After a week of interesting match-ups, we have finally completed the first round of our Best Boot Bracket. The results have been completely mixed, with some absolute blow-outs and other clashes going down to the final few votes. There really wasn’t any surprise results throughout and for the most part …
Read More »Umbro GT2 Pro in White/Black/Vivid Blue Released
There has been plenty of movement from Umbro in recent week, and one of their latest colorway releases in the popular GT2 Pro series comes in this White/Black/Vivid. In terms of crisp summer looks, this is about as fresh as you can get! As with all GT releases, the primary …
Read More »Puma PowerCat 1.12 Munich Edition
The Puma PWR-CT 1.12 has gone limited edition! Well, not completely – just this new colorway that provides a twist on the ranges original release. This version, which is aptly named the Puma PowerCat 1.12 Munich, hits the market in conjunction with the upcoming Champions League final, which will be …
Read More »How to Clean the Nike Vapor 8
Over the past few weeks, I have received many emails from Nike Vapor 8 owners who don’t know how to clean their new boots! The problem with the suede microfiber upper is that it scuffs very easily, and after 2 or 3 wears they can actually start to look worn. …
Read More »The Anatomy of the Nike Vapor 8
This post is less words and more image – If you haven’t worked out what the Nike Mercurial Vapor 8 is all about from our full review, here is a very clear breakdown of the boot. Each section of the boot is labelled with additional details, click on the image to …
Read More »SC101 + Bumpy Pitch = “The Gear Show” on KickTV
What do you get when you cross a product reviewer with a soccer lifestyle enthusiast? A new show on YouTube called “The Gear Show”, that’s what! You might have spotted a few teasers I gave about this show over the past few weeks. I teamed up with Ben Hooper, from …
Read More »Nike’s AG (Artificial Ground) Soleplate
With so much soccer in the US currently taking place on Artificial grass, it only makes sense for companies to release stud configurations that match the requirements of the surface – and that is exactly the stance Nike has taken! Their latest AG soleplate is the most advanced we have …
Read More »New US Home Jersey 2012 Released
Nike released the new US 2012 Home jersey today, with a red/white striped design offering a new look for the national team. Nike actually dropped one off with us today to check out, and I personally like it a lot. The look is very different to recent US jerseys, including …
Read More »Nike Vapor Deal, Take 45% Off – Why Not!
When a new series of a boot is released, it means older versions start to drop in price – and this is currently the case with the Nike Vapor VII and VIII. With that in mind, we have a deal set up with WeGotSoccer that will score you a pair …
Read More »The “Best Boot” Bracket 2012
What is the best way to find out what the best boot on the market is? Run a knockout bracket of course and that is what we are going to do!! Over the next few weeks, we will be putting boots up against each other, head-to-head, and you will decide …
Read More »Umbro Geometra Pro in Black/Sharp Green/True Red
Here is another solid colorway release in the Umbro Geometra Pro range that continues to increase the appeal of the control boot. Coming in a Black/White/Sharp Green/True Red, this will be seen as one of the more traditional variations that you will see, although that Sharp Green really pops on …
Read More »Nike T90 Strike IV Review (AG Edition)
For most players that can’t afford to buy high end boots, the Nike T90 Strike IV seems to be one of the next best options. Built as an identical looking replica of the T90 Laser IV, the Strike features some toned down technology in the strike zone as well as …
Read More »WorldSoccerShop Boot Week – Take 10% Off!
If you haven’t yet heard, Boot Week is going on over at WorldSoccerShop right now. What does this mean? Well, for the week you can get 10% off any boots in the entire WSS store – any boots! It makes for a pretty good deal if you are looking to …
Read More »Adidas adiZero 5-Star – Can They Be Used For Soccer?
On several occasions, I have received queries from readers who are interested in finding out more about the Adidas adiZero 5-Star American football cleat and if it could be considered for use in soccer. It is something that has also intrigued me considering the boots are developed so similarly to …
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