Friday , April 26 2024

Bryan Byrne

The mastermind behind the revolution that is SoccerCleats101. Bryan started this website back in 2008 and has been testing boots on a daily basis ever since. Check out our About Page for more details on Bryan and the website.

Revisiting Some Original Posts

Neil Jones: Adidas Adipure Ex-New Zealand international Neil Jones talks about Adidas Adipure cleats and gives advice on cleats. Andy Dorman: Adidas Predator Andy Dorman, who plays at St. Mirren in Scotland, talks about why he wears Adidas Predators. Dan Kennedy: Adidas Predator Chivas USA goalkeeper Danny Kennedy gives his advice on cleats, …

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Diadora Maracana RTX 12 Review

The latest boot to be released by Diadora is the stylish Maracana RTX 12 cleat. One thing that I have come to appreciate over time is value for money, and when you can match that with a comfortable boot, you are on to a winning formula. That is exactly what …

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New Nike Mercurial Vapor V Poster Boy: Andrei Arshavin?

After an excellent European Championship with Russia last summer, all the talk was about Andrei Arshavin. Rumors had it that he would move to Real Madrid or Bayern Munich, but it was Arsene Wenger and Arsenal who splashed the cash on the playmaker during the winter Transfer window. And that …

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Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly Update

Nike has still to confirm a release date for their new Mercurial Superfly after it was pulled from the market before its official launch a few weeks ago. It has been confirmed that the reason they were not released was because of the cleat coming apart upon harsh impact. Although …

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Buy Nike Mercurial Vapor V Abyss/Max Orange/White

They have arrived! Nike have finally released the Nike Mercurial Vapor V in the Abyss/Max Orange/white colorway. This si the second release in the Vapor V range after the successful launch of the Max Orange/Abyss/Metallic Silver. With the Superfly yet to have a relaunch date, the Vapor V range is …

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Adidas adiPURE II Review

One cleat that we have not got around to reviewing, but have been very keen to feature, is the Adidas adiPURE II. Now,for anyone that is a fan of the Adidas Copa Mundial cleat, you will be interested to find out about the adiPURE. The first range of the adiPURE …

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Guide to the Nike Vapor V and Superfly Range

So, we have been asked the question more than a few times ‘what is the difference between the cleats in the Nike Vapor V range?” So, we decided it might be time to give you the low down on exactly what you are getting for your dollar! Nike Mercurial Vapor …

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Save on Nike Superfly and Adidas Predator DB

Even better than that, save on all cleats, sneakers, shoes, jerseys, you name it…. by using our up to date list of soccer coupons! Whether you are looking for a new Liverpool Jersey(World Soccer Shop or soccer.com), a pair of Dress shoes for work(Payless or shoebuy) or even a new …

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Under Armour Dominate set for US Release

Known for their baseball and American football cleats, Under Armour are preparing to unleash their new Under Armour Dominate range to the US soccer market. It is a bold move by Under Armour, who will be well aware that companies like Nike, Adidas and Puma already dominate the sport. The specs …

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Questions with Diadora's Director of Marketing

This week we had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Diadora’s director of marketing/footwear Mark Wachter about where Diadora currently stands in the US market and in what direction the company is moving. We also got to talk about other Nike’s Vapor range, and how Adidas has taken …

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New Colorway in the Nike Mercurial Vapor V range

Nike are getting ready to launch the new colorway in their Vapor V range. It only seems like last week that we were talking about the Champions League debut of the Superfly, but Nike don’t rest! After releasing several ‘wild’ colored cleats (neon green, berry, red) Nike have moved towards …

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Recall of Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly

So, if you have not noticed: Nike have recalled the Vapor Superfly cleats before they have even been released. Soccer.com and Worldsoccershop.com have both pulled the cleats from their websites. Soccer.com have this message on their website: “Unfortunately, despite more than 1300 hours of wear-testing and extensive athlete feedback in …

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Diadora Maximus II Released in Red/White Colorway

Diadora have just released the latest version in their Maximus II RTX colorway. The Maximus II range has been getting great reviews in terms of performance and comfort. The newest version features comes in a dominant white with a red ‘V’ shape that runs across the front of the boot. …

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