SWEET STUFF
In addition to the new features in the improved PRO/SL, Footjoy also introduced a complete additional option for this line with the new PRO/SL™ Carbon that integrates a full-length carbon fiber insert into the midsole of the shoe for even more stability and motion control. Carbon fiber flexes and elastically snaps back to its molded position with each step recovering more of the energy generated while walking and allowing the body to work less. This will result in less leg and foot fatigue at the end of the round noted FJ officials.
This shoe provides even more padding in a classy looking design that offers enhanced wrap-around comfort and no-slip fit with a soft, molded collar and conforming underfoot cushioning with an Ortholite® Impressions Fitbed®. All of this in a shoe that is even lighter and more comfortable featuring Chromoskin™ leather by Pittards™.
The shoe is already getting the attention of some top Tour players who are wearing it:
“I’m someone who loves to be comfortable, and the new PRO/SL is the most comfortable golf shoe I’ve ever put on my feet,” said Louis Oosthuizen.
“When I tried Carbon for the first time, I wanted to put them in play immediately,” added Charley Hoffman. “The comfort and stability are incredible”.
Footjoy is also introducing a new version of the hottest shoe in golf in the Women’s performance footwear lineup. The all-new Women’s PRO/SL has already been worn to victory on the LPGA by Sei Young Kim, winner of the 2019 CME Group Tour Championship.
All the lines of the PRO/SL come in a variety of color combinations. The PRO/SL for men comes in: White/royal/grey Laced;
White/charcoal/grey Laced; White/grey/ Lime Laced; Navy/royal/grey Laced; Black/ Charcoal/lime Laced; Grey/white Laced and White/grey/charcoal BOA®.
The PRO/SL Carbon is offered in: Black/ Charcoal/grey Laced and White/charcoal/ Grey Laced. The Women’s PRO/SL is available in: White/silver/grey Laced; Grey/ Light Blue Laced; White/aqua Laced and White/silver/ Rose BOA®.
For more information: www.footjoy.com
The Back Thing Support
If anyone knows about back pain, it is golfers. It is the most common injury related to the sport because of the repetitive twisting motion required and the modern lifestyle that requires hours of sitting (usually at a computer) with little or no movement. A long week of sitting follow by 18 holes of golf is not the healthiest thing for the back.
A new product that is simple yet effective in countering the effects of sitting called The Back Thing™ has been introduced to the golf market to offset the impact of sitting while working, traveling, driving and of course in a golf cart.
This foldable, light-weight support couldn’t be simpler to use. Designed by a neurosurgeon, The Back Thing supports the lower (lumbar) area of the back by giving support with different technology than other seat cushions. Instead of horizontal cushioning that pushes the lower back to overarch, The Back Thing uses vertical pine slats beneath its padded cushion to promote better posture and lumbar support and relaxes back muscles. The slim design makes it foldable and easy to carry for travel and work.
This ingenious support comes in several sizes—recreational (great for golf), Traveler and the Original. It is light (15 oz.) and offers the feeling of a back support without having to wear anything—and promotes circulation.
It was designed originally to help anyone suffering from lower back pain-- the second leading cause of doctor’s visits--beaten out only by the common cold. It also accounts for the most job-related injuries and time off from work. According to The Hidden Impact of Musculoskeletal Disorders on Americans report, there were 264 million lost workdays in one year due to back pain. That’s two workdays for every full-time worker in the country. People in the U.S. spend more than $100 billion on treatment for lower back pain, according to the The Journal of American Osteopathic Association.
Back pain can come on abruptly after lifting a heavy object or as the result of an accident, but most back pain is caused by sedentary lifestyles. In general, Americans spend much of their time sitting. They sit for work, for travel, to eat and to watch TV. They’re sitting so much it’s become detrimental to their health, leading scientists to say that sitting is the new smoking. Combine this with a sport like golf that involves twisting and bending, and you have even more need to protect the back!
The Back Thing is available online at www.thebackthing.com