The Joma Total Fit is a pretty unique soccer cleat! In the next few weeks, I plan to test these out and I am intrigued to do so, primarily because of their design. Joma use a single piece of Kangaroo leather for the upper, meaning there are no seems to be seen. The front of the cleat is totally smooth and has no internal stitching. Not only that, but Joma use a new multi-stud design, and a lightweight sole plate (with a more narrow arch) that leaves the cleat weighing in at an impressive 9.4oz! The cleat is made in Spain, with the initial release colors coming in a true black and a true white. Straight up, I am impressed with Joma’s approach to the market by releasing simple colors that don’t detract from what they have to offer performance wise. Burning question of course is “What do these cleats have to offer and how do they actually perform?” and I am really interested to put them through some thorough testing. Keep an eye out for more info and a review to follow pretty soon!
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Tagged: Joma · Joma Soccer Cleats · Joma Total Fot
I have to admit that this is my preferred color release of the Nike CTR360 Maestri range, coming in a White/Team Royal/Metallic Silver. We featured the initial roll-outs that came in a Red/Black and White/Black color a few months back. Nike have completely designed and marketed these cleats towards playmakers and center mid’s who stamp their mark on a game. Cesc Fabregas and Landon Donovan are two such players who have put in some excellent performances wearing the CTR lately. You can get your hands on a pair right now!
In terms of performance the CTR360 Maestri has a lot to offer:
- Upper created using a revolutionary Kanga-Lite synthetic leather that inhibits the properties of natural Kangaroo leather without the added weight.
- The strike zone has Innovative control pods that are made of a dampening foam, designed to enhance ball control and optimal passing pace.
- Unique cleat geometry with off center lacing, alligned towards the toe unlike other cleats that veer to the outside of the cleat.
- Weigh in at a very average 9.8oz, pretty decent for a cleat of this design.
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Tagged: CTR360 · Nike CTR360 Maestri · White Nike CTR
Here is something you might have missed, a full range of Uhlsport soccer cleats that are available to the US market! I have to admit, I was not aware of this myself until Chivas USA goalkeeper Danny Kennedy passed their website along. Uhlsport are a bit of an unknown quantity when it comes to soccer in the US. But after checking their site out and finding some great looking boots, I am now more surprised than ever that they are not more readily available on the market. As it turns out, Uhlsport has been in the US market since January 2008, and since then, their sales have jumped over 50% year on year, showing that the range has a lot to offer the market. It is also rumored that we will be seeing a lot more players wearing them this season in MLS. The company itself was founded in Germany back in 1948, and has a reputation for producing some of the best goalkeeper equipment on the market. But that’s not to say they don’t produce great gear for outfield players.
As an example, take a look at the below images of the Kickschuh Instinkt(left) and Kickschuh Performance(right). In my opinion, these are some decent looking boots, and to be honest, they look a lot better than some other cleats currently on the market. Performance wise I can’t comment, but as we speak I am in the process of getting my hands on a few pairs for testing. Reviews to follow! In the meantime, I recommend checking out the full range on the Uhlsport USA website. Let us know what you think in the poll below, or alternatively leave us a comment!
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Tagged: Uhlsport · Uhlsport socer cleats
The countdown is on to the official release of the new Puma PowerCat 1.10 (or the PWR CT1), with less than a week to go
. You probably have not heard that much about the new Puma release, but believe me when I say these are going to be a hit! They will be the follow up to the vKonstrukt cleat, minus the heavy feel. I have had a pair for the last week, and will be bringing you plenty of pics and information on the day of release! Within the next 2-3 weeks, when I have had enough time to test them out, I will have a full review to share. We can’t reveal too much about the cleat, but I cant tell you that the initial roll-out will come in a K-Leather Black/White/Lime color, with black being the primary color! I am a huge fan of these cleats, and I rate them as one of the best looking releases on the market in the past year. If I was to use one word to sum these boots up it would be ‘Stealth’! You can now view images of the PowerCat.
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Tagged: Puma Power Cat · Puma PowerCat · Puma PowerCat 1.10 · Puma PWR CT · puma soccer cleats
The Reebok Valde II Pro is the latest release from Reebok. It has been a while since we have featured a Reebok release, but with a stellar year in their back pocket thanks to Ryan Giggs and Thierry Henry, it is good to see the latest range. This cleat enters the market under the same umbrella as the Adidas Predator and the Nike T90 Laser, or ‘Power’ players. I am a fan of the very unique two-tone color. Currently the rage comes in Steel/Metallic Red/Dark Graphite/Black and Black/Graphite/Silver/Eletro Blue. Both pairs have different colors on either side of the cleat. Check out the pictures below to see how each side looks. A super soft K-Leather covers the boot, and is positioned strategically in order to improve touch and control. We are in the process of testing a pair, and hope to have a full review available in the next few weeks.
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Tagged: Reebok soccer cleats · Reebok Valde II Pro
Defenders hold huge responsibilities as part of a soccer team. It is pretty easy for a striker to dose off for 30 seconds and miss a chance or two. But for a defender, one slip can mean conceding a goal and losing the game. With that in mind, we have put together a list of cleats that we recommend for defenders. In putting this list together, we took the following into consideration:
- Comfort – Defenders need to have total confidence in the cleat they are wearing.
- Responsiveness – Defenders have to be focused 100% of the time.
- Support and Durability – Defenders must be ready to get stuck in on tackles.
Nike Total90 Laser III
One of the key reasons that the Nike Laser III is on the list is how it improves shot power and accuracy. As a defender, there are many
times in a game when playing a long ball to the front man is necessary. When this happens, you want to be able play it right where the forward needs it, ensuring you relieve pressure on your defense. The Laser III is designed with 5 pods that lie along the strike zone to increase power. On the side, there are ‘fins’ that are designed to improve touch and control, also very important features. To summarize, these babies tick just about all the boxes needed for a defender!
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Under Armour Dominate
The UA Dominate offer more protection than any other cleat on this list. This is due to the MPZ (Modular Protection Zone) that is
designed to protect the metatarsal bone of the foot. Over the past few seasons, there have been some very famous metatarsal breaks. Back before the start of the 2006 World Cup, David Beckham famously came down with a break that left him unfit going into the tournament. I actually found the UA Dominate to be one of the more comfortable cleats available on the market. A lot of people were concerned with how UA were going to fair in the soccer cleat market, and apart from their color choices, I think they have become a player in the market. If you find yourself sliding in on tackles all over the pitch, these might be the right choice for you!
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Adidas Predator X
The Predator X is a super comfortable cleat that offers another great options for players who want to play accurate long balls. The strike zone of the Predator X has an area
of raised silicon that is designed to improve shot power. Without being a bulky cleat, it also offers good protection and is definitely suitable for players who like to tackle hard, and I give them full marks for comfort. Adidas have also added a unique heal protector, that adds an extra piece of safety when players tackle you from behind. Any defender wearing these is sure to have confidence in their play!
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Puma King XL
Enduring the test of time (over 40 years now), the Puma King range continues to satisfy all players of all positions on the pitch. But, in my opinion, it
has a lot more to offer defenders than any other position. First off, these are one of the most comfortable cleats on the market and break in very easily. They also have more of a rounder toe, and I have always thought this benefits defenders. You will see a lot of defensive players, including defensive mids, wearing these cleats at the top level. After wearing these for several weeks, I can tell you that they offer great support in the most challenging of games!
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Posted in: Adidas, Nike, Puma, Under Armour.
Tagged: Adidas Predator X · nike total 90 laser III · Puma King XL · Recommended soccer cleats · Soccer cleats for defenders · Under Armour Dominate
The Joma Total Fit is a pretty unique soccer cleat! In the next few weeks, I plan to test these out and I am intrigued to do so, primarily because of their design. Joma use a single piece of Kangaroo leather for the upper, meaning there are no seems to be seen. The front of the cleat is totally smooth and has no internal stitching. Not only that, but Joma use a new multi-stud design, and a lightweight sole plate (with a more narrow arch) that leaves the cleat weighing in at an impressive 9.4oz! The cleat is made in Spain, with the initial release colors coming in a true black and a true white. Straight up, I am impressed with Joma’s approach to the market by releasing simple colors that don’t detract from what they have to offer performance wise. Burning question of course is “What do these cleats have to offer and how do they actually perform?” and I am really interested to put them through some thorough testing. Keep an eye out for more info and a review to follow pretty soon!
