PAYNTR Golf secured U.S. Patent No. 12,765,631 on October 20, protecting its signature propulsion plate technology.
The patent covers a construction integrating a directional carbon-fiber plate within a nitrogen-infused foam midsole, engineered to optimize ground reaction forces and energy return for golfers during the weight-shift phase of the swing.
Since its 2021 debut, PAYNTR has positioned its products as performance equipment rather than mere apparel, focusing on the biomechanics of the golf swing. The patent specifically shields a design where the carbon-fiber plate sits in a midsole recess, allowing for controlled flex during the stride while providing essential resistance during the rotational phase of a shot.
- Player Stability Metrics: Athletes utilizing the propulsion plate technology report improved footing during weight shifts, a factor for players like Jason Day and Sam Burns who use the technology to harness ground reaction forces.
The innovation, credited to co-founders Mike Forsey and Michael Glancy, addresses the specific mechanical demands placed on the foot during a golf swing. “Michael and I have spent decades in golf footwear studying how players use the ground to generate power,” Forsey said in a release.
“When you watch a golfer shift pressure from one foot to the other and turn through a shot, you begin to understand where a shoe needs to flex and where it needs to hold firm.”
The technical architecture relies on the Carbitex GearFlex propulsion plate, which is designed to return energy as the compressed foam springs back. This system creates a symbiotic relationship between the shoe’s outsole and the golfer’s kinetic chain. By protecting this construction, PAYNTR ensures that its competitive advantage—harnessing ground reaction forces—remains proprietary as it expands its footprint in the North American market.
| Feature | Technical Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Technology | Carbitex GearFlex Propulsion Plate |
| Midsole | PMXNitro+ Nitrogen-Infused Foam |
| Patent Status | U.S. Patent No. 12,765,631 (Awarded Oct. 20) |
| Key Collaborator | Jason Day (Equity Partner/Signature Model) |
Jason Day, who joined as an equity partner in 2024, spent 10 months developing the Eighty-Seven SC model. Other professionals, including Min Woo Lee and Sam Burns, have joined as ambassadors, with Lee releasing his own Chef RX RS model earlier this year.
Beyond the signature lines, the brand has gained traction among players without formal footwear deals. Justin Rose notably became the first professional to secure a victory in PAYNTR footwear when he won the FedEx St. Jude Championship. His success, alongside the consistent wear of professionals like Shane Lowry and Ashleigh Buhai, highlights the brand’s focus on footwear stability and comfort during tournament play.
As the company continues to scale, the focus remains on the integration of the 8AM Golf-backed brand’s proprietary tech into a wider array of styles. The patent serves as a defensive bulwark, ensuring that the specific method of utilizing carbon-fiber plates for energy return remains unique to their lineup as they continue to challenge established industry incumbents.
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