Tag Archives: Boot Guide

A few years back, Complex had a complete section on their site devoted to soccer footwear, something that we were able to provide input into. But since it has kind of fallen into the archives and out of the spotlight. Case in point, this 2012 article on the 25 Best …

What are the boots that have changed the boot market the most? We are treated to dozens of new boot releases and silos every year, with some making a much more significant impact that others. So, here we decided to delve into the past and pull out the 10 most …

In recent years, we have been treated to many top quality boot releases. But, for every good story, there is one that sheds light on some of the not so good parts of the market. In some cases, that might be a defective boot or just a bad decision made …

So, you have a toddler in your life who is ready to embark on his or her soccer career. First note; before the age of 5, your budding star should only be kicking a ball for fun, beginning to grow a love for the game. As a result, there is …

Who doesn’t love a little extra education when it comes to boots and boot brands! With a little extra free time on our hands, we decided to try to piece together a complete list of influential boot brands that have played an impactful role in the world of soccer. It …

Trying to find gifts for soccer players often comes down to new boots and new jerseys. But, if you are looking to break the typical mold and come up with something just a little different, we have have come up with some top suggestions. All of these products we have …

Navigating the youth soccer cleat market can be a challenge for any parent. With a 4, 6 and 8 year old now playing soccer, I’m in the midst of trying to figure out what works best for each of my kids. Having the right footwear can make a huge difference …

Playing soccer on artificial turf pitches during summer months comes with one big problem – the heat of the surface. And if you are anything like me, playing on blazing hot turf with your feet on fire is something that can really take the fun out of playing. This is …

Can I get something off my chest that might seem controversial, but I’m pretty sure some of you will agree with? Laceless boots need to become a thing of the past! Over the last few years, the concept of laceless boots has become a reality, with some huge advancements ensuring …

For most players out there, the opportunity to wear a timeless, classic boot can brings positive emotions and evoke memories of games gone by. Recently, the heritage category has gone through somewhat of a renaissance, with new releases adding to some highly regarded options. You have a mix of timeless …

We spent some time this week researching to answer one of the most popular questions soccer players ask; what are the best wide fitting boots available? With brands focusing more on streamlining their designs, wide fits have sort of become a thing of the past. And that really isn’t good …

With new boot releases hitting the market on a weekly basis, it can be pretty daunting trying to find the right boot to match your style of play. Yes, it is great to have so many great options on offer, but selecting a brand, then a silo and then a …

If you are one of many players out there struggling to find a boot big enough to fit your feet, we have a list that will hopefully help you! First off, I’ll offer an apology for the brands out there that continue to choose to restrict most releases to smaller …

When we talk about boots, we usually categorize pairs into different tiers. This usually has a lot to do with their original retail price, but it also closely related to the performance traits they have to offer, dictated by the types of technology they feature. In the past we used …