04 December, 2011

Adidas AdiPURE IV- REVIEW


Adidas AdiPURE IV- REVIEW


The good: The boot is simple, classic, and based on durability, comfort and style I would choose this boot over any other boot on the market. Not to mention the price point of $140.

The bad: the only thing that could be improved on this boot is the outsole. With no flex grooves on the forefoot I noticed the boot to be very stiff when pushing off.

The bottom line: classic boot that offers great value: price, durability, and comfort are the highlights of the boot. Not to mention the style really grabs your attention if you are a fan of heritage boots aka adidas. How many years has the cop a been around? I work at a soccer specialty shop and we always have people come in looking for them. Just something about a classic that you can not beat.

Comfort/fit: (8/10)
With the straight lacing at first glance the adiPURE seems like a narrow boot but with the k leather upper you can have a simi wide foot and the upper wraps around your foot like a glove. I am not sure why adidas chose to use the straight lacing system because with the off center lacing it gives players a bigger striking surface to to mention with the asymmetrical lacing system it contours to the shape of your foot to provide a glove like fit. To feel the difference I urge you to try on the the adiPURE two and three.
Performance: (9/10)
 If you are looking for a heritage boot that overs comfort and a classic soft touch, referencing the upper of the k leather upper then this boot is for you. When you boot this boot on you feel no pressure on the foot. With the upper it fits like a glove, which is what you want from a boot. There is no breaking in, just put them on and play and let your game do the talking. This boot is a classic boot but at 9.8 oz it is made for the modern football game unlike it's daddy the mundial which registers at 11.7 oz. So you can see adidas retooled this boot for the modern game and for the player who wants a classic/heritage boot.
Value: (9/10)
When looking at a boot I want to know the comfort, price, and durability of the boot. As a consumer who takes your soccer serious this is what you should look for. At $140 price point adidas has hit a home run with this boot because for what you get for the price is amazing. It is not plastic, it is k leather and it will go the distance, which means it will last longer then six months. For example, I had a pair of adiPURE boots that lasted me two years which says a lot about the quality adidas is putting out.

Footy Guru Rating:
Comfort/fit: 8/10
Performance: 9/10
Value: 9/10
Overall Score: 8.6
(Excellent) This boot gets a 4 star rating from FOOTY GURU
(Boots supplied for review by Adidas Soccer)

Blogger Note: Great boot at a very realistic price. At the moment, you can these boots for under/around $100 on various sites. More reviews soon to come...