2008-05-09T17:00:27Z http://blog.avidsoccer.com/atom.aspx Quick Blog tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-05-06:32c48124-a95d-4b97-a1f6-11e21161c308 Coach 2008-05-06T07:26:58Z 2008-05-06T06:00:00Z

The Monaco ($42) is a lightweight microfiber short that makes a good training pant or team kit. They have a mid-length inseam with a dropped back. The style is simple.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-04-30:32489987-00d0-4aa6-b3c1-6a93bb5110b2 Coach 2008-04-29T07:59:33Z 2008-04-30T06:00:00Z

We had a lot of fun with last years shoot-outs, so we added a boot scoot boogie for this year. If the three boots from out comparison are any indication, this year should be even better. We tested the adidas Predator PowerSwerve, Diadora Brasil and Lotto Zhero Gravity.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-04-28:006f9bc4-687a-4df6-8559-de0b7bc7dfbf Coach 2008-04-27T10:21:07Z 2008-04-28T06:00:00Z

Without Question, the Zhero Gravity's ($330) are the Ferrari of soccer boots. They are the blend of Italian design and modern innovation. They are entirely focused on speed, outrageously expensive, and rarely seen in the wild.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-04-25:70a92a32-7d17-409d-9a8b-862f91e48803 Coach 2008-04-27T09:05:29Z 2008-04-25T21:00:00Z

The Brasil Axeler RTX 14 ($135) is a combination of a classically design upper and modern designed platform. This boot takes advantage of many of Diadora's innovations including the stud pattern and Axeler wire.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-04-23:134c27d6-fa43-4a0c-8e6d-88e573c18dbc Coach 2008-04-27T07:27:28Z 2008-04-23T07:25:00Z

Academy Training Sessions ($25) should really be titled "Drills to make a good soccer team better." Part of the World Class Coaching series, the book contains over 120 drills, a glossary and a legend.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-04-21:ee2003bf-a95e-4c7a-884c-e63808927c72 Coach 2008-04-25T05:27:55Z 2008-04-21T20:12:00Z

Turf shoes like the Maracana TF ($88) are a way to get an all around boot with a soccer soccer specific upper and an outdoor sole. The Diadora, is comfortable and provides a stable kicking platform.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-04-01:ad057d39-3823-4453-8b72-251ed407accd Coach 2008-04-02T10:13:05Z 2008-04-01T05:34:00Z

FIFA Street 3 ($50 for Xbox360 or PS3) is the latest EA product to migrate a successful sports game into an arcade style experience. The controls are simple and game play is fast.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-19:def19a24-ab80-4e73-bcda-f2df5ffc065e Coach 2008-03-19T20:43:16Z 2008-03-19T06:00:00Z

Urban Boundaries is part of the Source Group The site offers a variety of lifestyle products including sun glasses, accessories, apparel, and pro-sports team gear. Soccer specific gear is limited, but the selection of sunglass is vast.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-18:dff26d4c-23b5-4507-b8c3-d82e2f35a40c Coach 2008-03-16T20:43:43Z 2008-03-18T06:00:00Z

The Scorch ($100) is the latest a3 style shoe from adidas. Classified as Entrainment (a cross between entertainment and training), the Scorch is a decent short distance runner and a great all around shoe. The style is inspired by field cleats.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-12:ab9921ce-c29f-4adf-840e-92c44fc2c122 Coach 2008-03-09T17:41:45Z 2008-03-12T06:00:00Z

The v-Konstrukt ($70) is a light weight breathable garment with some unique features. The jersey is long sleeve with vents at the shoulder. The sleeves are unpadded. The collar is open and comfortable.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-10:36605934-9180-40b2-816e-72860a0fdb07 Coach 2008-03-09T19:34:37Z 2008-03-10T07:00:00Z

The Via ($45) short is comfortable and well constructed. These pinstriped shorts have a unique aesthetic. The pants allow enough movement so play is at relaxed and free. The polyester fabric is light and good looking.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-08:5cc975e2-6e37-4e15-9cd4-ac54e46cb89b Coach 2008-03-08T08:22:26Z 2008-03-08T08:20:00Z

The soccer lifestyle is all about taking your game with you. Calle Soccer offers a variety of logo t-shirts. We gave two of these to our testers to gauge opinions. The men's Classico II and the lady's Cursive. Each are available for $22.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-05:7c80fc9b-acd8-49c1-a7e7-75ede729bc3d Coach 2008-03-04T23:07:14Z 2008-03-05T06:00:00Z

When Microsoft first released the Zune MP3 player, it was to thunderous yawns. The second generation was released around the same time as the iPod Touch and seemed outdated. That is a short sighted view. Our Zune 80 ($250) has some features that set it apart.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-03:60e496a3-2ea3-452c-963d-dd9bcf070b3e Coach 2008-03-02T21:11:12Z 2008-03-03T06:00:00Z

Beginning life in 1937 as the Orlando Boys Club, the Orlando Pirates are one of the oldest and most honored clubs in Africa. adidas has created a black-on-black track jacket ($80) for the the Sea Robbers.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-03-01:3834fbd9-e28d-49a6-acdc-3d749b2555cf Coach 2008-03-02T07:02:01Z 2008-03-01T06:59:00Z

As the first item we are testing in our new Lifestyle category, the Benty ($50) from Calle was hand selected. One of our testers laid claim to this hoodie even before the it arrived at AVID Soccer. We have hardly seen it since.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-02-29:3b962b36-c7b7-40a5-9be5-3510a9e1b5fe Coach 2008-02-29T15:29:59Z 2008-02-29T15:28:00Z

While it might look like we have are behind on our product reviews, AVID Soccer is hard at work. March 1st, we will expand our coverage of off-pitch gear with a new category: Lifestyle.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-02-22:f37d2ced-95df-4423-9034-f53940a8ff4c Coach 2008-02-22T18:23:36Z 2008-02-22T18:19:00Z

Street soccer is basically the outdoor version of futsal. Playing most places means trash can goals, curbs as sidelines and car timeouts. The Primero ($40) is specifically designed to handle these conditions. The ball is heavier, abrasion resistant, and low bounce.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-02-14:99b91858-e9b7-4c62-972e-564b889de68e Coach 2008-02-17T07:55:24Z 2008-02-14T07:52:00Z

Offered in a variety of colors, the Sweetspot ($7) boot band helps keep laces tied and provides a more even kicking surface.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-02-05:5269d5a9-962b-4b3c-9e1d-123184e8a3e7 Coach 2008-02-04T22:05:47Z 2008-02-05T06:00:00Z

The Tiempo Premier ($120) is the first boneless glove AVID Soccer has tested in over a year. This pro-level glove has a unique wire pattern in the palm latex giving it a very sticky surface. The soft molded latex backhand is comfortable and flexible.

tag:blog.avidsoccer.com,2008-02-01:ee60260c-0b08-4363-976e-10403d5cdb81 Coach 2008-02-03T10:57:41Z 2008-02-01T10:53:00Z

The latest generation Predator, designed in part by Zidane, evolves the line. The signature control stripes on the outside have been upgraded, the PowerPulse insert is now dynamic. Available in White/Red and Black/Red.