TwoShot Posted October 16, 2009 Share Posted October 16, 2009 I have a wide foot so most of the shoes mentioned here won't work for me. I tried New Balance MF825's. I was able to get them in 4E's. They do not have as aggressive cleat as some of the shoes I looked at but I found them to work well on a variety of surfaces from grass to gravel. At the 09 Illinois Sectional we went from grass to mud to wood surfaces, I had no trouble with footing, understand that I don't move as fast as some of you speed demons. I paid around $80, that's higher than many but I've not had good luck with cheap shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalmas Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 I use these, http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?...st&p=759556 My landsharks lasted a season, and are spongy in wet condintions. I'm on my 5th season with the Jalas and they are still going strong. Best shoes ever for this sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 'Nother vote for the ADIDAS TURF HOGS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 17, 2009 Author Share Posted October 17, 2009 'Nother vote for the ADIDAS TURF HOGS I really like those Adidas Turf Hogs. I just want to try them on in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 17, 2009 Author Share Posted October 17, 2009 'Nother vote for the ADIDAS TURF HOGS I really like those Adidas Turf Hogs. I just want to try them on in person. Nemo, Are the Turf Hogs good for shooting in dirt. That is what I usually shoot on. Also, is Fransisco going to the AMU Camp this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogiebb Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 (edited) Nike Land Sharks low(a bit narrow)..you can find them in ebay from $19-$40 plus shipping Adidas Corner Blitz(wide) got them from the factory outlet for $29.95 Edited October 17, 2009 by ogiebb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Burtchell Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 I've been using Nike Land Sharks, but my feet absolutely kill me during and after the match. I'm going to try something else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badchad Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 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. FWIW I found some wide Land Sharks on ebay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Knight Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 I also have a set of Corner Blitz and like them very much! I want to get a set of the UnderArmor Lacrosse cleats in a mid. I feel the mid is best. more ankle support but you can still move to low possitions without them getting stiff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmaass Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 Adidas GSG-9. No overly-aggressive cleats, and work great on any type of surface you might encounter (gravel, grass, dirt, cement, wood, carpet, etc.) in shooting matches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninefan Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 The Adidas Corner Blitz worked well for me in the mud at Area4. I wore them with a pair of SealSkinz waterproof socks the first day. I didn't end up needing the waterproof socks that day, but I think it will prove to be a pretty sweet setup in the rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 17, 2009 Author Share Posted October 17, 2009 The Adidas Corner Blitz worked well for me in the mud at Area4. I wore them with a pair of SealSkinz waterproof socks the first day. I didn't end up needing the waterproof socks that day, but I think it will prove to be a pretty sweet setup in the rain. any more choices for cleats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myproverb Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 My vote goes to Adidas Men's Turf Hog LE Mid Baseball Cleat. I think the down-side of finding the right shoes is, you don't really get to find out whether you have made the right decision in selecting a good pair until after you've used it; and it's already too late to return it. So, just like what Jim Norman said, take 20-30 minutes to try it in the store (you can also go technical on it by figuring-out your arch-type first). --Noel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveU Posted October 17, 2009 Share Posted October 17, 2009 My vote goes to Adidas Men's Turf Hog LE Mid Baseball Cleat. I think the down-side of finding the right shoes is, you don't really get to find out whether you have made the right decision in selecting a good pair until after you've used it; and it's already too late to return it. So, just like what Jim Norman said, take 20-30 minutes to try it in the store (you can also go technical on it by figuring-out your arch-type first). --Noel Excellent idea. In fact, I dare you to bring your whole rig into the store with a timer and set up some full size dryfire stages.... it's the only way to be sure. :roflol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 17, 2009 Author Share Posted October 17, 2009 My vote goes to Adidas Men's Turf Hog LE Mid Baseball Cleat. I think the down-side of finding the right shoes is, you don't really get to find out whether you have made the right decision in selecting a good pair until after you've used it; and it's already too late to return it. So, just like what Jim Norman said, take 20-30 minutes to try it in the store (you can also go technical on it by figuring-out your arch-type first). --Noel Excellent idea. In fact, I dare you to bring your whole rig into the store with a timer and set up some full size dryfire stages.... it's the only way to be sure. :roflol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Txkid Posted October 18, 2009 Share Posted October 18, 2009 I Guess I am too cheep, I pickup Adidas Diamond King for $19.95 at the Adidas outlet store, they work great for me. Thomas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS101 Posted October 18, 2009 Share Posted October 18, 2009 I use the Nike LT 2.1 Shark Football Cleats. I've been happy so far. The cleats are fairly soft and have decent traction on wood / bridges / etc... However, in mud, gravel, loose dirt or grass they are excellent. When I was shopping I had the clerk bring out several brands and I did a "skid" test on the tile floor at Dicks. The sales guy looked at me like I was crazy. He asked "what are you using them for?" When I answered "competitive shooting" he looked a little nervous, as if my craziness was confirmed, and he walked away... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 22, 2009 Author Share Posted October 22, 2009 I use the Nike LT 2.1 Shark Football Cleats. I've been happy so far. The cleats are fairly soft and have decent traction on wood / bridges / etc... However, in mud, gravel, loose dirt or grass they are excellent.When I was shopping I had the clerk bring out several brands and I did a "skid" test on the tile floor at Dicks. The sales guy looked at me like I was crazy. He asked "what are you using them for?" When I answered "competitive shooting" he looked a little nervous, as if my craziness was confirmed, and he walked away... any more options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JakeMartens Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 I gave up on cleats all together and went with these http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/productdetai...ELAID=254621861 the Adidas Terrex Low trail shoe it is waterproof, has very good support, and excellent traction on all surfaces. I wore these all over this year from Area6 to Mississippi Classic, Area5 to Indiana and Illinois Section and the Ohio Section. All kinds of different surfaces, gravel, grass, dirt, mud, water, wood, metal and never once had any issues and had dry feet the whole time!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkatz44 Posted October 24, 2009 Author Share Posted October 24, 2009 I gave up on cleats all together and went with thesehttp://www.shoes.com/Shopping/productdetai...ELAID=254621861 the Adidas Terrex Low trail shoe it is waterproof, has very good support, and excellent traction on all surfaces. I wore these all over this year from Area6 to Mississippi Classic, Area5 to Indiana and Illinois Section and the Ohio Section. All kinds of different surfaces, gravel, grass, dirt, mud, water, wood, metal and never once had any issues and had dry feet the whole time!! man, all of these choices got me more confused than when I started Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 I only have used cleats when it was muddy or soft. Out here in the West, that does not happen much or at least not for me. I usually shoot in a shoe from Merrel called a Moab Ventilator. Basically it is a low cut hiking shoe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jadeslade Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 I gave up on cleats all together and went with thesehttp://www.shoes.com/Shopping/productdetai...ELAID=254621861 the Adidas Terrex Low trail shoe it is waterproof, has very good support, and excellent traction on all surfaces. I wore these all over this year from Area6 to Mississippi Classic, Area5 to Indiana and Illinois Section and the Ohio Section. All kinds of different surfaces, gravel, grass, dirt, mud, water, wood, metal and never once had any issues and had dry feet the whole time!! man, all of these choices got me more confused than when I started I have used Land Sharks-they got wet and ruined at Area 8 'cause I couldn't dry them out -had to drive home 12hrs. They just disintegrated. However, they are not expensive and are good for traction. I would buy them again. I am using Underarmour Hammer II's now, low cut and great traction. A little more money. I also have a pair of Merrells Cruiser Trail Running shoes as an option. If it's really nasty, I can use my Danner Mountain II's-my hiking boots for the next twenty-five years. Check out Eastbay, they have everything. They have a catalog which I would get, because they run sales and specials and there is stuff in the catalog that is not on the net. Danners you get from Danners. It's good to have a couple of pairs of shoes just in case. I love the old pictures of Ray Chapman using plain vanilla Adidas, which might not be a bad option now. Don't sweat it too much, you'll get your own preferences soon. If you shoot a lot, expect to get at least one new pair of shoes a year, if not more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lneel Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 I wear New Balance 825's after having Land Sharks and Addias.....just more comfortable to me. Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calishootr Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 even before my wide feet got completely out of hand, there is basically nothing outthere, saveforthe new balance, but up until the last yr or so(dr's orders) I was shooting out of a pair of Teva terra-fi's??? sandals yr round spring/summer/fall....was really a blessing atthe delugethat was the 01' nats, people thought i was nuts shooting in em, till i was sloshing thru the water and mud with aplomb..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt P. Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 I recently switched to the Timberland Inferno. I have to say that the bottom is not firm like cleats so it makes moving and shooting easier and they grip very well on ALL surfaces. \\http://www.timberland.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3704384&cp=1779791.1761081.3720047&camp=MS:TMA:Link:NA:TBL&parentPage=family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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