Men's Soccer Cleats Buying Guide
The right men's soccer cleats for you depend on how and where you play.
Soccer Cleat Ankle Height
Low Soccer Cleats offer less protection than mid-profile cleats, but offer a higher range of motion and more flexibility.
Mid-Profile Soccer Cleats have added protection in the ankle area, which can help reduce the chances of a sprain but they can limit flexibility. Pro Tip: This type of cleat can offer extra protection for defensive players.
Types of Men's Soccer Cleats
Firm Ground Soccer Cleats are designed for play on grass fields and provide extra traction on firm, dry playing surfaces.
Turf & Artificial Grass Soccer Cleats are designed for use on artificial ground or turf and usually have highly-concentrated conical studs.
Indoor Soccer Shoes typically have outsoles without cleats and are designed to provide traction on indoor, glossy soccer courts.
Soft Ground Soccer Cleats are designed to provide traction on muddy or soft fields and tend to have longer studs.
Hard Ground & Multiground Soccer Cleats are a low profile shoe with conical studs that are designed to perform on hard surfaces or patchy fields.
Detachable vs. Molded Soccer Cleats
Molded cleats are permanently attached to the shoe while detachable cleats are replaceable and may offer more versatility. Molded soccer cleats are a popular option for beginners, while some experienced players prefer detachable cleats.
Men's Soccer Cleat Components
Uppers are the soft, top portion of the cleat. Soccer cleat uppers should be lightweight and provide a great feel for the ball.
The Outsole is the bottom of the cleat which provides protection, structure and traction.
The Midsole is the inner portion of the cleat which offers shock absorption and cushioning.
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