# Modern Golf Sneakers The Nike Flyknit Elite Golf Shoe is Made for the Modern Athlete By Meghan Young | Published 2016-06-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-flyknit-elite-golf References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/nike-flyknit-elite-golf-shoe/) & [store.nike](http://store.nike.com/us/en_us/pd/flyknit-elite-mens-golf-shoe/pid-11056601/pgid-11161325) The sport of golf has always had a bit of an older audience, but the [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-zoom-victory-tour) Flyknit Elite Golf sneaker appeals to people of all ages who have been interested in such a pastime. In fact, those who pick up a pair might consider it as more than a hobby. Of course, the shoe brings more than style to the turf. The Nike Flyknit Elite Golf sneaker boasts Articulated Integrated Traction technology, which is an all-new traction system that has a series of ridges helping to propel you through your swing while keeping your foot low to the ground. This sole is paired with a Lunarlon midsole for comfort and the first [Flyknit upper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-general-82-3) developed specifically for golf. Together they form quite the shoe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Modern Golf Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the golf footwear market through more modern and stylish designs. - **Advanced Golf Shoe Technology:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the golf footwear market through the integration of advanced traction systems and comfortable midsoles. - **Athletic-inspired Golf Sneakers:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the golf footwear market through the creation of golf sneakers that appeal to a younger, more athletic audience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Sports Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the sports retail industry through the introduction of modern golf footwear to attract new customers. - **Golf Equipment:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the golf equipment industry through the development of advanced golf shoe technology that improves comfort and performance. - **Athletic Footwear:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the athletic footwear industry through the creation of golf sneakers that combine athletic performance with golf-specific features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interchangable Sporty Golf Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-zoom-victory-tour.md) - [Modern Golfer Footwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-shoe1.md) - [Comfort-Forward Golf Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-golf-shoes.md) - [Bold Tonal Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-golf.md) - [Knitted Breathable Dynamic Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture.md) - [Blue Tonal Footwear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-flight-collection.md) - [Icy-Inspired Textural Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-89-g.md) - [Multi-Color Golf Silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lt1.md) - [Advanced 70s-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacoste-elite-active-sneakers.md)