jkatz44 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I have read several cleat threads but I'm still a little skeptical. I think I am down to the following 2 choices: Nike Landsharks or the Under Armour Hammers. Which one should I get or are there better choices out there? Also, should i get the low cut or the mid cut? What are good places to get them? Thanks, Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Norman Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I use Under Armour, low and got them at Dick's, three years now, inexpensive. I have friends that use Land Sharks. Try them on, wear them around the shoe area for 20-30 minutes. If they don't feel good there they'll feel even worse sitting in y9our closet cause you don't wear them at matches. The BEST shoes are the ones that fit you and allow you to move. Had a pair of GSG9s, NEVER again. Uncomfortable, expensive and they fell apart to boot. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmantwo Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 There is a local store called Nearly Perfect shoes, they sell all kinds of shoes, off brand and name brand. They might have something very slight wrong with them, or one might be 1/2 a size different(has never made a difference far as I could tell). They sell cleats for about 12-20 bucks, that's what I've been using for nearly 20 years. But definetely, what Jim said about getting the ones that feel good is the most important thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo Hepworth Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 (edited) I was thinking about getting cleats,..but settled on North Face Hedgehogs mids.....very good grip indoors and out,..decent ankle support but not constrictive. Very lightweight. They weigh less than my Oakley mids. http://www.thenorthface.com/webapp/wcs/sto...variationId=0AA Edited October 11, 2009 by Mo Hepworth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airic Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I just got a pair of IForce football cleats at Academy for $18.00. Worked great at Area 4 this weekend....actually I'd have to say they were the best investment I made for the match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolex Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Land Sharks- since 1989 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 Land Sharks- since 1989 low or mid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LPatterson Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Do not buy anything that you haven't tried on and worn for at least 20 minutes. It seems that every company has its own idea what size and width means depending on the last it is built on. Lows, mids or high tops depend on your ankle condition and the surface you will be running on most. Is your skill level such that gaining 3-5 seconds over the entire match worth the cost or is it I want to be like big name shooter so and so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
open17 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Under Armour Hammers for me. Tried the Land Sharks for a while. Too narrow for my feet, they HURT by the end of the day. Hammers are so darned comfortable that sometimes I forget to change back to my regular shoes after a match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boz1911 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I like the Land Sharks, but I love the Land Sharks with athletic gel insoles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkSmileyX Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Adidas Turf Hogs Figure out how much you want to spend, go try on shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianATL Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Under Armour Hammers for me. Tried the Land Sharks for a while. Too narrow for my feet, they HURT bythe end of the day. Hammers are so darned comfortable that sometimes I forget to change back to my regular shoes after a match. Same for me on the Under Armour Hammers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveU Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, Agree with G-ManBart... I have the mid and they are super comfortable. The only down side is in rain (seems I've done most of my shooting lately in rain - Area 8 Friday, TN Sectional Friday...) they seem to soak thru. I figure it's because they're a really comfortable mesh material. More leather would probably not get as wet inside. Maybe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 (edited) I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, Agree with G-ManBart... I have the mid and they are super comfortable. The only down side is in rain (seems I've done most of my shooting lately in rain - Area 8 Friday, TN Sectional Friday...) they seem to soak thru. I figure it's because they're a really comfortable mesh material. More leather would probably not get as wet inside. Maybe Is it the Under Armour Hammers II that you guys are talking about? G-ManBart, Which one do like better the low or mid? Edited October 11, 2009 by jkatz44 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ateb74 Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I have a pair of the Landsharks and they are to narrow to be comfortable to me ,I just recently bought a pair of The North Face Prophecy II super comfortable and breathable good traction as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaxshooter Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 North Face makes several different styles with soles that are just as aggressive as football cleats. The other advantage of North Face, they also make models with Gortex linings so your feet stay dry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveU Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, Agree with G-ManBart... I have the mid and they are super comfortable. The only down side is in rain (seems I've done most of my shooting lately in rain - Area 8 Friday, TN Sectional Friday...) they seem to soak thru. I figure it's because they're a really comfortable mesh material. More leather would probably not get as wet inside. Maybe Is it the Under Armour Hammers II that you guys are talking about? G-ManBart, Which one do like better the low or mid? Adidas Corner Blitz are the ones I own/was referring to. They weren't one of the two you were deciding between, but they are pretty nice and maybe you hadn't thought of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, Agree with G-ManBart... I have the mid and they are super comfortable. The only down side is in rain (seems I've done most of my shooting lately in rain - Area 8 Friday, TN Sectional Friday...) they seem to soak thru. I figure it's because they're a really comfortable mesh material. More leather would probably not get as wet inside. Maybe Is it the Under Armour Hammers II that you guys are talking about? G-ManBart, Which one do like better the low or mid? Adidas Corner Blitz are the ones I own/was referring to. They weren't one of the two you were deciding between, but they are pretty nice and maybe you hadn't thought of them. I think i am leaning toward the Hammers. Anymore suggestions out there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Who offers wide widths? I just have to have at least an E width. Any Nike product I have ever looked at did not come in wide widths and I am assuming the Land Sharks are the same story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 Who offers wide widths? I just have to have at least an E width. Any Nike product I have ever looked at did not come in wide widths and I am assuming the Land Sharks are the same story. Actually i was just looking and found i think a low cut land sharks wide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demax Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, +1 My vote also goes to Corner Blitz Mid ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 11, 2009 Author Share Posted October 11, 2009 I've had good luck with Adidas Corner Blitz (one pair low, one pair mid)....inexpensive, durable, comfy and plenty of grip on varied surfaces. R, +1 My vote also goes to Corner Blitz Mid ... man, so many choices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo Hepworth Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I have a pair of the Landsharks and they are to narrow to be comfortable to me ,I just recently bought a pair of The North Face Prophecy II super comfortable and breathable good traction as well yep....+1,..plus they are water proof/resistant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 16, 2009 Author Share Posted October 16, 2009 I have a pair of the Landsharks and they are to narrow to be comfortable to me ,I just recently bought a pair of The North Face Prophecy II super comfortable and breathable good traction as well yep....+1,..plus they are water proof/resistant. keep the suggestions coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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