Nike Air Max 270 Golf Spikeless vs OluKai Wai‘alae

Buy the Air Max 270 if you want the most cushioned, breathable spikeless shoe and you play mostly in dry or mildly wet conditions. Buy the OluKai Wai'alae if you walk often, play in real rain, or want a leather shoe you can wear off the course. The Nike wins on cushioning, ventilation and range of sizes; the OluKai wins on waterproofing, walkability and long-term durability. Owners of the Nike praise the heel comfort but note the mesh upper wets through; OluKai owners report the leather holds up over seasons.

• Choose the Air Max 270 if you want maximum underfoot cushioning, a breathable mesh upper and a wide size run, and you mostly play dry rounds.
• Choose the OluKai Wai'alae if you walk your rounds, face wet mornings, or want a waterproof leather shoe that doubles as a casual shoe.