Getting New Soccer Cleats

**Crazed Rabbit** · 09-08-2008, 22:10

Or Football boots, if you swing that way.

Anyways, I'm looking for nice new cleats and I'm not afraid to spend a bit. All the stores within 80+ miles don't have any really good cleats, just the 40USD synthetic cleats.

So I'm trying to get advice on cleats and then order online. I heard Adidas makes good cleats.

CR

**drone** · 09-08-2008, 22:29

What kind of field and what conditions? Does your league allow studs? What position do you play?

**Crazed Rabbit** · 09-08-2008, 22:36

Grass field, firm ground. I play all over the field in pick-up games mostly with other college age guys who are pretty good at soccer. Mostly D and mid, though.

By studs do you mean screw-in metal spikes or something? Seeing as it's outdoors, the normal plastic studs on the bottom are allowed.

CR

**Decker** · 09-09-2008, 00:43

Alright lets see what we got here...

First off I'd say hold off on screw-ons if you can. Since it looks like you are mainly playing in pick-up games and the like I'd say just wait, you don't need those.

Adidas do have some very excellent cleat designs such as the Copa Mundials which are always a good cleat to get.
There are also the predators though I've only heard of them in a so-so description, as in not so bad and not so good.
There are also the TUNiT's which are pretty good, though my brother went through two pairs like they were nothing!
It also appears that the adiPURE TRX FG seem to be of the classic adidas cleats, though I have yet to hear about their durability.

For PMUA's, I'd go with the Puma King XL i FG's as they are the latest. Not to mention PUMA's king line is also a sure and solid cleat. Very reliable and good with wear and tear.

Now onto NIKE. Right now the most popular NIKE cleats are the Total 90's which have several versions. The Total 90 Strike II is the legit version and is most likely worth the money. I had the first set of the latest Total 90's that came out a year and a half ago(the ones in my picture in the family photos thread). There is also the Strike II L-FG which is basically the same cleat. And then the Shoot II FG's which have a completely different stud pattern though its' practically the type of studs as the other too.
Another popular cleat are the Ronaldinho Dois'. I personally never wore these. They look and feel wonderful on the foot though they are almost like shoes that you'd buy but never wear lol... I know I wouldn't play in them myself because they are so nice. But that's up to you

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And now the favorite of strikers all over the world. The Mercyurial Vapors. Better known as the Vapors. They are VERY light, and d not provide much protection when you get kicked or stepped on but hey, you feel like you're wearing a sock! I'm not sure how the new ones are but most of my teammates over the years have complained that they cause lots of blisters and are really tight on the feet(though they never complain when they score a goal

). I also see them changing cleats during half-time because of the hurt they cause.
And one of my personal favorites, and one that is a SURE BET, is the NIKE Legends. I've personally worn these over several years and have had many a game in them. They are extremely reliable and VERY durable. If anything, I'd suggest you buy these as you'll get your money's worth. They may look non-flashy and all but they can last you at least 3 years maybe more.

Hope this helps a little

And good luck with whatever cleat you go with

Decker

**Peasant Phill** · 09-09-2008, 09:14

I swear by my Adidas copa mundials.

I've played football all my life and it's the first shoe that I can play multiple seasons with. They're made of kangaroo leather which is very subtle. If you grease them now and then they'll stay subtle and take the form of your foot. They are a tad more expensive though.
An extra for me, at least, is that they don't come in flashy colours.
Most of my teammates play with the copa mundial and probably will when they buy there next pair.

I hope my 1000th post was at least helpful

**Moros** · 09-09-2008, 09:25

Originally Posted by Peasant Phill

I swear by my Adidas copa mundials.

I've played football all my life and it's the first shoe that I can play multiple seasons with. They're made of kangaroo leather which is very subtle. If you grease them now and then they'll stay subtle and take the form of your foot. They are a tad more expensive though.
An extra for me, at least, is that they don't come in flashy colours.
Most of my teammates play with the copa mundial and probably will when they buy there next pair.

QFT

**naut** · 09-09-2008, 14:08

Still got my +F50.6 TUNiT. Served me well through 3 seasons.

Edit: You American's had me confused, I've played football all my life and I had no idea what cleat was.

**Decker** · 09-09-2008, 19:29

Originally Posted by Peasant Phill

I swear by my Adidas copa mundials.

I've played football all my life and it's the first shoe that I can play multiple seasons with. They're made of kangaroo leather which is very subtle. If you grease them now and then they'll stay subtle and take the form of your foot. They are a tad more expensive though.
An extra for me, at least, is that they don't come in flashy colours.
Most of my teammates play with the copa mundial and probably will when they buy there next pair.

I hope my 1000th post was at least helpful

Oh and good point about the greasing. I've never done that but when I have the cleats can last seasons!

Originally Posted by Rythmic

Still got my +F50.6 TUNiT. Served me well through 3 seasons.

Edit: You American's had me confused, I've played football all my life and I had no idea what cleat was.

3 seasons!?!? My bro went through nearly 3 pairs in one! I guess you don't get stuck in much eh

Lmao!! Well what can we say. We named a dog that didn't even originate from Aussieland so what can ya do

**Crazed Rabbit** · 09-09-2008, 20:27

Hey, thanks for all the help guys!

I'm thinking I'm going to go for the copa mundials. What exactly do you grease them with?

One more question - how do sizes vary through makers? My current Nikes at size nine fit perfectly, and I hope they all use similar sizing.

CR

**Ferret** · 09-09-2008, 21:15

I always get bright yellow ones, and don't care about the make or quality

**Quintus.JC** · 09-09-2008, 21:44

Adidas Predator PowerSwerve. I've been wearing the predator series since Predator pulse came out (I know it hasn't been that long). Anyway I've always prefered Adidas over Nike, and Predator suits my playing style.

**Decker** · 09-10-2008, 02:20

Originally Posted by Crazed Rabbit

Hey, thanks for all the help guys!

I'm thinking I'm going to go for the copa mundials. What exactly do you grease them with?

One more question - how do sizes vary through makers? My current Nikes at size nine fit perfectly, and I hope they all use similar sizing.

CR

Yea no problemo mate.

And to grease the cleats you use Chelsea Leather Food

And well size does matter on who makes the cleats as it's the same as buying shoes lol. Not everyone makes it the same size

**Peasant Phill** · 09-10-2008, 07:19

Originally Posted by Crazed Rabbit

Hey, thanks for all the help guys!

I'm thinking I'm going to go for the copa mundials. What exactly do you grease them with?

One more question - how do sizes vary through makers? My current Nikes at size nine fit perfectly, and I hope they all use similar sizing.

CR

Just look for grease in the shoe shining products. There are enough on the market, some specifically for sport shoes.

It's very important that your football shoe fit you perfectly. Only buy them after you run a few meters in the store with them when wearing an extra pair of football socks. You'll know soon enough if they are the right size.