Cleat reviews

With the introduction of the Predator 20+, adidas heralded in a new generation of the fabled power boot. This version sees the return of a power element, adding a rubber component on the upper that enhances rebound when striking shots just as the original Predator intended to do. But rather …

We have been long awaiting the arrival of a second generation PhantomVSN, and finally it is here. It is a boot created for those quick passes and unanticipated moves that are required to be successful on the pitch. Lets be honest for a second; if there was a boot in …

Explosive speed is a trait that has always been naturally built into the Nike Mercurial silo. And the latest edition – Vapor 13 Elite – continues to carry that tried and trusted tradition for the swoosh. It is almost expected to be a key focus of any new release at …

adidas has taken the Copa silo to new heights by creating the first ever laceless version. It is a wild concept to grasp; one of the most traditional boots on the market taking on one of the most modern technology elements. It all comes together in the form of Copa …

When it comes to picking a new boot, you should never base your decision on pro players that wear that particular boot. But when that boot is worn by the GOAT, Leo Messi, you just have to take notice. We are talking about a release geared toward agility and the …

What is more fun than playing in a game and having an opposing player look at your boots with a little bot of confusion as to why you don’t have any laces! Yes, laceless boots are much more prominent in today’s game, but there is still something really unique about …

If leather and speed are two of the key requirements for your next pair of boots, these you have to check out! Umbro quietly dropped the Medusae III Pro earlier this year, as an alternate to the Elite, laceless version. Here in the US, there wasn’t a whole lot of …

Whatever colorway you want to call them (Silver – Chrome – Metallic – Dazzle) there is a WOW factor that comes with the latest adidas Predator 19+ release. Since being introduced as part of the 302 Redirect Pack, this is a boot that has set a serious statement. We are talking about …

If agility is your thing, you are probably well aware of what Nemezis is all about. Well, adidas continues their wild evolution of the laceless silo with one of the more unique boot designs we have seen to date; welcome in the Nemeziz 19+. This is the latest innovation in …

If shock and awe is your thing, Concave is a brand that has you covered! Last week they introduced their 2019 edition of the Halo+ Pro, and this one looks a lot different! Gone is that incredibly large front PowerStrike component, and in comes a completely re-engineered strike component. It is a …

If you are looking for a modern control boot designed to complement creative players, the Nike Phantom Vision Pro might just be right up your alley. The “Pro” part of the name is very important here, as these are actually the mid-tier version in the PhantomVSN line-up. Nike might have …

Over the past few weeks, we have been fully introduced to the latest boot specifically “designed for finishers.” The Nike PhantomVNM is a very dynamic boot with a seemingly familiar look to it, one that evokes memories of power themed silhouettes of the past. Yet, they are designed to be …

As the final installment in the boot story of Cristiano Ronaldo, the Nike Mercurial Superfly Chapter 7 holds huge significance in the boot world. Since 2015, we have been treated to specially designed releases that have pieced together the soccer history of Cristiano Ronaldo. Each boot in the “CR7 Chapters”series has …

How do you make the boot with “zero break-in time” even better? Give it a classy paint job of course! Under Armour has taken the Magnetico Pro to new levels, and this one really is top quality. Who doesn’t love a stealth blackout upper with some silver magnetic detailing? You get …