There's nothing like taking your shot or a practice swing and getting a big clump of dirt, grass or sand stuck on the face of your club. The first thing you try is a quick drag through the grass, only to find that the loft of the club keeps the face well above the surface of the ground. Next, you try stomping it off with your shoe; this simply does nothing. Finally you resort to brushing the gunk off with your glove; now you have a dirty hand and wet fingers from the dew. I can't tell you how many golf gloves I've ruined doing exactly what I've described. If only somebody would come up with a quick and truly convenient way to clean loose debris off of a clubface when you are away from the cart. Well worry no more fairway farmer, for A-Game has you covered with their Brisole technology. The big idea: Brisole shoes have tiny rubber bristles built into the outsole of the shoe that are specifically designed to brush away grass, sand, leaves or any such refuse that should find its way onto your clubs. Simply drag the offending clubface across the side of your shoe and you're ready to go.

It sounds utterly ridiculous, but the way that this idea is implemented is actually quite ingenious. I tested a pair of A-Game's Classic Executives with the Brisole technology and I'm a believer. In fact, I'd go so far as to say that I'm pretty much ruined for any other shoe. They are so easy and so convenient that I found myself running the club across my foot out of habit after each and every shot by the end of the first round with them. Cleaning clubs after every stroke is a time waster, but with the Brisoles, it takes literally one second.

Don't get the idea that these shoes are one trick ponies. Featuring a high grade, full grain leather upper with an action leather saddle and heel, they aren't afraid to walk the course. And the Q-Lock Stinger spikes and the lightweight rubber combination sole will keep you grounded even when you drive for the greens.

The Brisole bristles are designed to be functional yet understated. Despite how they appear in pictures, in real life they are barely noticeable. In no way do they draw attention away from the look of the shoes.

The bottom line is that these are the shoes to get if you are tired of messing up your gloves, shoes or pants legs when you get grass or other crud on your club face. A brilliant idea that is executed perfectly, A-Game's Brisole shoes are an excellent buy. Available in several styles, and in regular and half-sizes from men's 8 to 10.5, you can grab a pair starting at eighty-five dollars at a shop near you or online at www.Brisole.com.