Soccer Shoes
Check list for buying soccer shoes:
- Are they comfortable?
- Do they fit well, especially in the width?
- Are they flexible in all directions, including the sole (the bottom of the boot)?
There are two types of studs, namely moulded and screw-in. The screw-in type have the advantage that the studs can be changed according to the type of ground you are playing on. So you can take one pair of boots to the game, and change the studs if necessary. If your feet are suffering on hard pitches with blisters, there are several things to try. Use studs which are designed for hard pitches. Use boots which have a larger number of studs, so that the pressure is more evenly distributed on your foot, or use a padded instep in your boots. Always wear boots. Training shoes are likely to slip when you turn on grass. Astro-boots, which have large numbers of pimples on the sole are not suitable either. They are specially designed for Astroturf, but not for use on grass.
Care of your Soccer Shoes (Football Boots):
- Undo the laces properly when you take your soccer shoes off.
- Remove soil by banging the boots together or using a brush. Then wipe with a damp cloth.
- If wet, allow the shoes to dry before polishing them. Don’t heat-dry or the boots will crack.
- Grease screw-in studs occasionally to prevent rusting.
- Stuffing soccer shoes with newspaper helps them retain their shape.
- Don’t play in soccer shoes with broken studs, mixed studs, or over-tightened studs.
- Never use oil or detergents on boots. Waterproofing sprays and polishes are available to use instead.