While not technically aiming for the moon as our headline suggests, Nike Golf has introduced a line of limited edition Lunar Control Footwear for the 2012 Masters. These will be worn by most Nike Golf athletes at the first major championship of the season, The Masters.
“It’s fun to do something special for our athletes – to help them enjoy this occasion and mark the moment,” said Lee Walker, Nike Golf’s Footwear Product Director. Reigning Masters Champion, Charl Schwartzel, will be wearing the limited edition shoe as well as Paul Casey, Kevin Chappell, Stewart Cink, Simon Dyson, Ross Fisher, Lucas Glover and Francesco Molinari. The footwear complements this season’s Tour Performance apparel, providing the athletes head-to-toe style and tour proven performance.
The new shoes promise exceptional cushioning for walking the course and the Flywire stability for powerful golf swings. The shoes feature Lunarlon foam midsole proves durable and highly responsive yet offers the underfoot comfort and ground feel players desire. This Nike Limited Edition Lunar Control shoes (street price: $150) are crafted of premium full-grain waterproof leather enhanced with brogue details on the vamp and quarter. Each pair of limited edition Lunar Control includes a shoe bag to protect the footwear between rounds.
With all these pros wearing the shoes, it seems Nike Golf might actually be aiming for the stars as well.