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Nike Gato
by Puggers
Most football boots look like they've been designed by over-sugared five year-olds these days - indoor boots, all the more so. As such, a big part of what attracted me to Nike's Gato boot - designed for indoor football and futsal - was the fact that it's not *too* garish. Granted, the flashes of dayglo yellow aren't exactly ... inconspicuous, but on the whole, this could just about pass as an everyday trainer.
Looks aren't everything, of course. A good indoor football boot should be close-fitting, sturdy and offer a strong grip on the surface to stop you skidding about and slipping - ideally without feeling like you're wearing a hiking boot.
This isn't normally an issue for Nike's footwear - on the contrary, they tend to be rather lightweight, even flimsy affairs, so the question here is whether they're tough enough to stand up to the demands of close-quarters, high-intensity indoor football. When I first starting playing futsal, I imagined I could get away with regular trainers, but you really notice the difference between these and proper, specifically-designed boots.
Happily, these deliver on all the counts that matter - they're a snug fit (for my fairly wide feet), but they still feel like they're protecting you sufficiently. The sole offers a good amount of support; the cushioning is almost like a lightweight running shoe; enough that it helps take some of the impact away from your delicate knees, but not so much that you lose the "feel" that's so important for this type of sport. The uppers deliver on this front as well; strong enough to protect from everyday impact and the wear and tear of football, but they still let you maintain close contact with the ball. It's a perfect compromise.
This isn't a boot full of gadgets and quirks - there are no particular gimmicks that sell this boot, and that's probably a good thing - it's simply a good all-rounder. There are more expensive models out there - but I don't think you need to spend more than the £50 these will set you back, as this ticks all the boxes. You'll get a well-made, hard-wearing pair of boots that don't feel awkward or cumbersome, stand up to tough knocks and look good as well. Too often I find this kind of boot a little too chunky and heavy, but this is a great option for those who'd rather be wearing proper grass boots, but need to adapt to the indoor surface. They'd also be a good choice for playing on synthetic grass surfaces, I'd imagine - all round, a great buy.
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Keen SAGEWOOD CNX
by MichaelIcethorn
These shoes are very comfortable! I wear them for my runs and walks. They feel like the adjust to your feet and fit you just right! I put those shoes on and they fit perfectly. I walk everyday so these shoes are extremely important to me, I take them everywhere I go. Right after school I take them out of my back pack and jog for a ... little. These shoes feel like they circulate air through my feet, so my feet arent as sweaty as they usually are; and they sweat a bunch. That is the trick of the little holes at the top of the shoe. They let air vent in and out as you take steps! Once you put on the shoes you feel like you have pistons under you pushing you farther as you walk. That is an added addition and it helps walkers or runners like me to keep going. After I'm done with my exercise I let my shoes rest for my next trip. When my next trip comes my shoes are completely cool. They don't even have a single spec of heat there. Just the perfect thing I need for when my feet get a pumping. These shoes can be used as daily things too. I don't JUST use them for for sports, I walk around the mall or park in them. When I'm late for a meeting or fund raiser (etc), I just slip on the shoes. Don't even have to worry about them falling up because they just stick to you. I just tie them and go! Now the style on the shoes aren't really much for granted but they are okay for casual days. Just put some jeans over them and you will be fine! You will have the feeling of power surging through your body! You will be completely comfortable in these wonderful shoes. They will help you through all your feet problems! The bottom of your shoe is rough and rigid. I've tested out my shoes before and I had stepped in some bubble gum. The bubble gum had stuck onto the bottom of them shoe but it easy came of just like it had come on. I really do think that wherever you take these shoes will treasure them. I know I do. They are very valuable. So do not let your dogs eat those shoes! Do not let anything bad happen to them! Treasure them with your life because these shoes, these shoes will indefinably help you in your lifetime! Whether it is for your sporting days and needs or your everyday casual times. Whether it's for fashion or business, these shoes will fit your style like a glove. Or in this case, a shoe. I hope that you buy these shoes now that you know how wonderful they are! I hope you enjoy wearing them and have a great time with your sporty occations and with your caasual attire! Enjoy these shoes!!! They will help you like crazy.
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