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Charly Hyperstrike PFX Feature Review
November 3, 2022 Charly, Latest
One of the latest cleats that Charly has released to market is the Hyperstrike PFX. What could be classed as their most advanced silo to date, the Hyperstrike is designed around Motion Knit technology for an ergonomic fit and freedom of movement. Matched with colorful upper designs and a competitive …
adidas GAMEMODE FG Knit Edition – Up Close Review
The GAMEMODE series is adidas’ way of allowing players to express their love for the game of soccer through their own style. Made with a series of recycled materials, the knit upper on this colorway features at least 50% recycled content, and its colorway officially listed as Wonder Mauve. Let …
Nike Tiempo Legend 9 Academy IC – Feature Review
May 25, 2022 Indoor Shoes, Latest, Nike
Whether you are looking for an indoor specific, hard court or just an off-field shoe option, the Tiempo Legend 9 Academy IC is going to be an option that drops on your radar. They prove to be one of the lightest Tiempo Legends to date, featuring a soft leather upper …
Nike Phantom GT2 Elite – How Do They Perform?
Built for the game’s most creative playmakers, the Phantom GT2 Elite is one of the ultimate data-driven boots Nike has ever created. Based on extensive research, the Generative Texture (where the ‘GT’ comes from) across the upper provides precise touch and control when shooting, passing and dribbling. The second generation …
Lotto Solista 100 III Gravity – Laceless Feature Review
February 14, 2022 Latest, Lotto
We snoozed a little on this pair, as Lotto has already moved on to their next generation of laceless boot. But, we still wanted to do a quick up-close feature on the Lotto Solista 100 III Gravity for those interested in finding out what they are all about. If you …
Puma ULTRA SL 21 Tech – Feature Review
December 11, 2021 Cleat reviews, Latest, Puma
PURE, ABSOLUTE, SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT SPEED! That is exactly how I would describe the Puma ULTRA SL 21, a boot that brings back gravity-defying technology onto the soccer pitch. Over the past few seasons, there was an obvious shift in the trend as brands look to create more stable boot designs. …
Puma King Platinum Feature Review – Return of the King
May 25, 2020 Cleat reviews, Latest, Puma
Released as the new era of Puma King, the King Platinum dropped on the market with the tagline “Return of the King.” It is an attempt to reinvent what is a more traditional style silo, taking it into the modern era of lightweight construction and ankle collars. Highlight of the …
Legacy Boot Co. “Blanc” – A Modern Classic Review
April 11, 2019 Latest
If you are a player that appreciates old school, traditional style boots without the flashiness of current day releases, you might want to check these out! We are talking heritage style to the max, built for the modern game. Last week, a pair of Legacy Blanc arrived in via the …
adidas Nemeziz Messi 18.1 “Energy Mode” Feature Review
February 13, 2019 Adidas, Latest
Take this one as a mini throwback, as we revisit the signature boots worn by Lionel Messi at the World Cup last Summer, the Nemeziz Messi 18.1 released as part of the adidas Energy Mode Pack. This pair sort of missed us when they were initially released, but it just so happens …
Nike Vapor XII Neymar “Meu Jogo” Feature Review
During the World Cup this Summer, Neymar broke out a pair of special edition “Meu Jogo” Mercurial Vapor 360. They were designed to represent Neymar’s expressive style of play on the pitch, although lets be honest not even this canary yellow colorway could live up to some of the Brazilian’s most “expressive” …
Concave Volt+ With TechStitch – Feature Review
March 3, 2018 Concave
Welcome in the Concave Volt+ TECHSTITCH, the first Concave boot to feature a knit style material through the upper. In order to create something different that falls in line with Concave’s marketing strategy, the knit actually interlocks throughout the upper’s inner lining to maintain structure and minimize weight. So, rest assured …
Puma evoPOWER Vigor 2 Feature Review
Over the weekend, I got into a conversation with a friend about mid-tier boots that perform above expectations. A boot that quickly jumped into contention was the Puma evoPOWER Vigor 2, and as I looked up a few pairs I found that they were available at pretty awesome sale prices. A …
adidas X17+ Purespeed “Pyro Storm” – Feature Review
October 22, 2017 Adidas, Latest
Designed to allow players to “burn past defenders”, the X17+ Purespeed FG is all about electric speed. We have said this before, but still the stand as one of the least talked about adidas boots in recent times. Given their streamlined appearance and sharp designs, that is something that is slowly shifting. …
Mizuno Rebula V1 “Made In Japan” – Feature Review
October 18, 2017 Latest, Mizuno
If you haven’t yet heard, Mizuno recently released a brand new silo that is intended to replace the extremely popular Wave Ignitus series. A controversial move? Well, in a sense YES. In comes a brand new Power/Control hybrid intended to carry on the reputation of the Wave Ignitus, this one called …