The Gallivan2r is one of the latest additions to G/Fore’s vast collection of women’s shoes that combine high fashion and performance for an unmistakable modern and stylish look. This model combines the classic design of the Gallivanter shoe with the comfort of the MG4+, so I was keen to find out if Gallivan2r is now one of the best women’s golf shoes out there.
Compared with G/Fore’s women’s G.112 kiltie golf shoe, the first thing I noticed about Gallivan2r was its classic and more understated style, although in fairness, this was probably due to the all-over black, rather than a mix of vibrant colors.
It’s one of the most classy looking shoes I’ve seen this year with a patent-type toe, as well as a shiny rigid black heel counter and topped off with a glossy patch on the kiltie. I haven’t always been a big fan of kilties, but they’re definitely on-trend, and I must admit I like it on this model, perhaps because it’s black on black and blends nicely with the shoe’s overall design and it also highlights the brand’s circle G’s embossed logo.
It wouldn’t be a G/Fore shoe if there wasn’t an element of fun, or a splash of color somewhere, and that’s found on the sole, which has nubs in a variety of colors including shades of pink, purple and red.
It has a low profile, unlike for example, FootJoy’s Pro/SLX, and the leather does not immediately feel as soft and giving as Ecco’s Biom C4 or Duca del Cosma’s Alesi golf shoe, but that’s not to say that over 18 holes I didn’t find the Gallivan2R as one of the most comfortable golf shoes for women because they are nicely cushioned. I would say this shoe is true to size, but it felt fairly snug, although I like this in a golf shoe as it allows you to feel compact and stable over your shots.
This shoe is available in five colorways, but this color is perfect for winter golf and I managed to easily wipe off mud to bring it back to shiny newness! It’s also very lightweight, so playing in wet and muddy conditions, which can be exhausting, provides easy walking.
One of the best things about G/Fore shoes is the unique massaging insole. Once you’ve got used to the sensation underfoot, it’s a design feature that most women will love. I was impressed by the grip too, thanks to the G/Pod cleat system, as well as secondary traction lugs. This shoe might be spikeless, but it definitely has the ability to perform well all year round.
