Nike Tiempo Premier S.G.

Advantages: A comfortable, durable football boot
Disadvantages: A little clumsy

...The Nike Tiempo Pro SG is a lightweight boot designed for durability and comfort. It is indeed very comfortable when worn and has lasted me many Saturday afternoons! The Tiempo Pro SG is relatively cheap and can be found at between £15-£30 second hand. The boot is made from "full grain leather with a Duraplush collar lining" which does give the boot a comfortable feel. The SG is to be used on soft surfaces but it does have interchangeable studs and if your are playing on different surfaces then the corresponding studs can be purchased from most sports shops. The boot does have good control, although as I talk of later, it is a little clumsy looking. The boot also has a forefoot lip which enhances durability and can be tucked over the laces. The boot's only negative that I have found, is that compared to the new generation... Read review

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Advantages: Stops your shins from breaking!
Disadvantages: smell after a while!

...Shinpads are a vital piece of equipment when it comes to football. From the world cup down to the Preston Sunday League Division Four. All players must wear Shinpads. The main reason for this equipment is it hurts when you get kicked in the shin as the shin is made of two bones (tibia and fibula) and they have only skin for protection. So no real protectection. They also break pretty easyly so the shin pad provides massive protection for this tender part of the body. Anybody who sees the likes of Steven Gerrard lunging in with two feet and Mo Sissoko aswell as Michael Essien and of course the famous Roy Keane can see the need for a suit of armour although this would not be practical so the shin pad is the most comfortable padding available. Onto the Nike Tiempo. These were my first choice a short while back as they look very sturdy... Read review

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Advantages: Light and a quality ball
Disadvantages: It does cost quite a bit- you pay for the quality

...When this ball came out there was quite a lot of controversy. Alot of Managers complained e.g. Gordon(yes i am ginger)Strachen. Was it too light? Like any football i think its just takes time too get used to. It allows you to hit the ball quite a bit further and is also lighter on your foot. It is betwen £45-£50, which is rather expensive! However if your looking for a quality ball with good durability this is the one. I wouldn't really recommend it just for a kick around, because its a lot of money (and if your anything like me, whilst practicing its bound to go over the next door neighbours fence!) But if your serious about your football- then this is the ball for you!... Read review

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