Welcome Back: The adidas Tour360 SL is the comeback golf shoe we needed

Two decades of adidas design evolution, iconic support, and serious comfort backed with spikeless flexibility for golfers who want performance everywhere.

Few of the best golf shoes carry as much legacy as the adidas Tour360. For over 20 years, the Tour360 family has blended tour-level tech with unmistakable style, instantly recognized by those signature three stripes and a fit that’s won fans from club golfers to major champions. When the latest Tour360 hit the shelves, it seemed the brand had turned a new leaf, and with the Tour360 SL, adidas has refined its icon for a new, spikeless generation.

It’s no surprise this ranks among the best spikeless golf shoes on the market today, while the traditional Tour360 24 earns its place among the best spiked options for players seeking maximum traction.

For as much heritage as this shoe carries, it absolutely looks and feels fresh. Pick the SL up, and you notice two things right away: premium waterproof leather quality and surprising lightness. The athletic fit, unmistakable branding, and hints of past Tour360 triumphs make this a golf shoe you actually get excited about lacing up.

Crucially, after disappointments with certain “premium” features on the old versions, like the infamous leather heel that seemed designed to rub you the wrong way, it’s a relief to see the Tour360 SL swap this out for a plush ‘T-shape’ suede microfiber heel. It’s proof that adidas really listened, making an all-rounder that works for a broad range of feet and delivers instant, reliable comfort.

After plenty of weeks on my feet, I’d call this the best Tour360 yet for golfers who crave stability, understated style, and crossover comfort without ever feeling underdressed.

Comfort: 5/5

If you love adidas Boost in your trainers, rejoice, it makes all the difference here. Just like in the spiked model. Underfoot, the Boost heel teams up with Lightstrike in the forefoot for a balance of pillowy comfort and energetic stability, so each step feels rewarding but never too squishy.

The new suede microfiber heel cup is a small-feature, big-impact change; it’s soft, supportive, and most importantly blister-free straight out of the box. The fit runs true to size (a real win after some past Tour360 headaches), and with medium and wide options, just about any golfer can step in with confidence. After 18 holes, the feeling is clear: adidas finally nailed the out-of-the-box comfort.

Performance: 4/5

Performance is one where the shoe earns its Tour stripes. adidas didn’t just slap a spikeless sole on and call it a day. This shoe’s built to play. The Tour360 SL benefits from its heritage hardware: the Torsion Bridge and 360-wrap lock your foot in place, creating a one-two punch of midfoot stability and secure traction.

You swing hard, the shoe doesn’t flinch. Out on course, even without spikes, the traction is as close to Tour-worthy as a spikeless can manage, aided by the well-designed sole and secondary traction nubs. It genuinely feels stable tackling undulating lies, wet fairways, or firm tee boxes, and while the Boost is now focused in the heel (not full-length like some prior releases), it does wonders for support and energy return.

Durability: 4/5

adidas always delivers on build quality, and the Tour360 SL is no exception. The soft, premium leather upper is more robust than it looks; it resists creasing better than past models and shapes to your foot after a handful of rounds without ever going floppy.

The T-shape suede heel is engineered for both durability and comfort, holding up to plenty of wear without losing its plush feel. After taking these through rain, mud, and more than a few cleaning sessions, I found they’re easy to keep looking sharp, just a simple wipe-down with water or cleaner does the trick.

Style & Design: 4/5

The Tour360 SL scores big on looks, blending tradition and subtle modern tweaks. The three-stripe branding and 360 wrap are unmistakable, and the athletic silhouette fits right in with both shorts and trousers. adidas has finally found a sweet spot between bold tour credibility and understated off-course wear.

I’m not saying they go well with a pair of jeans, but if you’re after a Tour360 you can wear to and from the course, this is that shoe. The premium materials and new heel details elevate the whole package into something that looks and feels top-tier.

Technology & Features: 4/5

A lot of the magic comes from the tech in this shoe. The Torsion Bridge, Power Plate, 360 Wrap, and the Boost/Lightstrike combo all do serious work behind the scenes, delivering stability, energy return, and confidence round after round. adidas’ “performance last” ensures sizing is finally consistent across the line, and the variety of width choices means no more second-guessing your fit.

The only slight nitpick? Like many premium leathers, breathability isn’t off-the-charts, so toes may warm up on those rare blazing-hot rounds. But that’s the compromise for soft, supple, all-weather-proof leather that’s as easy to clean as it is to wear.

Final Verdict: 21/25

adidas went back to its roots with this Tour360 SL, borrowing everything that made its best shoes iconic and modernizing it for the spikeless era. The comfort is instant.

The performance is dialed in whether you’re bombing a drive, scrambling out of thick stuff, or walking off the 18th. It’s versatile enough to take right from the course to your car, no shoe change needed.

Most importantly, it feels like adidas actually listened to what golfers wanted, fixing those niggles (bye-bye, blistering heel!) and balancing tradition with on-course tech. If you want a shoe that’s classic, comfortable, and ready for anything, the Tour360 SL should be on your shortlist.

adidas Tour360 SL Golf Shoes

RRP: £149.00 / $189.00

Colorways: Multiple

Sole: Spikeless

BOA: Yes

Waterproof: Yes

Fit: True to size