Its been a while since we last reviewed a set of boots on soccer boots world, and what better to get us back into the swing of things than the sucessor to our favourite boot of 2012?With an eye-catching and youthful new lick of paint, the vapor 9 has drawn inspiration from high end sports cars – increasing the visual connection with mercurial speed. So where better to start than with the new ‘body’ of the boot – the upper.The upper features a two-level gradient that moves from pink to purple, as well as from gloss to a matte finish, which really screams speed – making it look like the air is breaking through the boot. That said, I personally do not like high gloss synthetic boots because they tend to look cheap and feel extremely stiff – but Nike has combatted this really well by mixing the matte and gloss finish, as well as continuing to use their super soft Tejin Micro-fibre upper from the Vapor 8 – which was so well received. My only personal criticism of the design is the black laces, which I feel do not suit the overall styling of the boot – but are based around the tires of the aforementioned super-cars.When you pick up the boot, you immediately notice the newly designed ‘golf ball’ texture that the boot features, this was heavily criticised by fans of the vapor when images of the boot first surfaced online. However, having had the chance to actually test this feature out – I have to say it is a fantastic innovation from Nike’s design team. Based around the concept of a golf ball’s aerodynamic qualities, the design was considered to give you better airflow over the boot – but more importantly it gives you a far better range of grip and traction on the ball – which really helps when performing high speed dribbles and tricks such as the flip-flap, as the ball is far more attached to your foot than with its predecessor.Nike has continued its tradition of giving the vapor an extremely low toebox – which is fantastic for getting underneath the ball, and for high speed dribbling. We also see Nike continue to use the fantastic ACC coating – which, paired with the dimpled texture of the boot, gives you a massive edge over your opponent (assuming they are not wearing the vapor 9s of course!).One of the biggest visual changes to the boot sees the removal of the inner swoosh of the boot – and the introduction of a more youthful ‘NIKE’ logo on the instep of the boot, this has also proved quite controversial with a lot of the vapor-faithful, but I have to say it looks very cool on-pitch when the boot is sunk into the mud and grass – and the high contrast graphic stands out – screaming speed at your opposition!Overall, Nike have taken one of the best boots they’ve produced and managed to make it even better – you’d be hard pushed to find a better speed boot out there.Saturday, 19 October 2013
Its been a while since we last reviewed a set of boots on soccer boots world, and what better to get us back into the swing of things than the sucessor to our favourite boot of 2012?With an eye-catching and youthful new lick of paint, the vapor 9 has drawn inspiration from high end sports cars – increasing the visual connection with mercurial speed. So where better to start than with the new ‘body’ of the boot – the upper.The upper features a two-level gradient that moves from pink to purple, as well as from gloss to a matte finish, which really screams speed – making it look like the air is breaking through the boot. That said, I personally do not like high gloss synthetic boots because they tend to look cheap and feel extremely stiff – but Nike has combatted this really well by mixing the matte and gloss finish, as well as continuing to use their super soft Tejin Micro-fibre upper from the Vapor 8 – which was so well received. My only personal criticism of the design is the black laces, which I feel do not suit the overall styling of the boot – but are based around the tires of the aforementioned super-cars.When you pick up the boot, you immediately notice the newly designed ‘golf ball’ texture that the boot features, this was heavily criticised by fans of the vapor when images of the boot first surfaced online. However, having had the chance to actually test this feature out – I have to say it is a fantastic innovation from Nike’s design team. Based around the concept of a golf ball’s aerodynamic qualities, the design was considered to give you better airflow over the boot – but more importantly it gives you a far better range of grip and traction on the ball – which really helps when performing high speed dribbles and tricks such as the flip-flap, as the ball is far more attached to your foot than with its predecessor.Nike has continued its tradition of giving the vapor an extremely low toebox – which is fantastic for getting underneath the ball, and for high speed dribbling. We also see Nike continue to use the fantastic ACC coating – which, paired with the dimpled texture of the boot, gives you a massive edge over your opponent (assuming they are not wearing the vapor 9s of course!).One of the biggest visual changes to the boot sees the removal of the inner swoosh of the boot – and the introduction of a more youthful ‘NIKE’ logo on the instep of the boot, this has also proved quite controversial with a lot of the vapor-faithful, but I have to say it looks very cool on-pitch when the boot is sunk into the mud and grass – and the high contrast graphic stands out – screaming speed at your opposition!Overall, Nike have taken one of the best boots they’ve produced and managed to make it even better – you’d be hard pushed to find a better speed boot out there.
In 1998 Nike launched the first Nike Mercurial football boot, a shoe inspired by and designed for an athlete who was playing a brand of football that had never been seen before. The player was Brasilian football phenomenon Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima, popularly dubbed "El Fenómeno," but more commonly known as Ronaldo - the original.The tagline for the Nike Mercurial launch, “Ultralight, so your legs can be as fast as your imagination,” spoke to Ronaldo's unparalleled creativity and speed. Ronaldo not only captured the imagination with his style, speed, skill and incredible eye for goal, but he also reignited the reputation of Brasilian football. His influence continues to this day as he guides the likes of Neymar on their attempts to follow in his footsteps. Ronaldo is closely associated with the original silver-yellow-blue Nike Mercurial he wore in France during the summer of 1998. Among a field of black-and-white, the Nike Mercurial stood out for its sleek shape and speed-inspired visual design. To celebrate 15 years since the debut of that boot, Nike has created a Vapor IX inspired by the 1998 design.“Ronaldo’s impact on the game 15 years ago was immense, and in the run up to 2014, we wanted to celebrate that boot and the man himself. We thought a modern construction of his 1998 boot would be a great commemoration of that moment.” said Phil McCartney, VP Nike Football Footwear.“In the years since the first Mercurial boot was created, modern construction has allowed for a more refined way of making boots. For example, the original version of this boot was constructed of multiple materials stitched together. This version is a one-piece, seamless upper as per other Nike Vapor Mercurial IX editions.“Not only from the point of view of construction, but the team approached it with a 2013 aesthetic in mind too. The yellow from the 1998 version is replaced by the distinctive Volt color that became synonymous with Nike design last summer in London, and the original silver is updated with a metallic finish.” 
Big name football boot releases do not get much bigger than the Lionel Messi F50 adiZero TRX. The Argentine star has finally been given the special treatment that very few footballers can claim: their own signature pair of football boots. While the adidas F50 adiZero TRX has already been around for the past 4 months or so, adidas have changed things up when it has come to the new Messi adiZero, adding a few additions to the synthetic-exclusive boot. With the Messi adiZero in our hands, it was always worth reviewing the special adiZero to see how it performs out on the pitch compared to the regular synthetic adiZero. We have been trialling the new Messi F50 adiZero TRX over the past few weeks, and it is time to find out how they go on the pitch.
At 171grams this is the lightest King ever created in the history of the PUMA King. The new King SL is executed in the latest high-tech materials to ensure that it sets new benchmarks. The premium microfiber upper material has a leather-like touch, is very lightweight, and provides an optimal touch to the ball
The King SL uses the PUMA AptoLast which conforms to the natural shape of the foot, providing a snug fit. Integrated minimalistic heel counter offers protection and support in the achilles area.
The outsole features Pebax and nylon material for an optimal combination of lightweight and stability. Injected traction studs make this boots perfect for use on firm natural surfaces.
When fast keeps getting faster, only a few can change a game in an instant. Built for uncompromising speed and optimal touch, the new Mercurial Vapor IX is designed to make the fast, Mercurial.Engineered with a new composite chassis, All Conditions Control technology (ACC) and direct-inject studs, the new Mercurial Vapor IX designed for explosive traction and high-speed control whatever the weather.
Puma and Hublot together released a special edition of the new Puma evoSPEED 1.2 Boot for the Colombian and new AS Monaco striker Falcao, who is became the face of the Swiss Watch Manufactor Hublot, the official timekeeper of the 2014 World Cup, in March 2013. The new Falcao Hublot evoSPEED 1.2 Boot was released in two different colorways and is limited to 100 editions worldwide.The new special Falcao evoSPEED 1.2 Boot is only avaiable together with a special Hublot watch (17, 000 Dollar for the Black / Platinum Version, 40, 000 Dollar for the Black / Gold Version) and personally signed by Falcao. Trough the camapign Puma and Hublot together want to raise money to fight against the terrible living conditions in Falcao's Home town Grand Lagoon.
The white Nike Mercurial Vapor IX Boot features black logos and similar to the other white Nike Boots, which will be released as a white pack early 2014 a colored sole. The inner sole and the outsole of this Nike Mercurial Vapor IX Colorway are blue, while on the upper appears the pattern of the coat of a fast animal like a hunting-leopard. Even it was roumered that the white pack of Nike Boots will be used at the World Cup 2014, we don't think they will as their release is in early 2014.
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