Soft spikes

Golf Schools: Expect to Work your Soft Spikes Off
By Shane Sharp,
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Soft Spikes: Generic term given to the plastic type of spikes required on many courses. These softer spikes are believed to do less damage to the course, especially to the greens. (See "Spikes.")
Sole: The bottom of the club head.

soft spikes

Refers to plastic golf shoe spikes that are preferred (and required) on many courses, because they cause less damage to course grounds.

Golfers wear special shoes with exchangeable spikes (or little plastic claws termed soft spikes) attached to the soles. Tees resemble nails with a flattened head and are usually made of wood or plastic.

In recent years soft spikes have become more popular. Many golf clubs actually insist on them as they are thought to be better for the greens.

Soft Spikes are a recent innovation that are made of plastic and leave less severe marks on the green. Most courses require soft spikes and will not permit other types. Example: Greg's feet slipped as he swung because his spikes were all worn down.

into the underside of golf shoes, these devices give golfers the necessary grip while playing shots. Also known as cleets or studs (or coggs in Ireland). Originally made of metal, many golf clubs nowadays insist on players wearing "soft spikes" made ...

spike (also "cleat") sharp tong(s) on the bottom of golf shoes to help keep a player's feet from slipping ("soft spikes", a fairly recent innovation, are typically made of plastic, ...

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