Aspero Sports, New German Soccer Boot Company

Aspero Sports, the new German soccer company?
At the moment, I do not know alot about the company but it is very interesting to see new boots/technology in the world of soccer.

Specs of the boot:
According to the Aspero Sports which is translated from German to English.

The P01 Aspero developed specifically for the surface in the forefoot provides more control and increases the rotation of the ball. The patented coating allows the P01, that is not affected even in poor weather conditions, the space and precision in the ball. In addition, the ETC improved the firing properties. The accelerated rotation of the ball with less effort, each shot to the goalkeeper is difficult to predict.

Ball Control System. (BCS)
Our simple but brilliant idea! Two on the tension elements attached the lead in the parallel course of every ball in the pass and the shot purposefully. The chip compensation of the shoe makes it possible. The ball-control system adjusts the tension convex shape of each foot, providing for every ball an enlarged contact area. Uncontrolled pass or shot, for example at full tension is reduced to a minimum. In addition, foreign and instep to improve shooting techniques by the cornering of the elements. A larger contact area makes it possible.

In the end, this boot reminds me of the other new boot from Concave Sports (below). Rather then go with flashy colors or put out a speed boot; these companies are trying to change the game of soccer and make players better. Makes you wonder if this idea takes off, will adidas buy this smaller company like Nike did with Umbro to gain market share?



What do you think about the boots/idea?

It’s ‘Tiempo’ Time

Nike Soccer in 1992 was irrelevant. Shown below is a early model of the Tiempo Pro M


Prior to the 1994 World Cup, Nike’s soccer footwear collection was not something to brag about. In fact the line of shoes they produced before that was irrelevant in the eyes of football fans. However, in 1994 that changed when Nike got together as a collective group and redesigned what they thought was their best boot to date; which was the Tiempo Premier.

Rather than make the same mistake twice, Nike moved its footwear factory from Italy to Thailand, and kept a close watch on each pair of boots made. In the end, Nike was able to revamp the boot that would easily be their best soccer shoe to date.
Thoughts on the boot from Dave Daly the general manager of Nike Soccer at the time; “I felt at least from a quality perspective, the Tiempo Premier was the first one where we actually made a shoe the athletes around the world actually wanted to wear,” said Daly. “They didn’t wear it because they thought Nike was cool or because we paid them. They actually wore it because they liked it.”



The result, the Tiempo Premier was the boot worn in the 1994 World Cup Final by 10 Brazilians (9 on the pitch and a young Ronaldo who did not see action) and Italy’s Pablo Maldini on July 17th 1994. On that day, Nike had the world’s best forward Romario going head to head with the great Maldini.





Fast forward, since 1994 the Tiempo series has evolved with the game of soccer. In this day in age players need every advantage they can get on the pitch, and like the game of soccer Nike has evolved to help its athletes along the way.


In the end,here is a sample of the next Tiempo and where Nike is taking the boot. Boot includes an upper with fly wire and a carbon fiber outsole to decrease the overall weight of the boot.




What do you think about the boot? Should Nike keep this shoe classic or update it to the modern game of football where speed kills.

Best footy deal on Black Friday?

Umbro Stealth PRO for only $50
Normally priced at $119.99, the Umbro Stealth Pro is currently priced at $49.99.
check out soccer.com for this deal and others.

Gareth Bale testing adizero/Prime

Bale testing some boots from adidas... Not sure what they are called. Have heard adizero II and adizero Prime. Will the Prime be the elite version of the f50 series?

Nike Tiempo III Spring 2011 color ways

Specs: Nike Tiempo Legend Elite FG
•UPPER: Synthetic KangaLite leather upper is lightweight and durable.
•INSOLE: High-performance molded sockliner with Poron cushioning and a contoured heel.
•OUTSOLE: Carbon fiber outsole. Carbon reinforced chassis engineered for exceptional energy return and strength.
•Weight: 8.2 oz.

Two new color ways that is going to be released after the New Year for the Nike Tiempo Legend Elite FG

In addition, later this month I will do the history and heritage of the Nike Tiempo series from 1994 up to now and maybe show a glimpse of where Nike is thinking about taking the boot.



Let me know what you think?

NEW Adidas Adipure IV

Sneak peak of the Adidas Adipure IV. It will be one of the best classic k-leather boots on the market in 2011.

Footy Guru- Review of the adiPURE III: "At the moment, the adiPURE III is the best boot on the market. Based on style, performance, durability, and value no other shoe comes close. Over the past couple months, I have had the opportunity to test the adiPURE in games and practices and it has been excellent since the first time I put it on. With full grain Kangaroo leather the upper is extremely soft and provides an excellent touch/feel on the ball. Adidas has also redesigned the tongue, and moved away from the wrap around tongue to the more traditional movable tongue. The adiPure III like the second version features asymmetrical lacing which results in a cleaner/larger striking area. In the end, if you want a classic boot, that offers extreme durability and the best performance at realistic price, the adiPURE is the shoe for you".

What do you think about the style, looks, and value of the NEW Adidas Adipure IV?

Boot Spy: NIKE Super Fly II at 2010 MLS CUP

A behind the scenes look/picture before the 2010 MLS CUP in Toronto. My good buddy Ross Schunk, who is a part of the Colorado Rapids who won the Cup, sent me this picture of the boots he wore for the final. His boot of choice is the new Nike pink/red Super Fly II pictured above...





Interview about 2010 MLS Cup and what he looks for in a soccer boot will take place later this month.