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Title: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 05, 2017, 04:00:42 PM
Hello all,
Has anybody used the new Team Brunswick high performance shoes? I am impressed by how much you get in the box for the money - 5 soles, 4 heels, accessories - and wanted your thoughts on comfort, fit, etc. I especially like that the shoes are made RH or LH as I don't like the thought of velcro soles/heels on my pushaway shoe.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: charlest on August 05, 2017, 07:34:30 PM
What you like, rubber sole on the pushaway, non-slide shoe, I hate.  I shuffle and can't use rubber, especially a fixed rubber sole on the non-slide shoe. I use a teflon-attached sole on my non-slide and have no problem with it. On my Brunswick TPU-X and Dexter 8s, I use a #6 or #4 sole on my pushaway sole; I've had no problems for the past 4 years.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: tommymo on August 06, 2017, 07:30:26 AM
Being a toe dragger, the change to a fixed traction sole on the non slide shoe is better. My TPU X's are "flapping" right now because the Velcro has worn down. I've had nothing but issues once it started to flap. I've glued the traction sole several times just to remedy the problem. I eventually went back to my SST 6's. I have pre-ordered the new Team Brunswick shoes, I'm excited to use them.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Strider on August 06, 2017, 08:50:23 AM
Do we know what type of system the heel attaches with?  The TPU-X used the T-bar system.  I wonder if the soles/heels could be used interchangeably between the two.  I haven't looked much and don't "need" spares, but the combination I use are hard to find.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 09, 2017, 05:42:37 PM
Strider, I don't know the answer to that. Can you tell just by looking at the pictures of these components? Buddies is selling the shoes and has pictures of the heels and soles.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: bowler001 on August 09, 2017, 06:47:46 PM
Used them for first time last week. I was quite impressed with how nice they felt right out of the box. Comfort wise I would say definitely better than my 9s, but not quite up to par with the TPU-X as I would still say TPU-X is most comfy shoe I've ever worn. That being said, I never felt the performance was quite there with the TPU. I have all 3 colors and blew through the right toe (even putting tape and such on to protect it) on the first 2 rather quickly since I drag quite a bit and held off on using 3rd pair to avoid the same problem. So for me, the fixed traction sole and solid toe is sooooo nice to have again. The insoles are ok, I tend to get my own anyways, so I really didn't pay too much attention. I will say the leather upper definitely has a nice feel when I first put them on. One thing I did notice that I was really fond of, is they have a very wide platform on the sole. I have them in wide width, but also had others in wide width and I felt like these had a much better platform for balance. It kind of surprised me to be honest. For the price (around $149), I think these shoes are by far going to be the best bang for your buck for top tier performance shoes. 5 soles and 4 heels in the box too! Also, the new Rampage shoe from Brunswick which offers interchangeable slide soles (not heel) is showing pricing around $79 online. Another shoe that I think will be very good option for bowlers who want some versatility without spending a lot.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 09, 2017, 09:02:07 PM
Bowler101, thanks a ton for the info! How is the sizing compared to your Dexters? I was planning to order the same size as my Dexters.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: lbss831 on August 10, 2017, 02:36:53 AM
They are true to size I hate they no longer making the tpus I snatched up a few pair before they are gone and I still am wearing a pair going on 2 seasons now any other shoes I have used be it dexter, etonic haven't tried storm so I don't know but none has been durable or as comfortable as the tpus so if u luck up and find some get them before they are gone u won't be disappointed
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: JazlarVonSteich on August 10, 2017, 09:54:51 AM
They are true to size I hate they no longer making the tpus I snatched up a few pair before they are gone and I still am wearing a pair going on 2 seasons now any other shoes I have used be it dexter, etonic haven't tried storm so I don't know but none has been durable or as comfortable as the tpus so if u luck up and find some get them before they are gone u won't be disappointed

They still make the TPUs. They are just no longer through Brunswick. They are now licensed to Hammer. KR Strikeforce actually makes them. I believe they are also licensed to Pyramid Bowling.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: leftybowler70 on August 10, 2017, 09:58:28 AM
Correct.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: BallReviews-Removed0385 on August 10, 2017, 10:00:51 AM

I got three years out of my TPU-X shoes, and the only problem I've had is the inner fabric around my heel is worn out.
I have a pair of the new shoes ordered that should arrive next week.  So far I've heard good things, but will report more as I start to wear them.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: lbss831 on August 10, 2017, 11:11:29 AM
Oh ok cool thanks for the info and that's good to know
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: BowlingforSoup on August 10, 2017, 02:29:08 PM
Everybody forgets KR STRIKEFORCE made the TPU for Brunswick.They still make the shoe under the KR brand name.Its much cheaper than the Hammers ridiculous price.Maybe not quite as appealing but much cheaper.They are called The Raptor. http://www.krstrikeforce.com/products/Mens-Raptor
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: bowler231 on August 10, 2017, 08:26:41 PM
Soooo, who makes the new Team Brunswicks? They look very close to the 9's.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: BossTull on August 12, 2017, 08:19:20 AM
Buddies still has select sizes Brunswick TPUs for $95. . Also replacement heels and Soles good price .  I bought an extra pair, extra soles and heels.



https://www.buddiesproshop.com/shop/brunswick-tpu-x-bowling-shoes-blackred-right-handed-5512
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 12, 2017, 04:23:54 PM
Thanks for the feedback, everyone. I ordered a pair of the new Team Brunswick shoes and will report on them after trying them out.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 17, 2017, 08:26:46 PM
Well, they ran a bit small for me so I'll report back after I get the replacement pair.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: BallReviews-Removed0385 on August 17, 2017, 10:19:05 PM

My 10.5 felt a tad snug at first, but after wearing them about 30 minutes they seemed to feel better as the leather conformed around my foot.   I'd say that anyone who is borderline between regular width and wide to try the wide.

The shoe is not as "cushy" as the TPU-X that I've worn for 3 years, but still comfortable, and the trade-off is that these give my foot more support.  My first guess is that these will actually be more durable where my others wore out (inside the heel).

I have to be honest, at first I was kinda neutral about them, but after the break-in I'm feeling optimistic.  All the heel and sole options in a zippered bag is a plus, and the free shoe cover is another perk.  They seem like a very good value.

Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: JazlarVonSteich on August 18, 2017, 11:18:52 AM
After seeing this thread, and a post from Brunswick on facebook (to which I asked some questions), I think I'm going to go with these shoes to replace my Tanks. Honestly, they look like a more comfortable version of the Tanks. My concern is what size.

How snug is snug? My Tanks were really tight when I got them, especially one shoe. I had to snip the bands inside the shoe. Over time, they now comfortably fit. Brunswick replied to my post saying that they are soft up top and will break in well. I normally wear a 12 4E shoe. Most 12 wide sport shoes fit me, but some are tighter than others. The half size cut off always seems to be 11.5, and that seems to be the case here.

So the debate is 12 wide, 13 normal, or 13 wide (probably too big, but who knows). If they made 12.5 wide, I'd definitely go with those.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 18, 2017, 01:44:23 PM
I would say that they run true to regular shoe size. I mistakenly ordered them small assuming they'd run large like my Dexter SST6'S, but that isn't the case. For my SST6'S I had to order a half size smaller.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: BallReviews-Removed0385 on August 18, 2017, 01:55:50 PM
How snug is snug?

Barely noticeable for me. They went on with zero extra effort. The length was also consistent with nearly every 10.5 I've ever worn.   I have no expertise, however, regarding the wide width.
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on August 19, 2017, 12:02:10 PM
I would say that they run true to regular shoe size. I mistakenly ordered them small assuming they'd run large like my Dexter SST6'S, but that isn't the case. For my SST6'S I had to order a half size smaller.

OK, I tried these again and they're still a bit snug, but more so from side-to-side. I ordered the Wide size. I am going to go ahead and keep these and wear thinner socks until they loosen up a bit. I will test them today at the bowling alley and report back if any issues.

p.s. I finally opened the soles bag and the Number 8 sole is leather, not that damn microfiber like I had on the Dexters. Nice!!
Title: Re: Team Brunswick Shoes
Post by: Walking E on September 09, 2017, 03:43:06 PM
OK, so now I've used these shoes in a couple of houses and I think they're really good. After I tried using the Leather Heel (don't know the number but it's burnt orange color) then I got a perfect slide every time as rubber heels tend to be too grabby for me. Also, most of the slide soles are real leather along with one microfiber sole and one felt sole. The quality of the materials is very good. I think these shoes are a great value for the money.