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Customs and Concepts is back (admittedly tardy, but that’s besides the point), and in this edition we’re featuring one of the most well known Instagrammers in the game Swooshcustoms72. As you can probably tell by his handle, Swoosh is well known for customizing and creating concepts for boots based on …

One of the standout releases in Nike’s 2016 collection comes in the form of this after-dark style Magista Obra. Featuring a Black/Bright Crimson upper,  the Heather style faded pattern provides a unique look we haven’t seen on other releases to date. When you couple in the high-tech nature of the Obra …

This week, the knock-out rounds of the UEFA Champions League are set to kick-off across Europe, and adidas has unveiled Finale Milano – the Official Match Ball for the knock-out stages and final of the UEFA Champions League. Taking inspiration from the host city, Finale Milano will be used by …

A few months back, you might recall we introduced you to a crazy new prototype boot in the form of Serafino 4th Edge. At that point, the concept boot was going through Kickstarter funding as the brand looked to increase development. Well, this week a real life pair arrived in, and …

They came, they saw and they sold out. It wasn’t an unexpected story when the colorful Nike Magista Obra BHM arrived this morning, as each of the available pairs was claimed within the first 10 minutes. Besides the importance of the meaning, the visual design really seems to have resonated with …

Well, here is a release out of left field. A special, limited edition Puma v1.06 has been released to market as the signature boot celebrates it 10th anniversary since release. Back in 2006, their introduction to the market was a BIG deal, as they became the fastest speed machine on the market. …

In their attempt to conquer the lightweight market, Puma produced a boot that quickly became their PR kingpin in the form of evoSPEED SL. Along with its 3.5oz total weight, it features a 10 game warning label, as in they are only intended to last that many games. For players, it has …

In case you are in need of some more colorway options in the Ace 16+ Primeknit series, adidas has dropped a pair of Core Black releases. Black is the cross feature between both boots, with Matte Silver/Solar Gold and Shock Pink/Solar Green providing contrasting looks. Featuring a higher than usual ankle …

For players that want to “Boss the Cage”, adidas has just introduced a highly visable, Solar Green version of TKRZ. Compared to the original Core Black release, this version features a Shock Pink lining that really highlights the technical construction of the boot. It runs around the synthetic lining that …

Two different boot designs but one key message; welcome in ‘Ousadia’ and ‘Alegria’, or Neymar’s new custom Hypervenom Phantom II. It has taken time to come to fruition, but the dynamic 24-year old Brazilian now has his own signature line-up that embodies the joy and self expression of living and playing soccer. Bruno …

While we tend to focus primarily on boots here at SC101, it isn’t just boot manufacturers who are searching for the latest and greatest technical innovations, it trickles all the way down to the humble sock manufacturers too, on occasion. Enter Battle-Sox a Hong Kong based company who have developed …

Nike released their latest collection today, Metal Flash Pack, with bold flashy colors and some sleek metallic Swooshes placed across their key silos. Added to the Total Crimson Tiempo Legend released yesterday, Nike place a coat of Mango on the Mercurial; Hyper Grape on the Magista; and Turquoise on the Hypervenom. There …

As we head into spring and pitches turn a little muddier, keeping your boots clean and free of dirt becomes even more important. If you intend to keep your pair through a full season, you need to ensure you are taking the correct steps to keep them in top shape. …

It is not often you see a new Tiempo Legend colorway get such a splashy promotional release. But it seems the folks at Nike really want to place a direct emphasis on how eye-cathchingly sharp this latest Tiempo Legend 6 looks. Featuring a Total Crimson upper, these will be part …