60http://blog.avidsoccer.comen CoachCoachneillfam@sbcglobal.netnohttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/05/06/jako-monaco-short.aspxCoachThe 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.Apparelhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/05/06/jako-monaco-short.aspx#Comments32c48124-a95d-4b97-a1f6-11e21161c308Tue, 06 May 2008 07:26:58 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/30/2008-boot-shootout.aspxCoachWe 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.BootsAwardshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/30/2008-boot-shootout.aspx#Comments32489987-00d0-4aa6-b3c1-6a93bb5110b2Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/28/lotto-zhero-gravity.aspxCoachWithout 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.Bootshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/28/lotto-zhero-gravity.aspx#Comments006f9bc4-687a-4df6-8559-de0b7bc7dfbfMon, 28 Apr 2008 06:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/25/diadora-brasil-axeler-rtx-14.aspxCoachThe 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. Bootshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/25/diadora-brasil-axeler-rtx-14.aspx#Comments70a92a32-7d17-409d-9a8b-862f91e48803Sun, 27 Apr 2008 09:05:29 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/23/english-premier-league-academy-training-sessions-vol-2.aspxCoachAcademy 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.Otherhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/23/english-premier-league-academy-training-sessions-vol-2.aspx#Comments134c27d6-fa43-4a0c-8e6d-88e573c18dbcSun, 27 Apr 2008 07:27:28 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/21/diadora-maracana-tf.aspxCoachTurf 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.Bootshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/21/diadora-maracana-tf.aspx#Commentsee2003bf-a95e-4c7a-884c-e63808927c72Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:27:55 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/01/fifa-street-3.aspxCoachFIFA 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.Lifestylehttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/04/01/fifa-street-3.aspx#Commentsad057d39-3823-4453-8b72-251ed407accdWed, 02 Apr 2008 10:13:05 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/19/urban-boundaries-etailer.aspxCoachUrban 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.LifestyleShoppinghttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/19/urban-boundaries-etailer.aspx#Commentsdef19a24-ab80-4e73-bcda-f2df5ffc065eWed, 19 Mar 2008 20:43:16 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/18/adidas-scorch-microbounce.aspxCoachThe 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.LifestyleGeneral Fitnesshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/18/adidas-scorch-microbounce.aspx#Commentsdff26d4c-23b5-4507-b8c3-d82e2f35a40cTue, 18 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/12/puma-vkonstrukt-goal-keeper-jersey.aspxCoachThe 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.Goal KeeperApparelhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/12/puma-vkonstrukt-goal-keeper-jersey.aspx#Commentsab9921ce-c29f-4adf-840e-92c44fc2c122Wed, 12 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/10/calle-via-short.aspxCoachThe 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.LifestyleApparelhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/10/calle-via-short.aspx#Comments36605934-9180-40b2-816e-72860a0fdb07Mon, 10 Mar 2008 07:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/08/calle-logo-tshirts.aspxCoachThe 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.LifestyleApparelhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/08/calle-logo-tshirts.aspx#Comments5cc975e2-6e37-4e15-9cd4-ac54e46cb89bSat, 08 Mar 2008 08:22:26 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/05/microsoft-zune-80.aspxCoachWhen 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.Lifestylehttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/05/microsoft-zune-80.aspx#Comments7c80fc9b-acd8-49c1-a7e7-75ede729bc3dWed, 05 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/03/adidas-pirates-track-jacket.aspxCoachBeginning 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.LifestyleApparelhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/03/adidas-pirates-track-jacket.aspx#Comments60e496a3-2ea3-452c-963d-dd9bcf070b3eMon, 03 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/01/calle-benty.aspxCoachAs 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.LifestyleApparelhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/03/01/calle-benty.aspx#Comments3834fbd9-e28d-49a6-acdc-3d749b2555cfSun, 02 Mar 2008 07:02:01 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/29/where-are-all-the-reviews.aspxCoachWhile 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.Administrationhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/29/where-are-all-the-reviews.aspx#Comments3b962b36-c7b7-40a5-9be5-3510a9e1b5feFri, 29 Feb 2008 15:29:59 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/22/calle-primera-street-ball.aspxCoachStreet 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.Ballshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/22/calle-primera-street-ball.aspx#Commentsf37d2ced-95df-4423-9034-f53940a8ff4cFri, 22 Feb 2008 18:23:36 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/14/sweetspot.aspxCoachOffered in a variety of colors, the Sweetspot ($7) boot band helps keep laces tied and provides a more even kicking surface.Otherhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/14/sweetspot.aspx#Comments99b91858-e9b7-4c62-972e-564b889de68eSun, 17 Feb 2008 07:55:24 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/05/nike-tiempo-premier-sgt-glove.aspxCoachThe 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.Goal Keeperhttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/05/nike-tiempo-premier-sgt-glove.aspx#Comments5269d5a9-962b-4b3c-9e1d-123184e8a3e7Mon, 04 Feb 2008 22:06:03 GMThttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/01/adidas-predator-powerswerve-trx-fg.aspxCoachThe 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.Bootshttp://blog.avidsoccer.com/2008/02/01/adidas-predator-powerswerve-trx-fg.aspx#Commentsee60260c-0b08-4363-976e-10403d5cdb81Sun, 03 Feb 2008 10:57:41 GMT