Staff WriterIf golf shoes could talk, most would mumble something about “stability” and “breathability” and then ask to be left alone. The redesigned AVANT TOUR from PUMA GOLF, however, would kick open the clubhouse door, order something neat, and casually mention it can handle 18 holes in sideways rain without blinking.
Launching in three tidy, confidence-boosting colourways—white-gray, white-deep navy, and white-brown mushroom—the new AVANT TOUR aims to marry old-school charm with modern-day performance. In other words: it looks like it belongs at a private members’ club, but it’s built for the sort of footwork that keeps you upright when your swing decides to audition for interpretive dance.
“Today’s players want to express themselves through their style on the course more than ever,” said Mike Diaz, Marketing Director at Puma Golf. “The AVANT TOUR design is one that offers the ultimate combination of traditional, classic styling and modern performance and we couldn’t be more pleased with the final product.”
A Classic Look, Built Like a Modern Workhorse
PUMA GOLF is leaning hard into premium materials here, starting with PREMIUM FULL GRAIN LEATHER UPPERS and one-year waterproof protection—the kind of detail that matters when you’ve got a tee time that refuses to respect the forecast. It’s designed to look ultra-premium in sunshine and behave itself when the course turns into a wet sponge.
Underfoot, the AVANT TOUR is engineered for comfort and responsiveness. PROFOAM MIDSOLE CUSHIONING teams up with a TPU WELT to create that “walk 18, feel fine at 19” sort of ride. Translation: less foot fatigue, more focus on the shot at hand—especially the ones you swear were “pure” even as they disappear into a hedge.
And because traction is the quiet hero of any good round—right up until it isn’t—the shoe features an 8-spike PERFORMANCE OUTSOLE with SOFTSPIKES Tour Flex Pro Spikes. That’s a proper, tour-style setup for players who want their feet planted and their ball flights less… adventurous.
A Hint of Edge (Because Not Everyone Wants to Dress Like a Lawn Bowler)
While the AVANT TOUR nods to traditional styling, it doesn’t wear a bow tie. There’s a faux snakeskin heel section and a black painted TPU outsole that add a little bite—enough to signal you’re not just here for the complimentary coffee and polite applause.
“We’re definitely excited about the new AVANT TOUR,” adds Diaz. “The three new colorways are gorgeous, and the design and construction provide players with all the performance and comfort anyone could want. There’s no doubt PUMA’s modern take on classic styling will satisfy both traditionalists and those with a bit more edge.”
Price and Release Date
The redesigned AVANT TOUR is priced at $170 and will be available starting January 19 at retail and on pumagolf.com. If you’ve been searching for a leather, waterproof, spiked option that can look sharp while doing the hard yards, this is very much PUMA GOLF making a confident play.
What to Know at a Glance
- Model: AVANT TOUR (redesigned)
- Colorways: white-gray, white-deep navy, white-brown mushroom
- Upper: PREMIUM FULL GRAIN LEATHER with one-year waterproof protection
- Comfort: PROFOAM MIDSOLE CUSHIONING + TPU WELT
- Traction: 8-spike PERFORMANCE OUTSOLE + SOFTSPIKES Tour Flex Pro Spikes
- Style notes: faux snakeskin heel, black painted TPU outsole
- Price: $170
- Availability: January 19 (retail + pumagolf.com)
