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adidas F50i Tunit Football Boots - ClimaCool Cyan/Silver/Black

Boot Spy — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:45:00 GMT

adidas F50i ClimaCool Football Boots

We're starting the New Year off with even more boots! Here is the next of three new adidas F50i soccer shoes colourways - the Premium ClimaCool Cyan/Silver edition. This next addition to the F50i speed series is part of an exclusive colour run set and the SoccerBible is your first stop to see full and exclusive images, along with all the technical specs you need to know before you splash your cash on a new pair of football boots.

Available to pre-order now these boots come supplied as a Pro Lite pack, costing around £125 GBP. We already know loads about the new adidas F50i football boots and these latest additions continue the trend for great-fitting, sleek and lightweight football boots from adidas.

ClimaCool is a unique adidas advancement in boot technology, that players including David Beckham are taking advantage of. ClimaCool football boots are designed to conduct the slow moving air surrounding the boots, through the holes to cool the feet during exercise. The ClimaCool upper of the adidas F50i football boots is slightly thicker than the regular synthetic F50i upper, as it has both the ClimaCool material and comfortable material and mesh lining inside. However, the material is softer and performs much more like a leather upper.

This edition also retains the vented area on the in-step. Designed for for free-flowing air but reinforced with a harder plastic for ball contact - similar to the pass pad as seen on control football boots.

The upper features the dual tone look that adidas have employed on a couple of past F50i's as well as a more cloudy or smoky Alles-Klaar heel counter section. Shown here with the Competition chassis, the semi-transparent section features a tint of the Cyan colour to

The latest ClimaCool adidas F50i football boots continue to remove the lace cover, unlike other models in the F50i range. Instead, adidas have taken the ClimaCool technology from their running shoes to include an open lace design with an extremely comfortable and soft material tongue.

Those of you clued up enough will have already worked out this boot is one third of adidas' latest F50i Premium pack. This is the follow up ultra-limited pack that adidas have released for the F50i, with the first set finally being released as individual boots due to public demand! No surprises this time that adidas have kept the fans happy and released the boots seperately as well. So you can choose to buy all three, or the individual synthetic, ClimaCool or leather versions to match your taste and style!

The two standout features of the new adidas F50i football boots upper, is the print application on the instep of the boot and the new lace-cover. The print application is positioned to assist ball control by increasing friction, and the ClimaCool features a generious kicking area. The perforated upper allows for natural foot breathabililty, and we reckon adidas have done a good job with the visual design of the boot.

This new colourway is produced in a limited run, so if you're looking for something different to your team mates you should have plenty of options now. We reckon this version would be a great addition to your boot reportoire, although the ClimaCool option may not be suitable for frosty winter pitches.

With these boots being a limited release, we're definitely excited to see if any players choose to sport this boot, as it is definitely an excellent addition to the F50i family.

adidas F50i Football Boots - White/Navy/Gold - Lionel Messi

Boot Spy — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Keen boot spotters will have noticed Lionel Messi wearing a brand new adidas F50i football boots colourway - and here they are, the White/Navy/Gold adidas F50i Messi football boots....(read more)

Speed Football Boots - adidas F50i Comfort Pack - Silver/Black/Red - 03/09/09

Editor — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:30:00 GMT

The adidas F50i TUNiT speed football boots are the latest range to release a new colourway. Clearly not a boot to be left behind, the new Silver/Black/Red adidas F50i football boots are a flash and particularly unique design.

The new adidas F50i upper is available in a comfort pack, which equips you for all playing conditions. And the eagle-eyed boot spotters amongst you may have seen these boots before, as although they aren't released until the 1st October they have already been worn on pitch by Lukas Podolski.

The adidas F50 range prides itself on giving users the ability to "tune" their game, so the F50i TUNiT component system provides players with the complete season round, any condition set up. Players benefit from an interchangeable upper, chassis and re-designed studs colour coded for each surface, to create a boot that will suit your game and style.

This new distinctive silver/red colourway gives the impression that the wearer may have hit a few balls in their time! And the adidas F50i is a great boot for striking the ball, as it is made from a unique new material developed by adidas called Sprint Skin. A single-layer synthetic which has strength and durability, but is thin and lightweight for ball touch and feel.

The upper of the adidas F50i football boots is both stitched and thermal bonded together to improve durability and performance. And this new technique has allowed the lace cover to be designed in such a way that it blends into the upper, a feature that we know is popular amongst the pros following our interview with Jermain Defoe.

The design of this unique upper isn't the first time we've seen adidas incorporate a distinctive lattice pattern, as adidas have also used it for the popular Macaw Green adidas F50i football boots.

The style of these new adidas football boots is aided by the Alles-Klar section of the heel and soleplate, which has been reduced for the adidas F50i TUNiT range. And the new design allows the three adidas stripes to wrap around the boot and blend into the F50 logo that is present on all the bases of the uppers.

The new silver/black/red adidas F50i comfort pack is ideal for the season ahead, with a comfort chassis, insoles and stud packs included for soft, firm and hard ground conditions and pitches. Really you're getting three boots for the price of one, making the £125 GBP price tag not sound so bad. You can expect these boots to hit the UK shelves from 1st October, and they are currently available for pre-order.

Heritage Football Boots - adidas adiPure II - Black/Black/Gold - 02/09/09

Editor — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:55:00 GMT

There's a slick new adidas adiPure II football boot on the market. Players and fans were impressed when the black/gold colourway was released, so adidas have now taken that boot one step further by creating a blackout version.

Players who instantly took to the field wearing the black/gold adidas adiPure II football boots included Kaka, Xabi Alonso and Karim Benzema. Three quality players, who do their talking on the pitch and don't lead flamboyant lives, which brings a subtle classiness about these new all black adiPure II football boots.

Our exclusive pictures show the true quality and craftsmanship of these new blackout adidas adiPure II football boots. Made from soft kangaroo leather for a natural touch and feel for the ball, these adiPure II football boots have unique stitching and padded areas to hold the leather and further improve ball control and performance.

The ball strike and control area is enlarged due to the off-centre lacing system, which is complimented by the adiPure II collar. Which wraps around the foot for a better and more secure fit, rather than a loose tongue and a central lacing system.

The all black look is completed with a stealthy firm ground sole-plate, with adidas Traxion studs shaped to enhance ground penetration and movement.

The black/black/gold adidas adiPure II football boots are available for pre-order now, as they are set to be released on 1st October, when they should cost around £100 GBP.

Heritage Football Boots - adidas adiPure II - Brown/White - 03/08/09

SB Editor — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 08:59:00 GMT

Here's the very interesting new adiPure II colourway from adidas! The adidas adiPure football boots stand for quality, comfort and performance and represent adidas' heritage range...

But, this new colourway doesn't seem to just represent heritage, they are also reminiscent of vintage football boots! It is definitely a bold colourway choice from adidas, but we like that they are prepared to experiment with their football boots.

There is no denying the adidas adiPure II football boots are a quality boot, why else would world class players like Kaka, Xabi Alonso and Karim Benzema choose to wear the all-leather football boots.

The adiPure's are soft and comfortable, and the high-grade kangaroo leather upper has been stitched and padded in appropriate areas to enhance performance and the feel of the boot on your feet.

One area the adidas adiPure II football boots differ from the first generation of adiPure boots is with the redesigned collar. Instead of a tongue the boots have a "wrap-around" combined tongue and ankle support, a design feature that is also set to be incorporated into a new unnamed adidas football boot!

The brown adidas adipure II football boots are currently only available in firm ground sole-plates which feature adidas Traxion studs. These are tapered for easier ground penetration, improving shock absorption and assisting movement.

Available for pre-order, the brown adidas adiPure II football boots are due to be released 1st September and will cost around £90 GBP. They are also one of the first football boots to save you money, as you won't have to pay club fines for turning up with muddy boots, because no-one's going to notice!

Speed Football Boots - adidas F50i Messi Leather Navy/Gold/Argentina Blue 03/07/09

SB Editor — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT

The summer football boot releases continue with the limited edition adidas F50i TUNiT Messi - designed and created especially for superstar Lionel Messi.

This special release features a few significant enhancements and cosmetic changes to the regular F50i - most notably the Navy/Gold/Argentina Blue colourway and a leather upper favoured by Messi himself.

Keen boot spotters and SoccerBible regulars will know that Messi chooses to wear a customised F30i on pitch, but with this release adidas are looking to keep up the F50i momentum with Messi as their global F50i superstar - and there is arguably no one better in the game at the moment who can lay claim to his own boot range!

The upper of the F50i Messi is crafted from k-leather which makes it soft, supple and highly flexible. Many players (and indeed SoccerBible fans) will debate the merits of synthetic versus genuine leather, but the F50i seems to suit both by offering something for everyone. The raised stitching on the instep hints at Predator-style vamps, with a bold red "i" the only interruption on an otherwise clean instep.

The Alles-Klar section of the heel and soleplate is not as transparent as on other editions, this time more smokey and frosted with a soft cyan colouring disguising the chassis choice. The gold three stripes wrap around the boot and blend into the F50 logo that is present on all the bases of the uppers. The heel counter has also been made more dense to add to the support and stability of the boot.

As always the F50i TUNiT component system aims to provide players with the complete season round, any condition set up. Existing F50 players can benefit from snapping up a new upper, or upgrading their chassis and insole to suit their game and style. For the F50i adidas have re-designed the studs making each surface pack colour coded, with the intention of making "tuning" your boot quicker and easier.

The adidas info goes into some detail about the design and significance of the symbol on the lace cover. Inspired from the flag of Argentina and Leo Messi's home town of Rosario, the town where the country's flag was founded. Also featured in the design is the Sun, which is not only a homage to the Argentina flag but also "a reference to Leo's playing style: Just as the Sun gives light to the World, Leo's playing style lights up entire stadiums worldwide."

A bold claim that would be laughable on any other boot other than one endorsed by Lionel Messi!

The comfort pack is ideal for the season ahead, with studs packs included for soft, firm and hard ground conditions and pitches. Those put off by the price of a Nike Superfly will find the Comfort Pack represents excellent value, with the inclusion of a pair of comfort chassis and insoles giving the boot a superb fit and unrivalled comfort.

The new F50i's are also presented in a classy new box (if packaging can ever be described as "classy") with neat compartments for each of the components - including a slot for the gold stud key that the Messi edition comes supplied with.

The adidas F50i Messi Comfort pack is available from 1st July 2009 for pre-order, with the boots hitting the shelves on 1st August 09. In the UK you can currently pick up the complete Comfort Pack for around £125 GBP, with selected retailers offering the upper only for around £60 GBP.

Heritage Football Boots - adidas adiPure II Red/White/Black - 02/07/09

Editor — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:28:00 GMT

There's a new addition to the classy adidas adiPure range, and it's quite a bold colour! To cater for a diversifying boots market, adidas have released the new Red/White/Black adiPure II colourway, which is guaranteed to stand out on the pitch, along with delivering the performance of a quality football boot.

The adidas adiPure II football boots have proven quality and are worn by some truly great players. They are the boots that changed Kaka from adidas Predator football boots after six years, and are also worn by Xabi Alonso, Frank Lampard and Karim Benzema.

The new Red/White/Black adidas adiPure II football boots draw inspiration, and give a modern day spin, to a long line of adidas heritage football boots including the Copa Mundial and World Cup. For this reason the adiPure II football boots are made to a high level of quality and craftsmanship, to deliver no-fuss performance.

For players who prefer a boot with a natural leather upper, the ultimate material is K leather. The unique kangaroo leather naturally has more dense fibres, which means the material is more supple and stronger.

So, it's no surprise the adidas adiPure II football boots are made from K leather, however adidas have made advancements by using unique stitching patterns to hold the leathers shape and increase boot durability.

The K leather and unique stitching combines with off-centre lacing, to create an enlarged ball contact and control area. Along with a padded in-step for cushioning and assisting ball control, so the adiPure II football boots provide superior performance when it comes to control and distribution of the ball.

A unique new feature of the adiPure II football boots is the wrap-around collar, which gives a tight and snug fit. So the boot and feet move in unison, not only enhancing comfort but preventing rubbing, and improving the ball contact area for passing and shooting.

Overall, the new adidas adiPure II football boots are extremely comfortable and deliver great ball feel and performance. It is no surprise playmakers Kaka, Lampard and Xabi Alonso rely on the natural materials and craftsmanship to perform at the highest level. And it may be Alonso we see debuting the new Red/White/Black colourway to match his Liverpool kit, or perhaps Ivica Olic for Bayern Munich.

Expected to be released on 1st August for around £100 GBP, these new adiPure II football boots will be available just in time for the new season, and are currently available for pre-order.

Speed Football Boots - adidas F50i White/Black/Red - 02/07/09

Editor — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:47:00 GMT

The new adidas F50i football boots have made quite an impact since their release, with a popular design and great performance attributes. For their initial release all adidas F50 players were put in the Cyan colourway, but now their options have increased with the release of the new White/Black/Red adidas F50i football boots....(read more)

Power Football Boots - adidas Predator Confederations - White/Black/Silver - 19/06/09

Editor — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:36:00 GMT

SoccerBible have had a first look at the adidas Predator football boots taking the Confederations Cup by storm. The new Predator Confederations boots have a cool new design, and have already been worn by Brazilian captain Lucio, Spain's creative midfielder Xavi and tireless Italian midfielder Daniele De Rossi.

The unique design pays tribute to Confederations Cup and 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa, and the white leather upper really makes the bold colours and design stand out.

The white and black colours make these a sharp looking pair of adidas Predator football boots, which continue adidas' high level of craftsmanship incorporating unique technologies. These new Confederations Predators once again feature SmartFoam and rubberised vamps, along with the PowerPulse chamber, which are all innovative features unique to adidas that have proved to be successful with the pro players over the past year.

The actual design and colours of these new adidas Predator football boots is certainly striking. But rather than creating an extremely loud coloured boot, adidas used a classy looking white upper with a more subtle nod to the vibrant colours and atmosphere of South Africa.

These cool looking adidas Predator football boots are not just confined to the Confederations tournament. They have been a popular choice with the players, as we recently spotted Robin Van Persie sporting a pair on International duty with Holland. So we're expecting to see a lot of these boots during this World Cup season, and are expecting them to hit our shelves from 1st August just in time for the new season.

Power Football Boots - adidas Predator CL star - 11/06/09

Editor — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:28:00 GMT

Here's the next colourway for the adidas Predator football boots, featuring a unique Champions League star design. These football boots received a debut from Steven Gerrard at Wembley, a true endorsement from a player who rarely changes his football boots and only does so for quality.

In stark contrast to the recently revealed True Blue Predator football boots, this new Black/Red design is an alternative spin on the classic colourway that has adorned adidas Predator football boots for over ten years!

It was a successful season for the PowerSwerve generation of adidas Predator football boots. Not only did they finish the top scoring football boot in the Primera Division, but they were also worn by Champions League winner and midfield play-maker Xavi.

As you'd expect, these latest adidas Predator football boots meet the high standards of quality and craftsmanship associated with the Predator range, and enjoyed by many professional players.

The adidas Predator CL football boots are not just a comfortable and responsive boot due to the kangaroo leather upper, but they are enhanced with innovative adidas technology. SmartFoam in the striking area of the boots, and rubberised vamps, create unique contact with the ball to generate more spin and increase accuracy. Whilst extra power is added to every shot as the tungsten powder in the boots PowerPulse chamber shifts with the movement of the foot.

An ideal candidate to wear these new adidas Predator CL star football boots would be Champions League winner Xavi, but also look out for Steven Gerrard and Dimitar Berbatov who prefer the traditional black colourway. They will be released on 1st July, and are currently available for pre-order for around £130.