TODAY’S PATENT – GOLF SHOE

This Golf shoe was invented by Jonathan G. Bacon (East Taunton, MA). It was patented by the USPTO on November 9, 2021, bearing patent number USD935140S1. This patent was assigned to Acushnet Company (Fairhaven, MA). The ornamental design for a golf shoe, as shown and described is claimed by the assignee.

The present disclosure relates generally to golf shoes and, more particularly, to golf shoes having improved outsoles. The technology under consideration relates to golf shoes that have an upper, a midsole, and an outsole. The outsole is made up of several wave-shaped flex channels that are encircled by a firm foundation material.

While the flex grooves enable the outsole to bend when a user walks or swings a golf club, the firm base material offers stiffness for support and stability. To provide grip between the golf shoe and the ground, the outsole also features many cleat-attaching and -removing receptacles.

The Acushnet Company was established in 1910 by Philip E. “Skipper” Young in Acushnet, Massachusetts. Acushnet’s flagship brand is Footjoy founded in 1857, an apparel line that specialises in shoes and gloves.

It is clear that FootJoy golf shoes continue to surpass the standards of the most discerning golfers in the world because they have been the indisputable #1 shoe on the PGA TOUR for more than 65 years. With a steady, distinctive emphasis on quality and performance, FootJoy is regarded as a genuine and iconic golf brand.