Retro Boot-Off | Lotto Futura 100 vs Adidas Adizero Synthetic 1.5

Retro Boot-Off | Lotto Futura 100 vs adidas adizero Synthetic 1.5

I am doing this review due to the fact that when I was playing the other day I took three pairs of boots; the Lotto Futura, the adidas adizero and also the Warrior Skreamer. I started off playing in the Skreamer before moving into the Futuras and then into the adizero. After switching the Futura for the adizero I realised that the two boots feel roughly the same and thought I'd compare them deeper. 

The first thing to talk about is the uppers, where both are made of a thin synthetic. The adizero synthetic is thinner due to the construction but that doesn't mean that the synthetic on the Futura isn't good. For me, its a thicker, 'spongier' version of the sprintskin found on the adizero which I found in some situations to be better. I feel that it offers a slightly better touch on the ball when bringing the ball down or kicking he ball hard as the 'sponginess' of the upper feels nicer and more forgiving when making these types of touches on the ball. When shooting the ball, the upper also feels better as it doesn't start to hurt your foot after a while like I found the adizero to do a few times. One thing to note is that just because the upper is thicker than the adizeros, does't mean that it feels cheap like some take-down boots. It's a high quality upper but slightly thicker than average.  You can see below a cheaper boot (Adidas Predito) and how the upper has many layers as opposed to thicker. 

The adizeros upper however does also have its benefits. The thinness of the upper makes it a good boot for those who like to be able to feel the ball at their feet, and this upper is perfect for that. I also like how the adizero upper makes it feel as if you're not wearing boots at some points, especially when running. 

The  stud pattern and heel counter is next and this is where the two boots are different but give the same feel. The adizero has six studs in the forefoot with one support stud and then four in the heel and this makes for a good stud pattern on almost all types of pitches. It is designed especially for FG but I found this stud pattern also worked well on softer pitches as well. The heel counter is built onto the soleplate in a one piece design, similar to Futura. It offers a good level of lock down and also works well a keeping your heel from harm.

The Futura stud pattern is more of a classic one with six studs in the forefoot with a support stud and also the 'Twist n' Go' stud in the front of the boot. It also includes  four studs in the heel which makes for a modern take on a classic stud pattern which I feel performs well. I wouldn't say that it's as versatile as the adizero stud pattern as you can't wear it on softer ground as well but on FG surfaces it does perform very well. The heel counter on the Futura is also a one piece with the soleplate and offers a similar feel to the adizero but the design is bigger and made from a softer plastic, but will still offer a good amount of protection. 

The adizero has a lacing system that is pushed to the outside but still makes for a tight fit when the laces are pulled tight whereas the Futura has a central lacing system which would be more forgiving on a wider foot and also offers more of a customised fit and feel. Both boots offer a good overall feel with each offering something different; the adizero with a barefoot feel and the Futura with a more comfort orientated feel.

Overall they're both fantastic boots to wear but the performance of the Lotto Futura is what nudges it for me. The overall design with the thicker, rubbery upper makes it good to dribble in and also to control the ball with. I also prefer the overall simplistic design and the colourway of this boot is fantastic but you can't go wrong with either of these boots if you're after an older boot or want to try something different. 

Thanks for Reading, ThatCoultasGuy.

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