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Yearly Archives: 2010

Weekend Update and Link Drop (SC101 Style!)

Thought it would be a good opportunity to drop some cool links I have spotted recently, while also giving an update on what to expect in the next few weeks. As we edge ever closer to this summers World Cup, expect there to be a lot of activity in terms …

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Puma Release Newest Versions of V1.10’s

Puma have released two new version of their V1.10 range in a PUMA Royal/PUMA Silver/Black and Black/White/PUMA Royal color. Both pairs are pretty opposite to each other in terms of color and fabric. Puma have chosen to release the black version in a k-leather, while the silver version is made …

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Defending a Friend – Eric Frimpong

It’s quiet easy at times to sit back and forget about issues that deserved dramatic attention in the past. Case in point, the story of Eric Frimpong. Think back to last summer when the ESPN article written by Sam Alipour was released (The story of prisoner F95488). The story became …

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Problems With the Adidas Predator?

I got this question in from a reader a few weeks back, Alex Lerma, who is having some problems with the latest Adidas Predator X , and it got me thinking about how they perform for other players. While testing them, I didn’t encounter any issues and was satisfied with …

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Umbro Stealth: Are you Fox or Chicken?

I have to say, the advertising campaign for the new Umbro Stealth is pretty bizarre! Start with the slogan “Are you Fox or Chicken?“, and take a look at the video below…..odd! But one thing is clear,  the Stealth is designed for the cunning player who hunts just like a …

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Nike Total90 Laser III Leave Wayne Rooney on Fire!

Earlier this year, Nike released their latest incarnation of the Total 90 Laser range, the T90 Laser III, in a blaze of glory. Backed by millions of dollars in TV and online advertising, Fernando Torres became the focal player, and things looked positive for the third edition boot in the …

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Peterlin Enjoying Life at Everton

We always like to hear the view points of Professional players on footwear, so we caught up with Everton’s Anton Peterlin for a Q&A session. Anton went to college at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo before spending a season with Ventura County Fusion in the PDL. From there, he signed …

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Umbro Speciali Design Competition

Umbro are again running a cool ‘Customize your Speciali’s’ competition for aspiring cleat designers! To enter, all you have to do is design how you want the sole of the Umbro Speciali to look. If your design is selected as the top design, it will be worn by the likes …

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Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly II Released

Find great deals on Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly at Shopzilla.com! Nike, with the help of Cristiano Ronaldo, unveiled what is one of the most advanced soccer cleats ever created – the Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II. This latest version of the Superfly has a never before seen adaptive traction system, a …

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Uhlsport Torkralle – Designed for Goalkeepers

Uhlsport Torkralle

Goalkeepers hold one of the most important positions on a soccer field, they are the last resort, they need to be ready at every moment. Having a goalkeeper that you are confident in and can rely on, can completely change the complexion of your team. With that in mind, the …

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Puma PowerCat vs V1.10 Stud Configuration

This post is in reply to a recent comment we got on the Puma PowerCat review post. I wrote in the review that I noticed the cleat catching a little more on this release than I have on other cleats. Instead of just commenting on the post, I felt it …

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New Orleans Saints Kicked to Victory by Under Armour!

As you might be aware, the New Orleans Saints won their first Super Bowl February 7th by beating the Indiana Colts. Yes I am talking American Football! Something you might not have been aware of is the fact that Saints Kicker Garrett Hartley created Super Bowl history by making three …

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Nike RED ‘Lace Up Save Lives’ Campaign

Over the past few weeks, athletes across the world have been ‘lacing up’ in order to support the RED foundation, set up to fight HIV/AIDS across Africa. I mentioned the “Lace Up Save Lives” campaign in some posts a few weeks back, but not you can actually purchase a pair …

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Puma PowerCat Review

Here it is, a full review of the Puma PowerCat! Since this is a World Cup year, there is a lot of pressure on the big companies to produce cleats that will represent well on the biggest stage. Puma have already established themselves in the speed category with the V1.10, but …

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