Soccer cleats take your ball farther
When it comes to playing soccer, there are a number of things that can affect how well you control the ball. One is the ball itself, as famously seen in the recent World Cup controversy. Another is the type of soccer cleats you use. If you have the wrong ones for your foot, you won’t be as comfortable, and your control will suffer for it.In America, “cleats” can refer to either the entire shoe-and-stud package, or to the studs themselves. It’s important to decide which route you want to go before heading out to the shoe store. If you want molded soccer cleats, you will have a couple of limitations to make up for the ease of shopping. While the cleats might be more secure than if you attach them yourself, you will probably be limited to plastic or rubber studs, and you will have to think about which type of field you play most often (since you won’t be able to switch them out). There are three major divisions: hard, firm, and soft ground. (more…)