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Because soccer is primarily played with your feet, having the proper
soccer footwear is extremely important! Comfortable, high quality
soccer footwear is one of the most essential pieces of equipment
for a soccer athlete.
There are various styles of soccer footwear (or, soccer boots as
they are called by the British) that are designed for different
weather conditions, skill levels and playing surfaces.
All soccer footwear is either made of leather or synthetic materials.
Athletes choose from these two basic components based on skill level
and how serious they are about the sport.
Synthetic
- Ideal for most entry and mid-level players
- Generally less expensive than leather shoes, but do not offer
as good a feel and do not last as long as a well-cared for leather
boot
- Generally contain some sort of water treatment and therefore
last better under poor playing conditions
- Easier to clean and dry out than leather shoes
Leather
- Offer the best feel and fit of any soccer shoe, but are also
generally more expensive
- Full-grain leather shoes are strong and durable, while variations
such as Kangaroo leather are more flexible and offer an even beter
feel
- The softer the leather, the better the feel for the ball, but
also the less durable the shoe
- Absorb more water than synthetic shoes and are not recommended
for constant use on wet fields; however, water treatment options
are available
Your soccer footwear should fit comfortably so that you don’t
develop blisters, sore ankles or serious injuries. The basic sizing
system is the same for soccer footwear as other shoes, but designed
with a narrower upper than typical. This allows the soccer footwear
to give you a better feel for and control of the ball.
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