After listening to many of you questioning the durability of the Adidas F50 adiZero stud over the past few months, I finally experienced the issue to a pair I was wearing. To test out many of your concerns, I have continued to wear the adiZero’s over the past few weeks. To be honest, I was not expecting any problems with the studs, and believed that it might have been related to some “unlucky” pairs. But, now I am adding a WARNING for anyone looking to buy a pair.
The stud in question is one of the upper two on the left boot. I didn’t notice until after practice that the stud was missing, and can’t give a definite answer as to when it actually fell off. But I do know the stud was there before practice.
In my opinion, the adiZero is still one of the best boots currently on the market, but Adidas will need to go back to the drawing board in other to rectify what could potentially be a huge problem. Many players will end up getting a minimal life out of a boot that has the ability to one of the most durable on the field. I am currently trying to get some feedback from the peeps at Adidas on what players need to do if they encounter a similar problem.
Let us know below if you have had a similar problem, or if you have any opinions on the issue.
Hi, I am thinking of a F50, but is seems there is some problem with the qulity issue. What about F30, they looks alike and the soleplate seems stronger.
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Hey Bryan,
My son’s f50 sole plate cracked at the toe and tore away after a few uses. How long will you continue to recommend an expensive boot with such an obvious flaw? After many attempts Adidas is not responding to many e-mail questions either. That’s horrible customer service! With such a popular boot this seems very BAD for Adidas don’t you think????
@Andy,
I haven't heard anything about the sole plate cracking – that is definitely not needed! I am surprised they are not getting back to you about it, keep at them as you deserve a refund/replacement. The issue with the studs is something I have pointed out as above – bar this issue the boots perform at an extremely high standard, so I do offer a warning to those that decide to buy a pair.
[Originally posted on your facebook] So I decided to look at my new Adizeros (the last color scheme Green/Pink) and noticed that the studs now have three (3) holes where the studs now connect instead of that one hole in the center of the stud on the first generation Adizeros. This must be Adidas's fix to enhance the strength of the stud foundation. With a connection point on each point of the triangle this will help with distributing the stress from digging in the studs to help stop or the dragging when you shoot. I would say that anyone looking to buy the chameleon or black and yellow versions that were first released on sale should be warned that these will have the soleplate that has the issue above. The newer versions will have the updated soleplate and should not give you these issues
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Anyhow for zilong had F30s (9.8oz?? I think) for 2weeks now, and it's definitely sturdy. Not as light as F50s (5.8oz?? I think) but simply quiet light compared to other popular cleats. We will see what happens to my F30s, lol!
I saw this post long time ago… was a fight came it back…
Bryan… this thay guy solved the problem… just check the link: http://www.siamboots.com/forum/index.php?topic=56… and see the pictures… maybe works for you too!
Good luck!
Can you give me a feedback, if you try this? @sergiobertholi
@Sergio
Whoah, where there is a will there is a way!! I wouldn't try it simply because the screw head could be dangerous in play, especially if it came anyway loose. And I also wonder where the end of the screw ends up compared to your foot. It seems to be way too unsafe.
one of my studs also came off. do you think i could get a replacement?
I`ve had two pairs now and the same front right stud as snapped off both pairs, once after about 5 games and the second after two games. The shop where I purchased them said the have never had this problem before, I find this hard to believe. The boots are great for my style of play but the studs are a major flaw, then again Messi and co can probably afford a new pair each week!
Does anyone know if this problem has been solved with the ADIZERO 2 ?
Does anyone know if they fixed this stud problem on the ADIZERO 2 ?
Mikey, I tested the adiPure II without encountering the same issue – and to date, I have not heard any reports of studs breaking. http://www.soccercleats101.com/2011/03/03/adidas-…
I have a pair of the orange and black adizero IIs and a stud recently came off on the left shoe after about 3-4 weeks of use
The same damn thing happened yesterday at practice and the shoe is still in great condition to just throw away!!! what do i do?!
One of my teammates actually sliced the studs in half on his adizeros, then smoothed back down. The entire stud is just so damn high. It's still really effective for him even with the modification.
I will try to grab a photo of the them.
Does anyone know for sure if adidas fixed the stud issue on the colorways that came out approximately four months ago? I heard they did…would really like to know for sure.
thanks….
I had the same thing happen to my Chameleon adizeroes..they are excellent cleats and in less than a year I lost two back studs on my left and one stud on my right..I just bought the bright orange once…they are so worth it even if they don't last.. I do hope that adidas fixes the issues.
We bought a pair of F50 Adizero Warning/Black/White for our son and the first time he had them out on the field he lost the toe stud on the right shoe. Does anyone know if you can buy a replacement stud with the adhesive to reinsert? Thanks so much! My email is jwj@multi-craft.net…
The stud tip loss is unavoidable. The manner in which the stud tip is affixed to the shoe guarantees eventual stud tip loss if used on synthetic field turf. Adidas is promoting and selling this boot on the US market where field turf is the norm in metro areas. This boot is therefore marketed to an audience that can only use it on field turf. A lawsuit to get the company to correct the problem and accept returns for at least a year post sale seems logical.
dude, i was soo upset when i happened. and i sent out emails to custumer support but they wont do nothing about it, they havent even responded. what did you do about it? i was looking to try to put in a a new stud in a replacable one but i dont know if it would fit.
My shoes were bought online from an online vendor.. They offer a warranty that offers some significant refund which lowers with time. I can't remember which vendor I used… Sorry. This is generous since it reduces our risk as customers. On the other hand, Adidas product support simply stone walls if you call them. They will not reimburse you unless you state that the shoes were not used on synthetic fieldturf. In other words, they encourage you to lie to obtain actual customer service. Clearly, if you are willing to spend 30mns removing every piece of rubber stuck in the shoe and especially in the many little holes on the insole, you could obtain reimbursement. It's a disappointing customer service practice that suggests that the company is fully aware of the problem. The F50 is a remarkable shoe, but this stud loss problem coupled with the deliberate attempt by the Adidas lawyers to snuff the complaints created by disingenuous marketing makes me want to say: DON'T BUY F50's, train harder and save weight by getting thinner… Good luck!
Mine happened today! it's only been 6 months since i bought it. What should i do?
we have had six pairs of adizeros, none have lasted more than 4 months,average is 2 months, studs break off,sprint frames crack, frame cracking at the front, we are on our second pair of primes,paying the extra hoping they would last at least six months, good boots but just not durable enough to warrant the hassles,this next pair of primes is the last,if they do not last the distance they are out…