Football cleats are sports footwear which have the soles fitted with cleats or studs. This kind of footwear provides extra support and grip to the player on hard, soft and slippery surfaces. When deciding upon a pair of football cleats there are a number of factors to consider, of which I will now discuss.
Shoe Material
Leather - The upper of cleat shoes are usually made from leather or synthetics. Leather shoes provide fantastic comfort, flexibility and durability to the player. Shoes of this material allow your feet to breathe making them more comfortable. Leather shoes are often more expensive, however the right pair will worth their value.
Synthetics - For a cheaper pair then synthetics are a viable option. Whilst not providing as much durability and breath-ability most shoes have some aspect of synthetic material. This is usually to give added support to well used areas like the sole.
Type of Cleat
Molded - For most grass fields and an all round cleat then molded are a good buy. Small rubber or plastics studs are permanently fixed to the sole of molded cleats. There lightness and comfort provide top performance on hard surfaces.
Detachable - The more expensive cleats are detachable ones. These have a range of 6 - 12 studs which can be changed to suit specific playing conditions. These studs can be of varying lengths. Short studs for hard fields and soft for wet. Detachable cleats are excellent for those required to play on a variety of surfaces.
Size and Maintenance
Size - When trying for the first time always do so in the afternoon, when feet have swollen from normal daily activity. Trying with sports socks will also help in finding the right pair. This will determine the exact size required. Selecting the right size is paramount to achieving peek performance levels.
Maintenance - Always break in a new pair of cleats as they will feel better once they have been worn a few times. Make sure to regularly check the condition of the studs and replace when necessary. Clean and protect footwear after every game or training session.
In today's market there are hundreds of football cleats to choose from. Whichever pair you decide upon be sure that they are comfortable and able to perform at the highest level.
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