When shopping for football boots, most people look to shoe uppers for breathability, comfort, and stability. But the sole of the soccer cleats must also be taken into account, since they determine the type of experience you have, especially when you move and run on the different playing surfaces. You need to make sure the sole matches the type of surface or terrain you will be playing on to get the most out of your activity.
The correct sole prevents poor performance on the pitch and also the injuries that occur from using the wrong sole for a given surface. The different soles available are designed to offer maximum traction, stability and comfort even when running at high speed. They also allow you to plant your feet and change direction at extreme angles on any surface. By knowing the only options available, you should be in a position to pick the right one for your game.
interchangeable studs – They are perfect for maximizing grip on soft pitches. The studs are metallic and long so they can sink into mud or soft surfaces, offering more traction when turning and running. The studs allow players to screw or break studs of different sizes to suit the weather conditions or the state of the playing field so that they can achieve better performance even in such situations. The length of the bolts can range from 12mm to 18mm and they have the advantage of being replaceable once they become damaged or worn.
artificial grass soles – These are football boot soles that have sharper and shorter foam that is molded into carbon rubber soles to provide strong grip, especially on synthetic surfaces. These are the most suitable soles for both hard sand pitches and artificial rubber crumb pitches.
molded studs – Molded studded soles are made of rubber and are ideal for harder grass pitches. The studs are much shorter compared to metal studs and this allows them to have a solid grip on dry pitches and they also remain very comfortable underfoot.
indoor soles – Futsal cleats come with soles made of non-marking chewing gum. Gum offers maximum grip on slippery indoor pitches or wooden surfaces. The rubber also ensures that no marks are left on the ground regardless of the speed of play. The fact that the rubber sole heats up during play on wooden floors increases grip. Due to their exceptional stability and grip qualities, the soles are suitable for futsal games and all futsal games.
Obviously, the sole of your football boot can greatly affect your performance. The last thing you want is to end up with a cue that makes it difficult for you to play well on certain surfaces. It is always important that you match the boot to the type of terrain or soccer field for optimal results when playing.
