Thinking about popping the spikes off your Jordan golf shoes to wear them casually? It's a question that makes perfect sense, especially with how stylish Jordan golf models have become. This guide cuts right to the chase, explaining which shoes this works for, how to do it properly, and whether it’s actually a good idea for the street or the course.
Before you reach for a wrench, the first step is to identify what kind of Jordan golf shoes you actually own. Not all of them are built the same, and the type of sole determines whether spike removal is even an option. Broadly, they fall into two categories.
These are the models the question is really about. Shoes like the Jordan 1 High Golf, Jordan 6 Retro Golf, or the Jordan ADG series feature outsoles with threaded receptacles. These accommodate screw-in soft spikes, typically made by brands like CHAMP or Softspikes. The entire purpose of this design is to allow you to replace worn-out spikes to maintain optimal traction. Because they're designed to be removed, this is the type of shoe you can potentially convert for a different use.
How to spot them: Flip the shoe over. You'll see several individual, distinct "spikes" or "cleats" that look like they are screwed into the sole. They often have two small holes on their surface, which is where a spike wrench fits.
On the other hand, many popular models like the Jordan 1 Low Golf, the Jordan 5 Low Golf, and the Jordan 12 Low Golf are "spikeless." This term is a bit of a misnomer, they still have plenty of grip, but the traction comes from a permanently molded outsole. The sole is made of a durable rubber with an aggressive pattern of various-sized nubs, lugs, and fins. This pattern is designed to grip the turf effectively without using traditional spikes.
How to spot them: A quick look at the bottom of these shoes reveals a single, unified sole pattern. There are no individual, removable parts. The traction elements are part of the outsole itself and cannot be taken off without destroying the shoe.
So, if you own a spikeless model, the conversation ends here - they function as they are. If you have a spiked model, let's get into the mechanics of taking those cleats out.
Removing your golf spikes is a straightforward process, but doing it correctly will save you a lot of frustration and protect your investment. A little preparation goes a long way.
Congratulations, you now have a pair of spike-less Jordan golf shoes. But what good are they now?
With a set of empty holes on the bottom of your shoes, you have a couple of questions to answer. The first is about their on-course performance.
In a word: don’t. While you technically can walk onto a course with the spikes removed, you absolutely shouldn't. The outsole of a spiked shoe is not designed to provide grip on its own. The receptacles create an uneven, awkward, and extremely slippery surface.
From a coaching perspective, this is a disaster for your game. We build the entire golf swing on the principle of a stable base. As we discuss in the setup, your feet provide the foundation to rotate your hips and torso, generating power and consistency. By removing your spikes, you remove that stable connection to the ground. Your feet will slip, especially on uneven lies or in damp conditions, forcing you to make compensations. This robs you of power and makes it nearly impossible to deliver the club to the ball consistently. You’ll be off-balance and out of sync before you even finish your backswing.
This is the real reason most people ask the question. You've got a great-looking pair of shoes and want to show them off away from the course. So, can you wear them as everyday sneakers once the spikes are out?
If you just remove the spikes and try to walk on pavement, you'll immediately notice a problem. The empty receptacles are now the lowest point of the shoe. Walking will feel strange and unstable. The holes will act like little vacuums, picking up pebbles, gum, and other debris from the street. On top of that, walking on hard surfaces with the plastic ridges of the receptacles exposed will quickly wear them down and damage the threads, which is a major issue if you ever want to put spikes back in.
Thankfully, there's a simple and elegant solution: golf cleat blanks or street caps.
These are small, non-spiked covers that have the same threading as a regular golf spike. You simply screw them into the empty receptacles just like you would a new spike. Brands like CHAMP make "Street Caps" that are widely available and work with most modern receptacles (like the common Slim-LOK or Fast Twist 3.0 systems).
The benefits are immediate:
With street caps installed, your Jordan golf shoes are now perfectly wearable for a casual day out. They look fantastic, and from a distance, no one would know they aren't the standard lifestyle version. However, it's important to set realistic expectations.
Even with blanks, a golf shoe is not a sneaker. The primary difference is the sole's rigidity. A golf shoe, especially a high-performance model like a Jordan, has a much stiffer sole and midsole platform. This design provides lateral stability to resist the powerful rotational forces of a golf swing. A regular sneaker, by contrast, is built with a flexible sole for comfortable, linear movement like walking or running.
What this means is that while your de-spiked Jordans will be comfortable enough for a trip to the store or a backyard BBQ, they probably aren't the best choice for a day spent walking around a city or standing for hours on end. The stiffness that makes them great on the course will feel less forgiving on pavement over time.
Think of it as a fantastic way to get more value and versatility out of your kicks rather than a true 1-for-1 replacement for your dedicated daily walkers. It's a fun and practical perk of owning stylish, spiked golf shoes.
So, you absolutely can take the spikes off Jordan golf shoes, provided you have a model with removable cleats. The key is to replace them with golf cleat blanks or "street caps," which will allow you to wear them casually without damaging the shoe or sacrificing comfort on hard surfaces.
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