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The Boxto Exo X2 spikeless golf shoes utilize both premium leather and modern performance materials for comfort and functionality. Unique blend of athletic and classic aesthetics.
Introduction
My review of the Legacy Hybrid Love [read it HERE] was our first look at Boxto, a relatively new brand. Interestingly, in researching their website for this review of the Boxto Exo X2, I noticed an updated vision:
“To be the premier choice for discerning golfers worldwide, known for our unique blend of classic design, cutting-edge technology, and handcrafted excellence in every pair of shoes we produce.”
This more focused version seems like a much better mantra than the “lofty goals” I wrote about previously. Do the Exo X2 golf shoes align with this new vision? Let’s take a look.
Looks
From the first look, the Boxto Exo X2 met the vision’s “unique blend” benchmark, having both a modern athletic look and classic details. My eyes had a hard time landing on one element, bouncing from the pinhole wingtip design on the toe cap to the black strip across the forefoot and onto the brown leather emblem on the heel. While that could be interpreted as the shoes being busy, to me it’s reflective of the designers adding interest from every perspective.
Another detail that caught my attention was the hex stitching that replicates the shape of the lugs. Speaking of the lugs, each is sitting within hexagons on the clear sole – great visual coordination. Beneath the clear window of the sole lies the essence of the Boxto Exo X2 – black onyx. Not the actual stone, but a groovy graphic rendition. According to the Boxto website, black onyx “is believed to absorb negative energy and promote emotional stability.” The site goes on to state: “Black onyx could provide golfers with a sense of grounding and resilience, shielding them from distractions and enhancing their mental fortitude during play.” Wouldn’t that be awesome – and well worth the $199 retail price.
The Exo X2 shoes are also available in white. As you may have noticed in the photos, the shoes come with two sets of laces – white and black. My fashion savvy wife affirmed my choice of black.
Comfort
Since I harped on the weight of the Legacy Hybrid Love, let me begin this section stating the Boxto Exo X2 are delightfully light. Shoes are made up of many elements, but clearly (no pun intended) Boxto wanted to highlight their XL Extralight midsole material. This is my first experience with the polyolefin-based compound, and I like the way it feels under foot. There’s cushioning with every step, but it’s more on the firm side than bouncy.
That said, the sole of the Exo X2 has a bit of stiffness. The flex is more aligned with a stability golf shoe than a basic athletic shoe. Some of that feel can be attributed to the lugs, which are firm – think durability.
Moving up, the dual-layer insole had a nice balance of cushioning and support. The 100% leather uppers had a luxurious feel – soft a supple. The fit across my forefoot was snug, and may be an issue if you have wider feet. The lace section is on the shorter side, more similar to a dress shoe. I found a little wiggle room for my toes, and my heels felt secure. You’ll want to give these shoes a little break in period – maybe an hour on the range.
Performance
On the traction front, the deep waffle pattern lugs of the Boxto Exo X2 provided solid traction. Boxto designers did a nice job of staggering the positions to function well regardless of motion direction. Spacing also kept small stones from getting stuck in the sole. After a few outings, the lugs show minimal wear.
As I mentioned in Comfort above, the shoes exhibit characteristics usually associated with a stability shoe – despite their athletic look. There was average flex at the balls of my feet but heel to toe twisting was constrained. Although I traditionally prefer mobility spikeless golf shoes, I found the Exo X2 very playable.
We’ve experienced a long drought in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, so I utilized the ol’ spigot to test Boxto’s water resistance claim. Stuffing my hand inside, I didn’t sense any moisture. I did note how soft the interior was. I could easily see slipping the Exo X2 on for a post dinner putting match sans socks.
Conclusion
With their contemporary yet classic looks and use of modern materials, the Boxto Exo X2 spikeless golf shoes certainly align with company’s new vision. Craftsmanship is also nicely displayed and elevates the shoe’s appearance to align with the $199 price tag. My feet were happy the first time I slipped on the Exo X2, and the comfort only got better with further wear.
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Of course they’re too narrow 🤬 When will these brands ever recognize that 99% of shoes regardless of their purpose are simply too narrow? If I could start my own shoe/golf shoe company it would dominate the industry. Proper health and comfort are key.