I have to admit that when the size 8 Ashworth Cardiff ADC arrived on my doorstep, I was a little concerned. I’m 43 now and the older I get, the bigger my feet seem to get and the pickier I get about shoes and the comfort of my feet. While the length of my foot has stayed basically the same over the years, across my toes seem to continue to spread wider and wider. Hence, I have started to by larger shoes because standard sizing in shoes across the toe box have been consistently getting more narrow.

I avoided putting on these size 8s for a couple of weeks. The overwhelming dread of squeezing my feet into another pair of shoes where my toes were squished together was creeping ever so closer. Finally, with beautiful sunny skies and no rain in sight, I pulled out my navy and white Ashworth Cardiffs and decided to suck it up and give them a whirl.

All I can say is WOW! Could it be true? Is there really a pair of golf shoes out there that are the right size in width and length that are also comfortable, practical, and perform? Here is your answer…YES!

Not only do these shoes perform on the golf course and they might be the most comfortable golf shoes I have ever had, but Ashworth stands behind them with a two year waterproof warranty. And believe me, with the soggy summer and fall we have had in Atlanta, waterproof is essential. No leaks here trust me, I have walked these shoes through every inch of my waterlogged course. This new Cardiff is both functional and flexible with a spikeless outsole that delivers both stability and traction under any conditions.

And you give up nothing in style for such a high performing shoe. The Cardiff ADC has the look of a classic, traditional spiked shoe with all the modern performance enhancements. I’ve always loved the look of the classic golf shoe, but have usually found that shoes with the traditional look, usually lack in comfort. This is not the case with this Ashworth shoe.

It is a beautiful shoe with a premium leather upper, advanced comfort last and super-soft polyurethane sockliner on a poured PU midsole. The women’s leather Cardiff ADC is available in four colorways with a MSRP of $120.

Ashworth makes a very similar Cardiff ADC for the men as well. You can see the whole line on the Ashworth website.

The Open is just days away, so we thought we would give you a preview of the actual Ashworth script that will be worn by 2013 US Open winner Justin Rose. So far this year, we have personally seen all three Major Championship Ashworth scripts (one of which you can win here). For the Open, Ashworth again shows why they are one of the premier golf apparel companies.

All four shirts are fairly traditional but with nice details that set them apart from your basic off the rack polo. Specifically, Ashworth has added four button plackets, breast pockets, and button down collars in various combinations that give the polos a certain level of distinction and class.

Addtionally, Ashworth has done a nice job with color. While 3 of the shirts are mostly solid in color, the Performance EZ-SOF Blocked Golf Shirt features wide stripes across the chest. My only complaint is that the pattern is only on the front of the shirt as I prefer when it wraps around.

The EZ-SOF Cut and Sew Golf Shirt uses a smaller striped pattern, but still manages to give the illusion of a wider chest, which for slimmer guys is a welcomed feature. Note that the pattern on this polo is also on the back of the shirt.

While the remaining two polos are solid in color, I dig the addition of a breast pocket. Even though they are basically functionally useless outside of stashing the $5 bill you took from your buddy, they act as a splash of style.

The only downside of course is that we will likely never see any of these polos on TV, as temperatures and weather are rarely “ideal” for the Open. Still, my hat’s off to Ashworth for another great script for a major championship.

You can visit Ashworth on the web here.

At Three Guys Golf we love to search out new lines of golf apparel, but it is equally rewarding to rediscover brands that we have forgotten about. One such company who has recently stepped up their game is Ashworth Golf.

If you are not a regular viewer of the PGA you may have missed it, but this past year or so, Ashworth Golf has made a tremendous and triumphant return to the apparel segment of the golf industry.

After TaylorMade-Adidas acquired Ashworth back in October of 2008, the company has been on a steady climb to the top in the classic golf attire world. With their new 2013 spring line offering inspired designs and improved fit, Ashworth is again making name for themselves as a solid choice for players looking for a classic look with modern technology. Their new line not only fits fantastic but it is also amazingly comfortable.

Helping Ashworth’s increased popularity is the addition of pros like Fred Couples, Justin Rose, Sean O’Hair, Justin Leonard, Rory Sabbatini and Johnson Wagner. Beyond building out a solid team, Ashworth has also been creative with their marketing by releasing limited edition performance polos that carry the Fred Couples name.

You will note, Freddie’s signature is embroidered on the inside of the polo right under the tag, adding a touch of Boom-Boom class to the shirt. Looking closer, you will even find this particular shirt is only 1 of 300 – yeah, that’s pretty cool. Some might be prone to sealing it up and seeing what they could get for it a few years from now but not me. I plan on wearing it until the stitches come apart!

In addition to the new line of polos, Ashworth has extended their product line to include pants, shorts, sweaters, hats, visors, socks, belts and even shoes. The best part is it how all flows together seamlessly.

Ashworth is certainly doing its part to make sure everyone is aware that they are here to stay. Case in point: the new “The Pants Petition” which very cleverly shows off the brand. So if you have been out to lunch on the Ashworth revival, it’s time to take a fresh look.

You can see the whole line of Ashworth apparel on their website.

Ashworth Cardiff Review: Here at Three Guys Golf, we are fortunate enough to get to try out and review lots of golf shoes. Since I primarily walk when I play golf and because I suffered a herniated disc, footwear is super important to me.

I must admit that I was a bit behind the movement to the “street shoes” that do not have traditional spikes. So after my back trouble I was of the opinion that I was going to have to sacrifice traction for comfort since I could no longer wear my old golf shoes without additional back pain. While my back would be happy for me to play in simple running shoes, the fact is that proper grip is not only important for the golf swing but also to simply gain traction while navigating the contours of the course.

When I saw the Ashworth Cardiff golf shoes, they reminded me of some of the other street shoes we have reviewed recently. However, one big difference with the Ashworth Cardiff golf shoes is that they come with a 2-year waterproof guarantee. When you play in the morning with heavy dew or in wet conditions, this is a real advantage. Besides keeping my feet dry, the Ashworth Cardiff shoes are extremely comfortable and well made. Plus, they look really cool. The white square on the heel is one feature in particular that sets them apart in terms of style.

In terms of walking, standing, and hitting balls, these have become my favorite of the shoes I’ve tried so far. You can see from the photos that the Cardiffs look a bit like a low profile ‘boat’ shoe with a ‘white wall’ around the outside of the base. The soft leather uppers are pliable and yet not sloshy or flimsy. Turning over the shoe, there are a couple of nice details. The sole is designed so that the cleats at the very front and the rear of the sole are smaller that the ones more in the ‘middle’ of the sole, such that they keep the ends of the shoe from wearing down as quickly during a ‘normal’ stride where the heel and toe tend to get the most rub on any hard surfaces.

When hitting balls, the Ashworth Cardiff cleats do a great job of grabbing the ground, and they feel very solid when walking down slick, wet embankments. While the nubs are fairly small, there are enough of them to provide ample grip and I never feel like I had any individual spikes putting pressure on my foot– like I do with many traditional shoes.

On the PGA tour you will now find Justin Rose wearing the Ashworth Cardiff golf shoes. Judging from his performance I am pretty sure he is not having any issues with grip, and if he’s like me, his knees and his hips are thanking him at the end of a long day of walking.

If you are still on the fence about moving to a street shoe, the Ashworth Cardiff golf shoes are a great entry point. I think you’ll really be impressed with how comfortable they are, and how much game is under the hood.

The Ashworth Cardiff run about $120. You can see all of the styles on their website.