on take away.

Happy Easter Everyone!

Have been out of the game for a couple of months because of an arm injury. Now getting back to the game. The lack of game play really takes a toll on the game. Lost the feel for the chipping and pitching. However, the strength is still good and bombing the drives.

Key area of the loss of scores would be the short game, not getting into the kill zone. So back to practice.

Got a Bushnell range finder too and that really helps. No guesstimation of the distances and no waivering or uncertainty. Recommend everybody to get one, really helps on away courses. Helped me to get to single H.I. before the injury. Now have to work it and get down to single again!

Only change of equipment would be the Grips; Club fitter doesn't carry the lamkin Crossline full cord at the moment, and I have switched to Golf Pride Z-grip full Cord. Still finishing up my TM Penta TP5, but have tons of  TM lethal balls standing by. Haven't tried the Tour Preferred X or Tour Preferred balls yet, as the price is still way too high. Maybe next year. LOL.

Also waiting for Footjoy to come out with their new rain grip gloves and change the golf shoes too. Currently using my old Sport Joys for practice and Dry Joys Tour for play.