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The TRUE Linkswear TL-01 golf shoe is unbelievably light. I can’t stress “light” enough. Stylish, go-anywhere looks. Solid on-course performance.
Introduction
One of the biggest “Wow” products at the 2019 PGA Show was the TRUE Linkswear TL-01. The reason for the big reaction was simple: its weight, or lack thereof.
A light shoe is great, but footwear needs to do much more to be useful on the course. I took the TL-01 to the course to see if it was more than a one trick pony.
Looks
The TL-01 is the epitome of the “golf shoe that you can wear anywhere” trend. It’s a minimalist sneaker made from full grain Napa leather. There is virtually zero branding – just the embossed TRUE logo on the tongue and the tiny “TL-01” graphic on the heel. It’s the definition of clean and classic.
How sharp are the TL-01s? My wife, who has never once commented on my footwear, complimented them multiple times. The only problem is that I don’t want to get them dirty on the course. Obviously there is a simple solution: buy a second pair.
TRUE’s TL-01 is available in three colorways: black with white sole (seen here), white with khaki sole, and grey with a matching sole.
Feel
The most notable thing about the TRUE Linkswear TL-01 is the weight. TRUE states that they weigh just 8.7 oz. For comparison, my TRUE Majors (review HERE) weigh 18.4 ounces in a size 13, and the TL-01 weigh just 10.7 ounces. This absence of weight makes walking noticeably more pleasant, on or off the course.
You might think that the light weight comes at the expense of comfort, but the TL-01 feels wonderful on your feet. Every element of the shoe is soft and supple – it practically begs to be worn sock-free. Not only is it soft, there’s EVA cushioning in the midsole that will keep your dogs from barking, even after 36.
TRUE also modified the fit in the TL-01. Historically, TRUE has made shoes that are wide, especially in the toe. The TL-01 isn’t narrow, but it does have a more conventional shape and standard width. TRUE states that the leather will mold to your foot over time, and I can confirm that after just a few wears, they feel like they’ve adapted to my foot.
Performance
When I first unboxed the TL-01, the sole caught my eye. The “spikes” are noticeably taller than those on the Major or the TRUE Knit (review HERE). This gives the TL-01 excellent traction. Also, the slightly narrower fit made my foot feel more locked in to the shoe and the turf.
Something you will feel but not see is the zero drop heel. This has been a signature of TRUE shoes – the heel is not built up like it is on traditional golf shoes. For me, this leads to a more balanced feel and a better swing. If you’re not used to this, it may feel unusual at first, but I think it’s worth the transition period to have your foot in a more natural position.
Finally, while the TL-01 is not fully waterproof, it’s more than capable of handling dew or a light drizzle. These aren’t going to be my mudding shoes, but they can handle any normal golf conditions with ease.
Conclusion
If you’re tired of changing shoes when you arrive at and leave the course, simplify with the TRUE Linkswear TL-01. These shoes look amazing in all situations, are light and comfortable, and they won’t let you down on the course.
Do You Want Your Own TRUE TL-01s?
We’ve partnered with TRUE Linkswear to give one lucky reader a pair of TL-01s. Simply post a comment below with your name, location, and the size/color of TL-01 that you would like to win (see all the colors HERE). We will contact the winner via email on September 9, so make sure to keep your eyes on your inbox.
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Matt Saternus
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One day, I will own a pair of True. Maybe thiscis my chance.
Grey size 10 would be my choice.
Christopher Shively
High Point, NC
Black 11.5
Please and thank you.
I have a pair of altar running shoes I wear on the course too. Would love to compare the two. Size 9, white with khaki sole
Lasse Koskela
Brooklyn, NY
Black 11.5
Chuck
Long Island, NY
8 / Grey
Mark Johnson
Towson, MD
White 10.5
Would love to win a pair of these true golf shoes. Gray, size 9 please.
Hi, my name is Padraig Maclochlainn and I’d love a pair of those TL-01 shoes, my address is 4 Tirmacool park, Slavary road, Buncrana, co Donegal, Ireland, I’m an 9 here and would like the black ones, thank you.
Scott Kefalas
Thomasville, GA
9.5 Gray
I love Trues. Glad to see they recovered from the issues they had a couple of years back. The originals are my favorite golf shoes ever.
Kip Johnson
Akron, OH
White 13
They sound great. If I’m fortunate enough to to win the shoes, I’m a size 6 US.
Nice review as always! I really like the look and the sound of these shoes.
John Sweat
Warner Robins, GA
Size 9.5, bllack
Devon Owen
Falls Church, VA
So 10, black with white sole
Geoff Metts
Pittsburgh, PA
Black size 10
Nice review. Many intriguing aspects of these that I’d like to compare to other brands I have tried over the years, including 2 pairs I’ve been rotating this year. Thanks for opportunity!
Josh G
Ohio
Slight nod to black, but I really like grey also.
size 11.5 US
Ben Monaghan
Rosemount, MN
Size 11 in Black
Jim Rosteck in Rio Vista California. Size 11.5 in white.
Thanks
Corey Traverse
St Petes, FL
Size 10.5 black)👀🏌️♂️⛳️
Good review. I’ve had my eye on these for awhile. I’d like to see them in person. Are they only available direct from True Linkswear?
Jeff,
I don’t know if there are other distributors besides the TRUE website. I can’t recall seeing them in a pro shop anywhere.
Best,
Matt
Thanks for your reply Matt.
Jeff Kautsky
Carmel, IN
Size: 10.5
Color: Black
These look awesome, comfortable and ready for duty . Still have my Sensei’s. I think the white ones are for me. Size 12
I would choose the grey colored TL-01 in a size 13.
I live in Lethbridge, Alberta and golf out of the Keho Park Golf Course.
Hello I would love to win a pair of the TL-01’s.
White size 11 Calgary, Alberta, Canada
I’ve got two pairs of TruKnits, most comfortable shoes I’ve had in a long time. Can’t imagine what these are like. White looks amazing.
Been looking for a pair shoes to replace my similar looking FootJoys. Look like I’ve found them!
Josh, San Diego, 11.5, black. Thanks, awesome giveaway and good looking shoe!
Great looking shoe it reminds me of a Van shoes but with richer quality.
Robin
San Jose
Size 9.5
Black
I’ve been looking for a golf shoes to replace my discontinued FootJoys. Looks like I’ve found them!
Jack O’Neal, Santa Maria ca
9w Gray
Ethan Fine
Denver, CO
10.5 Black
Black
9.5 US
Orlando, FL
Long-time reader, first-time comment-er from Raleigh, NC!
Black 10’s look sharp.
Thanks & Best, Max Szilagyi
Beautiful Shoe
12 Black
Mike haley
Size 9
White color
Pittsburgh PA
Nelson
Laguna Niguel, CA
10.5
Black
Thanks!
These actually look sharper than my ECCOs. I would love a black pair in size 10.
Tom
Boulder, CO
Allan Crozier,
Size 11,
Black look great!
Great review the shoes look great and I would love to own a pair of these 🔥
Tyler Mills
Boston, MA
Black 11.5
Tyler Mills
Boston, MA
White 11.5 (ignore prior comment, please)
I love Trues. Glad to see they recovered from the issues they had a couple of years back. The originals are my favorite golf shoes ever.
Kip Johnson
Akron, OH
White 13
Joe Leo
Crestwood, IL.
Size 11 in White.
Sam Challgren
Minneapolis, MN
White – 11.5
Juca
São Paulo, BR
Black 11.5 US
Been wanting these for a while…
Brian Simpson
Commack, NY
Grey | sz 11.5
Brandon
Campbell CA
10
Grey
Allan
New Jersey
Size 9
Thank you for the opportunity 😎👍
Chris P.
Biloxi, MS
Size 8 in Black
I wouid love to try these golf shoes I always buy foot joys so if they can beat them they must be fantastic never found any so far
Matt Keller
White Oak, Pa
Size 9.5
White
Would be awesome!!! Please and thank you
Steve Pitts
North Brunswick, NJ
Grey
Size 11
I would love to win
Working on my healthy and wealthy mantra has to start from the inside out! I feel my inside is healed and I am ready to take it to the next level I have got a gym membership and last on my list is nee shoes (women size 8.5) good luck everyone!
Daniel from Norwich, Norfolk, UK. Size UK 9.5 in black would be lovely
Ben Lenet
Chicago
Grey 10.5 would look slick! Thanks for the opportunity!
Jason C
North Brunswick, NJ
White/10
I have the original and the knit. It’s a great shoe and customer service at TRUE is the best.
Todd Haymore
Winston Salem NC
11 White
Bob M
Kinsale VA
Size 11W
Black
TRUE That!
HOO YAH
Mike Bentley
Chicago, IL
Size 12
Black
I have a pair that are comfortable and great in that you can wear them to and from the course..
Walter Zahler
Hickory, NC
Black, size 13
Gabe Price
Michigan
13 – White
I would love to have a pair of the TL-01’s in black, size 9.
Thanks!
I’d love it if these came in women’s sizes too! They are very stylish and I’m sure that I’m not the only lady golfer to crave lightweight shoes that you can also wear to lunch with worrying about damaging them or the floor.
I wear a ladies size 7
Love the white / tan
A great review and would love to try them, if I am so lucky a size 11 in Grey would be amazing. Good luck everyone
True Links are some of the most comfortable shoes on the market. I have owned two pair and loved them.
Black– Size 9
True LINKS my wardrobe needs a ladies size 7 grey shoe. Thanks .
Keith in London Ontario
White 9.5 medium would look sweet!
Enjoy the stylish looks, this show is going to be a classic!
I would love a pair of the White in a size 9.
They look great! I enjoyed my last pair from this company. White in size 11.0, please. Need to show them off in Chattanooga, Tennessee!
beautiful shoes… 10,5 white perfect for me
thanks
Lots of people trying to get in the action!
Nate Woznick
West Michigan
Black 12’s
Charles Keller
N 42° 3′ 7.698” W 87° 45′ 5.805” CNT, USA
11.5/White
I’ve worn out my Ecco Hybris, perhaps this is my new brand of shoe. I would like to enter for a pair of grey 9.5s
Thanks
Brad LaVallee
Cornwall on Hudson, NY
I’d love, LOVE a pair of the grey!! Size 9 please!
I would love to try a pair of TRUE TL-01 shoes. I have bad feet and I am constantly looking for a good pair of shoes.
Rob
Rome, GA
Size – 9.5
Color – Grey
I had some of the old, old models and enjoyed them, but have purchased any of the newer ones. These look pretty trick!
9 black
Rhonda
Midland, Michigan
Size 7
White
SHARP LOOKING SHOES!
GREY IN A 10 WOULD BE SWEET!
Those are THE ugliest shoes on the planet.
No thanks. I’ll wait for the next gen of Nike shoes.
I am on True’s email list and ogle over their golf shoe posts every time. I would very much like to wear a pair of TL-01’s. they look awesome. size 9 d. The ones shown in black with white soles would do nicely on and off the course. Thank you for the chance. I look foward to your reviews every week.
Tim Chaffee
Brookville, IN
White – Size 11
White size 10.
Port Saint Lucie
Good looking shoe with spikes that look very positive for good traction
A bit pricey for average golfer on a budget but not so for some lucky golfer
WOULD REALLY LIKE THE WHITE SHOE IN 9.5 MEDIUM. I HAVE TWO OLDER PAIRS OF WIDE TOE-BOX TRUE LINKSWEAR SHOES THAT I ALTERNATE. NOT SURE THAT THEY WILL EVER WEAR OUT, BUT THEY ARE GETTING A LITTLE LONG IN THE TOOTH (LIKE ME)! BEST, -MARV
Black. Size 9. Syracuse, NY. THANKS!
Marvin Cantos
Lake Forest, Ca
Size 10.5
Black
Have one pair of street to course shoes and like the convenience. The Trues in each color look nice. I’d go with the white, 10.5. thanks.
Bob Stevens
Black
size 10
thanks!
Grey 10.5 Thanks for the review.
Dacula GA
Great looking shoe and excellent review. Black, size 13.
William Steck, Santa Rosa, CA. Would like to try a pair in grey, size 9.
I have never tried the “True Linkster” shoes but I would like to. Size 11.5. Black.
I wonder if these shoes could get across ‘the pond’
Head my way if they can – size 8(UK of course!)
John Schroeder
Muskego, Wisconsin
Would love to have a pair. Thanks for the opportunity to win a great gift.
Black – 10.5
9.5 black
Petaluma, CA
Mike DelGais
Philadelphia, PA
8, grey
Thank you
I usually buy foot joys but would love to win a pair. Of these if they can beat them then they must be very good
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Roy H
Size 9.5 grey
Chandler az
Mike Magurany
Milwaukee
Grey, 9, thank you
My new go to clothing is Linkswear
Great for on and off the course
Black and khaki
Size 10 1/2
Thanks and love your reviews
Chris Gordon
Oklahoma
White 10.5
These look incredible. Would love to wear them around!
A great looking collection for course or street executed with classic styling and tasteful branding.
Size 10 1/2 in gray would be a keeper for me.
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Look good and my feet are ready for a pair!
Please and thank u.
Doug J.
Hayden, Idaho
White, size 11
Cary Taylor
Palm Harbor, Florida
Grey, size 10.5
Thanks for the opportunity!
I’ve been looking and looking for a real good gulf shoe for a couple of years now.
Still using my old hiking shoes to gulf in, so these would be great to improve my game.
Men’s Size 10.5
Would love to have a pair of True Linkswear shoes. My buddies swear by them, but they’re hard to find here in Nova Scotia.
Would love to have a pair of True Linkswear shoes. My buddies swear by them, but they’re hard to find here in Nova Scotia. Grey size 10 s would be my choice.
Thanks for the opportunity!
Eric Law
Charlotte, NC
Size 10.5, Black
Have tried on 25 pairs of golf shoes in past three months and can’t find
Jumped to colors and it posted my half finished comment. Nothing seems to fit right. Maybe these are the One. Size 11 black
Ian Gerrish
Washington State
Size 11, Black
Black
Size 14
Wally Sabati
Las Vegas, NV
White size 8
Black…Size 13 medium. Anxious to try some!!
I practice sometimes barefooted, like Ben Hogan did. I. Oils practice in lightweight shoe would help me avoid getting my feet stained green😂. Also leather breaths so much better than the vinyl type of shoes. Especially when I walk in the hot days.
Larry Hill
Pittsburg KANSAS
10.5 Black
I would be styling for sure
Great opportunity to get a great pair golf shoes.
Black Size 13
Greg
California
Size 10 White (Sweeet!)
Thanks!
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It’s been more than a few years since I’ve worn True Linkswear and look forward to trying the TL-01. Thanks for another great opportunity PIG!
Hard to choose a color… but grey on grey caught my eye. size 10
Kyle Knutson
Princeton mn.
Shoe looks great and could be worn on course and off. Would love to be first at my club with them . Black size 8.5.
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These shoes may help my left foot problem! I have a torn tendon / drop foot and light shoes are a must to help me from dragging the toe.
White
9.5 / med. width
After 15 years of having sore feet after modt rounds, I am still looking for a comfortable pair of golf shoes..
Looks like the TL-01 May fit the bill. Grey size 10 medium width.
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Jesse Dula
Detroit, MI
Grey 11
I quit golf in the late 80’s and am now getting back into it. I’m retired now and have the time. Get to play with both my son-in-laws and have a great time. Lots for me to learn. I have no golf shoes at this time and am in need of a pair. Yours sound like a great pair to own. Grey size 12 would be great.
Hi there,
I have owned many pairs of golf shoes. None are perfect, and all seem to give and slip some when the grass is wet.
I would love to run a pair of these through a good workout . . .
Thanx,
10, Black
South Bend, Indiana
Would love a pair on my surgically repaired feet. Size 13, Black
My old True shoes are wearing out, thanks for this opportunity. Dave B., 60510, size 11.5 in grey. Good luck to all.
Rick Saunders
Savanna, GA
Awesome looking shoes! Would love to give them a spin.
10.5 Black
Mm any thanks for the opportunity!
I AM 79 YEARS OLD AND WOULD REALLY LIKE TO HAVE SOMETHING ON MY FEET THAT WILL FEEL AND FIT GREAT. I WEAR A SIZE #9
They sound great. I’m sold.
The black color would be my choice in a 91/2 size.
Thank you.
Marshfield, Wisconsin
Black, 12.5
Can’t wait to try these.
I have always wanted to try this brand.
Gray
Size 13
Bob Margala
Los Angeles, CA
Black 11.5
Extremely anxious to own a pair they sound fantastic My size 10.5 Grey
West Boylston, MA 01583
10 Black
I’ve got the polo… Blue…I’ve got the pants…Gray. I need the shoes, ( oh , Gray 11 medium) 🏌🏽♂️
Size 8
Tom Weirich
Cleveland, OH
Black Size 11
Thanks for the giveaway!
Great review, the shoes look fantastic!
Paul Schille
Portland, OR
Black size 14
Thank you!
Ed Weller
Deland, Fl
9.5 Black would be great!
A couple if errors in my previous post! Not Ben Hogan, but Sam Sneed practiced in bare feet. Second sentence should read. Practicing in lightweight shoe would would eliminate my grass stained feet.HaHa. Darn auto correct word is sometimes really weird.
Ben Davis
Mesa, AZ
Grey or Black size 12
Thank you for all the great reviews!
Tom Wallace
BRENTWOOD, CA
11.5 black
I bought my first pair two years ago and love them. It is time for another pair. Love these shoes
Bev Saramaga
Washington
Grey size 8
Kevin Mayo
Bremerton, WA
Black size 12
nik here
nice review, i think the fact that your wife commented on them speaks volumes, as well as the weight and stability
size 9.5 in white
aliso viejo ca
Really like the more “classic” look of the TL-01. Black in a 9 1/2 would fit well on me.
Mike
Williamsburg, MI
The original Linkswear shoes were big and boxy looking, not very pretty. Yes I would wear these new True TL-01
golf shoes with premium leather and only 8.7 oz. in weight; would make a good teaching shoe on the lesson tee.
Send me the black in 7.5 size., High Point, NC.
Love TRUE golf shoes – definitely the most comfortable that I’ve worn.
Size 12, Black
Scott K. Giles
Goodyear, Arizona
Size 10 / white
Noel
Emu Plains NSW Australia
Black 10.5 – thanks so much.
Sweet shoe
101/2 blk
Great looking shoe
Size 9 grey
I’d love to try these spikeless shoes
Black with the white looks really cool!!!!
Jim Dolliver
Sedona AZ
9.5 Medium
Love the shoes
Steve
These look really comfortable. All colors look good, but I’ll take.
Grey, size 10
Thank you!
Belton, S. C.
Joseph
Kansas City
Size 9
Grey
These shoes sound awesome! I would welcome a black pair in size 13.
I own 5 pairs of Trues and they are by far the most comfortable golf shoes ! 10.5 black would be a nice addition.
Love to try these shoes. Size 10M.
Would like to try these out.
Brian Kleveland
Columbus, NE
12.5 / White
Still wearing True Outsiders for most rounds.
Kevin Conlin Burlington, CT
11.5 in white looks nice
Love to win a pair. 8&1/2
I wear 3 different shoes on a rotating basis (to let each pair “rest” between rounds) and will most likely retire one pair soon (Addias). Love the “spikeless” models, but kind of out of my price range right now soany color size 11 would work perfectly.
Gray size 11. Tried lots of shoes none great, but these could be the one.
Drew Fink
Dunedin FL
Black 9.5
I would love to win, who wouldn’t? I would rock a pair of 12 white on the greens! These shoes look amazing, I could only imagine the feel. Please and thank you.
Don ,
uplandhunter61@yahoo.com
Hutchinson KS
Ricci Hidalgo
Sacramento, CA
Size 10 in black
White, 10.5 would be Fantastic!!!! ⛳🏌
At that weight, looks like this might be the ultimate walking shoe.
Gray, size 10
Those black TL-01s are 🔥! I need a classic black shoe like this one. Thanks for the contest.
Chris Kealey
Size 8
Medway, MA
Ron Woo. Arnold, MD. I’d love to try a pair of TL 01. size 10. black
These sound like amazingly comfortable shoes! Would love to have a pair.
Size 7.5 in black
Cathy Beck
Prince Albert, Ontario, Canada
I would love to own a pair of these shoes!!! Randy Waddell, Kingston,TN Black/ 9.5
Great looking shoe and I can use a pair of size 10 in Grey. Why is no one going for the coolest color?
Size 8 in black would be nice.
They look awesome
Michael Woods
East Greenbush, NY
Size 10 in Black
Brian V.
Long Beach, CA
Size 9
Black
I currently have a pair of True Linkswear shoes, they are very comfortable. It would be nice to update my shoes, size 11.5
Stan
Ben Healy
Nashville, TN
Size 13
White
Tim O’Sullivan
Lombard Illinois
Black
12
Thank’s for the opportunity!!
Black
11.5
Fall Branch, TN
Brad
Sask, Canada
Size 11 grey.
Matt, those are very cool looking shoes! I’d go with a black pair, size 9.5. Thanks!
Erik Ferner
Frisco, TX
They look awesome, I’d love a pair of these in black, uk 10!
Cheers for consideration!
Richie Marr, Glasgow Scotland.
Black
Size 11