the best soccer shoe: they make great cleatmarks on people
Written: May 18 '00
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Pros: comfy, long lasting, good for ball control, it's adidas
Cons: leather can crack if you don't take care of them
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| stract's Full Review: Adidas Copa Mundial Soccer Shoes |
The shoe itself
Copas are the best soccer shoes around. Besides being made by adidas, which is the best maker of soccer equipment, Copas last a long time. Every single pair I have owned has lasted about a year, if not more. The shoes are comfortable, reliable, and if you take good care of them, they will last you a long time. Copas are the way to go if you want reliable cleats.
The leather is very pliable, kangaroo leather I think adidas claims, and there are multiple layers. Which means if your shoes start to wear down on the toe and on the ball of your foot, it's not the end of the world, there's still more leather there to protect your foot. The leather is also sewn to the sole, not just glued, which means the shoe will not fall apart very easily.
Because the leather is pliable and the sole is not rigid, that adds more control on the ball and less wear and tear on your foot. Make sure you wear 2 pair of socks, one small cotton pair under the shinguards and one pair over, because in the long run it'll keep your feet from getting blisters, from overheating, and it'll keep your shoes from smelling as bad. This is a good tip for any sports shoe, not just soccer shoes.
If you want the look and feel of the Copa, but don't have the $$, the Beckenbauer Liga is the preferred substitute. The leather is not as pliable, they don't last as long, and the shape is a little more generic, but they still get the job done well.
How to improve longevity in your cleats
And another tip for those who want to make their cleats last the longest: put some mink oil on your shoes every once in a while; it makes the leather more waterproof and therefore keeps it from drying out and cracking if you frequently get your shoes wet. If you get mud all over your shoes, wash them off with a hose, then stuff them with newspaper so they'll be dry by morning. Then in the morning put some mink oil on them. Any soccer store will carry mink oil.
If you don't take care of them, the leather will crack and dry, and the shoe's lifespan will be greatly reduced.
To address the subject of long laces....The simple solution, and one that every other serious soccer player I know does, is to just wrap them around the shoe once and then tie them. Or, go to the store and buy shorter laces.
Who this shoe is for
Dantetownes really has no clue when it come to this shoe. I ask, why would ANYONE be wearing this soccer shoe to play rec soccer before the age of 10? The Copa is not meant for little kids running around in big clumps. Parents should not spend $90 on a pair of cleats for their 7 year old. At that age and that skill level, max spending should be $30-$40.
The Copa is designed for the serious soccer player. It doesn't have the frills of some of the newer types like the Predator, but if you are skilled enough, all those extra frills (and the higher price tag that comes with them) are a waste of money. And if you are one of those people who try to play soccer, but no matter how much you try you just can't get the hang of it, the frills will not help you there either. If you're dead set on a quality soccer shoe, save the money and go with the Copas.
Conclusion
I've been playing soccer since I was 6. I've been playing Div. 1 soccer since I was 10. I got recruited to play soccer in college, which I did my freshman year. I've been a soccer ref since I was 12. And this is the best soccer shoe I have ever played or refereed in.
Just always remember Copas are the best. They're comfortable, last long, fit well on the feet, are well worth the price, and allow for great handling of the ball.
Recommended:
Yes
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