I get that. At 43 I want to start playing again. Broke a toe about 7 years ago and just stopped. Can't seem to find the full tongue version at cost process though
It’s just awesome that adidas more or less is returning to a classic design inspired by the older preds but also even more awesome is that many of their current boots all have the U-throat standalone tongue back. Nothing against one piece uppers but the feel of these classic standalone tongue design boots is something else. As someone who have enjoyed the mid/late 2000 classic preds like the absolute and powerswerve as well as some of the early modern day preds like LZ2 and Instinct. This is definitely a good blend between the classic Preds and the modern ones.
Just a thought, the design of this new Predator would totally lend itself to a leather upper variation Seems like it would be easier to do compared to all the other preds since the “return” of the Predator
@@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw they had a few 18/19s and the edge where they chopped the toe off and switched it for leather (meh), but I feel like with these they could legitimately do a full leather upper with the way it’s constructed
How is the dampening on the ball? I picked up a pair of Tiempo 9 Elites and I don't think I could ever go back to something without the awesome dampening that I get from the Tiempos. I realize these aren't leather, but the previous Predator Accuracy was a tank.
In recent years i personally moved away from Adidas because in my opinion they lost their way in many aspects. But when these came out a week ago i cant wait to try them & they finally came in the mail couple day ago. Try them on & had a 3 hours friendly match with my buddies & Ohh boy What a Fantastic pair. Love the Upper so much, it's slim, light, grippy & i felt dancing freely on the pitch with full ball control at all time. The Touch on the ball is second to None, it is just a Perfect Balance between old school leather & super thin synthetic, it fits right between Nicely. Striking element does help u curve the ball slightly easier depends on ur own techniques. Studs are solid & right amount of aggression. But the Best of All is the Fit, it wraps my feet snugly, not too loose & too tight just Perfect. The heel area is Surprisingly Great, i can move my foot freely without wobbly feeling at the heel. My pair is foldover tongue & i Absolutely Love it, i frequently shoot the ball with the top part & the shots are so Clean. I guest my previous boots will be collecting dust for quite sometimes.
How do these studs grip on natural grass compared to something like Morelia Neo, Alpha and/or Tiempo? Seems to be less studs overall especially at the front. Need them bites.
Cool, cool, but the last version was already great. Are they ever going to fix the AG sole plate or do we just have to give up on the 3 stripe forever?
Hey Jamboree, are you going to review the Under Armour Shadow Pro cleats? Several colorways have come and gone. Several people have said they are like the OG Hypervenoms, which I doubt. Maybe you could compare them.
Hey @Soccerreviewsforyou do you plan to do a indoor version review for these (specifically the Predator Elite IN Indoor)? If not, would you please consider doing one? All of the indoor ballers are curious what the indoor versions are like (and if the take down version is good also). Love your videos and thanks!
I'd be curious to hear people's experiences with breaking these in. I've played with them on 3 occasions now, about 2 hours each. They fit my wide foot well enough, but they don't really quite feel molded to my foot yet. For lack of a better word they feel a bit stiff/chunky for me. I got the FT version. I'd be curious to hear others' experiences
I have the accuracy and I have to say, I heard these are are almost 1cm narrower on the forefoot. Personally I'd struggle with anything narrower than the accuracy unless it was k-leather and would break in a lot
Traction is great. It's pretty much the same stud pattern adidas has had on almost all of their boots since 2010, so if you've worn an adidas boot in the last 14 years, you know what to expect.
As excited as I am for this range of predator, the lack of integrity from adidas in terms of their pricing really irks me. Here in Australia the pricing for this model is as follows: Tongue version: $460 AUD Laceless version: $350 AUD Laced version: $340 AUD Now, Adidas have pushed the laceless models for years, always at the premium price point, the predator accuracy + model retailer for $440 while the .1 model is $320 How does a top end laceless model drop nearly $100? The tongue version being $140 more than the previous model just because of the tongue? And the standard laceless makes more sense increasing by $20. And like you said, the tongue version’s only difference to the laces model is the tongue, but is a premium of $120. It really rubs me the long way, I’m so happy that the tongue is back but the fact they throw this crazy price tag at us, knowing we’ll probably just pay it to have them pisses me off.
I live in NZ and same situation here. The tongue version is at the same price point as the X Crazyfast+ at $500 with the other two at 390 and 370. Laced .1 boots used to be around 320
Lightest Predator? Not sure this counts, but Predator 18.1 Women variation was lightest Preds that you've recorded (7 ounces / 199 grams)... but keep in mind, you were wearing size 9 back then.
These look alot like that predator xp a rugby variation of the predators and the colour way is the exact same as the adizero RS7 of 2021/22 . I know josh has reveiwed a few rugby boots here and there , would be interesting to see how the latest models compare to each other
I much prefer the 2+ over the 2.1, but it is very much a choice that needs to be about personal preference. I talk a lot about the differences between them in my review of the 2.1 if you're looking for more detailed info 👍
I am sure I am in the minority. But these are called Elite not 30. The 30 part i believe is just for the anniversary edition released first but not the name of the boot.
@@Soccerreviewsforyou im still using venom elites, planning on getting new boots and want something similar, should i go with the new predators or get the predator accuracy .1s,
I’m confused on the new predators it has the number 30 indicating that it is the predator 30 and a lot of content creators call it the 30 but on the adidas website they call it the predator 24 I don’t see a single difference I think it’s a branding issue
It’s been 30 years since the original Predator released. Initially when it launched, adidas was calling it the Predator 30, but have since changed the name and now call it Predator 24. All the same boots though 👍
Hold up...if these hark back to the days of the old preds how is it still similar to the accuracy which a far cry from the traditional features of the the first iteration of preds???
The shaping and style of rubber elements make a huge difference! Similar materials used compared to the Accuracy, but overall a very different experience
Those are limited teaser editions (these and the Preds 30 worn by Bellingham), I think, they will introduce turfs with 1st official pack (similar to crazyfasts and pure.1s in the past). I'm actually really curious, which version will they use for Turfs.1 - LL, laces or tongue. 1st pack is suppose to have the classic black-red-white look. That would be great for turfs.1.
so damn good to see at least one brand going back to an original tongue. The stupid sock-like one piece upper have literally zero benefits. Less comfortable, less lockdown, less adaptability ...
Huge miss that they were just another synthetic boot. Why even bring the tongue back if it is in a stiff material? The brands are just saving money with cheap materials and charging even more for a worse product, and people actually buy it..... crazy...
Im just gonna put this out there...not a fan of the design. It looks lazy and lackluster. it looks exactly like the previous version but just with some rubber fins =/
Im getting so old that I dont play football anymore, but when I see these old scool inspired Predators I just watch and press like.
I get that. At 43 I want to start playing again. Broke a toe about 7 years ago and just stopped. Can't seem to find the full tongue version at cost process though
Have you considered walking football?
@@PyroDay991 I assume you may play walkong football with a walking stick?
It’s just awesome that adidas more or less is returning to a classic design inspired by the older preds but also even more awesome is that many of their current boots all have the U-throat standalone tongue back. Nothing against one piece uppers but the feel of these classic standalone tongue design boots is something else. As someone who have enjoyed the mid/late 2000 classic preds like the absolute and powerswerve as well as some of the early modern day preds like LZ2 and Instinct. This is definitely a good blend between the classic Preds and the modern ones.
Adidas is finishing strong this year with this new predator and copa 2+
The Adipower SL come to mind as the lightest but honestly they were just f50 Adizeros with even more off center lacing
Yes
Just a thought, the design of this new Predator would totally lend itself to a leather upper variation
Seems like it would be easier to do compared to all the other preds since the “return” of the Predator
They are trying to go away from leather because of all the controversy
@@truescorerNot only that….its continually decreasing the places you can buy leather boots due to legal restrictions
exactly, huge miss that it is synthetic
@@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw they had a few 18/19s and the edge where they chopped the toe off and switched it for leather (meh), but I feel like with these they could legitimately do a full leather upper with the way it’s constructed
Finally, Adidas coming back to sinthetic uppers
That sarcasm 😂
what do you mean? Almost all they have been doing since 2010
I can't tell if this is sarcasm
How is the dampening on the ball? I picked up a pair of Tiempo 9 Elites and I don't think I could ever go back to something without the awesome dampening that I get from the Tiempos. I realize these aren't leather, but the previous Predator Accuracy was a tank.
I’m waiting for a better colorway
There will be black colorway
In recent years i personally moved away from Adidas because in my opinion they lost their way in many aspects. But when these came out a week ago i cant wait to try them & they finally came in the mail couple day ago.
Try them on & had a 3 hours friendly match with my buddies & Ohh boy What a Fantastic pair. Love the Upper so much, it's slim, light, grippy & i felt dancing freely on the pitch with full ball control at all time. The Touch on the ball is second to None, it is just a Perfect Balance between old school leather & super thin synthetic, it fits right between Nicely.
Striking element does help u curve the ball slightly easier depends on ur own techniques. Studs are solid & right amount of aggression.
But the Best of All is the Fit, it wraps my feet snugly, not too loose & too tight just Perfect. The heel area is Surprisingly Great, i can move my foot freely without wobbly feeling at the heel.
My pair is foldover tongue & i Absolutely Love it, i frequently shoot the ball with the top part & the shots are so Clean.
I guest my previous boots will be collecting dust for quite sometimes.
How do these studs grip on natural grass compared to something like Morelia Neo, Alpha and/or Tiempo? Seems to be less studs overall especially at the front. Need them bites.
very excited to try these
Cool, cool, but the last version was already great. Are they ever going to fix the AG sole plate or do we just have to give up on the 3 stripe forever?
Lmao exactly, I live in the UAE and as far as I know almost nobody here plays on grass pitches.
What’s wrong with it?
@@Macca3 They are almost the same as normal FG, too bladed, which can result in contusion
They have two AG variations available for the Predator. Personally, I would take the 2G/3G AG version.
These give me instinct/LZ2 SL hybrid vibes
Hi Josh, have you tried the indoor version of these? Thoughts?
Hey Jamboree, are you going to review the Under Armour Shadow Pro cleats? Several colorways have come and gone. Several people have said they are like the OG Hypervenoms, which I doubt. Maybe you could compare them.
Do play tests again especially w these Josh pls
No tongue, no party
Believe the Hype, it’s Real 🔥 love to hear that, cause I’m so hype right now 😂
Do you think we’ll see some takedown models with the fold over tongue?
Are they higher in your rank of best adidas top-end cleats than Copas 2+?
Depending on personal preference you’ll prefer one over the other, but both are phenomenal!
Hey @Soccerreviewsforyou do you plan to do a indoor version review for these (specifically the Predator Elite IN Indoor)? If not, would you please consider doing one? All of the indoor ballers are curious what the indoor versions are like (and if the take down version is good also). Love your videos and thanks!
There used to be adiPower Predator SL which comes in below 200g!
Hey Josh, how similar are the Elite TFs? They're a lot cheaper
I'd be curious to hear people's experiences with breaking these in. I've played with them on 3 occasions now, about 2 hours each. They fit my wide foot well enough, but they don't really quite feel molded to my foot yet. For lack of a better word they feel a bit stiff/chunky for me. I got the FT version. I'd be curious to hear others' experiences
Thank god that Paul pogba bullsh*t of sock boots is gone
The Mutator 20.1 was a little too tight. The Accuracy.1 was a little too wide. Is the Predator 30 somewhere in between?
I think it's fair to say that
Do a Review of the new Euro Ball
Hey , should i get a laceless predator elite or laced
I have the accuracy and I have to say, I heard these are are almost 1cm narrower on the forefoot. Personally I'd struggle with anything narrower than the accuracy unless it was k-leather and would break in a lot
what is going on with adidas, not including string bags anymore?? I just don't get it, especially with those new preds...
Please the video to Rank all the predators from 2018 to today
I think that the 2011 adipower was a the last true pred
agreed
I still own a pair of adipower, still the best boot !😮
How do these studs grip on natural grass compared to something like Morelia Neo and Alpha? Seems to be less studs overall especially at the front.
Traction is great. It's pretty much the same stud pattern adidas has had on almost all of their boots since 2010, so if you've worn an adidas boot in the last 14 years, you know what to expect.
@@Soccerreviewsforyou none other than Copa Mundials as far as Adidas goes, but if it's a bit more aggressive than Tiempo 10 FGs, that should do it.
it seems like this guy is really obsessed with the f50 adizero
As excited as I am for this range of predator, the lack of integrity from adidas in terms of their pricing really irks me.
Here in Australia the pricing for this model is as follows:
Tongue version: $460 AUD
Laceless version: $350 AUD
Laced version: $340 AUD
Now, Adidas have pushed the laceless models for years, always at the premium price point, the predator accuracy + model retailer for $440 while the .1 model is $320
How does a top end laceless model drop nearly $100? The tongue version being $140 more than the previous model just because of the tongue? And the standard laceless makes more sense increasing by $20.
And like you said, the tongue version’s only difference to the laces model is the tongue, but is a premium of $120.
It really rubs me the long way, I’m so happy that the tongue is back but the fact they throw this crazy price tag at us, knowing we’ll probably just pay it to have them pisses me off.
I live in NZ and same situation here. The tongue version is at the same price point as the X Crazyfast+ at $500 with the other two at 390 and 370. Laced .1 boots used to be around 320
Lightest Predator? Not sure this counts, but Predator 18.1 Women variation was lightest Preds that you've recorded (7 ounces / 199 grams)... but keep in mind, you were wearing size 9 back then.
These look alot like that predator xp a rugby variation of the predators and the colour way is the exact same as the adizero RS7 of 2021/22 . I know josh has reveiwed a few rugby boots here and there , would be interesting to see how the latest models compare to each other
Can you please make a video on the Asics Menace 4 'Island Blue' football/soccer boots
Does it come with a string bag?
Hey Josh, how is the Achilles support?
Josh is it worth paying the extra 75 dollars to get copa 2 plus over the copa pure .1?
I much prefer the 2+ over the 2.1, but it is very much a choice that needs to be about personal preference. I talk a lot about the differences between them in my review of the 2.1 if you're looking for more detailed info 👍
@@Soccerreviewsforyou sorry i meant the copa pure 1.1 like the first gen of copa pures not copa pure 2.1
I am sure I am in the minority. But these are called Elite not 30. The 30 part i believe is just for the anniversary edition released first but not the name of the boot.
Any update on the Toni kroos boots?
Wonder how the grip feels compared to the strike zone of the phantom venom
Way more grip than the Venoms had!
@@Soccerreviewsforyou im still using venom elites, planning on getting new boots and want something similar, should i go with the new predators or get the predator accuracy .1s,
Weight?
How narrow are these preds compared to mercurials?
pretty nice, good job by adidas with the Predator again
Predator LZ SL should be the lightest predator
The studs look very similar to the ag soleplate that adidas offers on the copa
I’m confused on the new predators it has the number 30 indicating that it is the predator 30 and a lot of content creators call it the 30 but on the adidas website they call it the predator 24 I don’t see a single difference I think it’s a branding issue
It’s been 30 years since the original Predator released. Initially when it launched, adidas was calling it the Predator 30, but have since changed the name and now call it Predator 24. All the same boots though 👍
@@Soccerreviewsforyou Thank you so much!
really cant tell if these are orange or red as i see either depending on the platform its posted on.
Very orange in person
Should I get true to size
Yes 👍
Sucks that these aren’t wide anymore
I sized up .5. It’s so fkn tight if you get your regular size. Idek why they made it so tight and compression
Are they red or orange?
Cause I pre ordered the ones with the tongue and it shows red in the pictures and they look orange in the video
Very orange in person!
Wish the rubber elements are in black,
Predator SL must me the lightest preds
Does IT come with a Bootbag
Mine did
They look so cool on feet, they seem like adizeros with striking element lol
Will they make.3 as most of us couldn't afford the .1
Why tf did they taper the toe box!?! it was perfect last model
Is it more grippy then pred accuratecy?
It's a little more grippy where the rubber elements are, and a little less grippy everywhere else.
Hold up...if these hark back to the days of the old preds how is it still similar to the accuracy which a far cry from the traditional features of the the first iteration of preds???
The shaping and style of rubber elements make a huge difference! Similar materials used compared to the Accuracy, but overall a very different experience
What’s the point of buying these without the gold over tongue?? That would be an L!
They didn’t put that gripy thing for Quaresma
When do the takedown models come out
If this was leather I would've actually paid the full amount. Since its not ill be buying the takedown models
Love ur vids
Pls send me a pair in size 4😂😂
Cannot afford it
What’s going on? No turfs from adidas anymore?
Those are limited teaser editions (these and the Preds 30 worn by Bellingham), I think, they will introduce turfs with 1st official pack (similar to crazyfasts and pure.1s in the past). I'm actually really curious, which version will they use for Turfs.1 - LL, laces or tongue. 1st pack is suppose to have the classic black-red-white look. That would be great for turfs.1.
you have to go back and weigh them all!
wooop! vintage-grip preds are back, awww yeeee
I bet the adipower SL is lighter
so damn good to see at least one brand going back to an original tongue. The stupid sock-like one piece upper have literally zero benefits. Less comfortable, less lockdown, less adaptability ...
Still 2023
wow
Over $200 and not even kangaroo leather lol
Some people have wide feet 😭
Huge miss that they were just another synthetic boot. Why even bring the tongue back if it is in a stiff material?
The brands are just saving money with cheap materials and charging even more for a worse product, and people actually buy it..... crazy...
Im just gonna put this out there...not a fan of the design. It looks lazy and lackluster. it looks exactly like the previous version but just with some rubber fins =/
Looks kinda cheap :/
The worst boot ever made…..
The heel is a blister factury.
Awful heel system. Awful
Why can’t we get just one colorway with fusionskin…
because Adi wants to save money