Cleat reviews

In one of the more unusual moves in recent history, Adidas replaced their entire boot line-up for some next level, revolutionary performing boots. As part of that switch out, the adiZero series was retired. Less of a replacement and more of a focus boot, the Messi 15.1 was then released …

Through what was the longest release phase for any boot ever, New Balance teased the market for 12 long months before they were introduced their debut line-up. There was a lot of hype through that period! Finally the Visaro and Furon arrived this Summer and they created a lot of intrigue. …

Is it a gamble or is it a calculated risk? That is what many fans were left asking after the Under Armour SpeedForm was introduced to market earlier this year. Having signed up Memphis Depay as their key player, UA decided to unleash an extremely quirky, new style design. When you …

Part two of the new era in adidas history comes in the form of ACE15.1. This is a boot focused toward a staple player on the market, except in a completely new way. The “Playmaker” is that player, the one who likes to control the game and make things happen. …

It has been a few minutes since we received the Puma evoPOWER 1.2 in, a boot intended to replace and emulate the original evoPOWER release, or “2014 Boot of the Year.” No pressure there, right? Sometimes it is tough to modify such a successful boot, but Puma has, and they …

Adidas is a company that loves the spotlight, being the center of attention, and they certainly like to make things dramatically interesting. Case in point the X15, a boot developed to be the ultimate weapon for the game’s most dangerous players. In order to take this fresh release to market they …

Along with the tagline “Deceptive by Nature“, Nike introduced the second generation of the Hypervenom. This latest version features a much more specific purpose, with a plethora of dynamic pieces to improve performance for attack minded players. Switching from an old to new silo can be tough for players, but …

Adidas is back with a fresh new addition of the Primeknit 2.0, and they are so confident in this one that they have labeled it the “best fitting boot in the world“. That is a bold and fully loaded statement, one that is sure to evoke interest from all walks of …

Released just a month ago, the Adidas Gloro is a boot that has already created quite a stir on the market while ruffling some influential feathers. The feathers would be those of Nike, with the Premier being the boot that won’t be too impressed with their release. Mind you, there are also some Adidas boots …

Given the success of the initial Asics DS Light X-Fly release, there was always going to high expectations surrounding the introduction of a second generation. Designed to accommodate the simple requirements of everyday players, there is nothing over complicated about the range. What you see on the outside is what …

Along with the tagline “Perfection Re-Perfected”, Puma unleashed a pretty tempting package with the absolutely devilish Puma King SL Classico. Intended to celebrate Puma’s rich heritage and 65 years of soccer history, this special edition release is a remake of the groundbreaking King SL launched in 2001. With a K-Leather upper and a …

In order to really define and celebrate the new “Haters Pack“, adidas introduced an all new version of the adiZero F50, and as you would expect they are built for all out speed. Featuring some new technology on the upper and through the soleplate, there is a higher level of …

If you’re talking the small sided game and the ‘Big Three’ Nike are definitely the leaders in terms of products on offer and performance. With Adidas beginning to take the small sided game more seriously, Nike took the bold step of looking to it’s flagship boot the Mercurial Superfly for …

When it comes to pushing the boundaries with unexpected releases, Puma are pretty much the leaders. They like quirky colors and designs that go against the norm; this release sits in the latter category. Labelled as the King EF+, there is not much about these that replicates a King styling. …