Adidas Predator LZ review

Doesn’t it look like confetti ?

After releasing a range of colourway upgrades, it’s quite clear that Adidas like to use the Predator LZ SL as their multi-coloured test canvas! This is proved yet once again by the launch of Adidas Predator LZ SL Black / Solar Slime' &' White / Solar Slime.

Adidas have mashed up all the colours that have made the Samba pack of football boots so visually distinct to create a blinding look. But to me it just sort of looks like confetti. Adidas have wisely kept the base colours to just simple, clean white and black – stopping the boots from looking too over-the-top and really making those colours pop. Out of the two models, the black variant looks more distinct and sharp whereas the white one looks a little pale in comparison.

Adidas Predator LZ SL Black / Solar Slime'

As you can imagine, this release is not for everyone’s taste and I am pretty sure lot of the fans need a double take to understand what’s going on. But for the flashy no.10 strikers out there, nothing says “Look at me” then these new boots. The carnival of colours aside, it is still the same Predator LZ SL. The updated SL range weigh in at 199gm, featuring newly designed, trimmed down set of Lethal Zones as well as a lined textured design on a Sprintskin upper.

Adidas Predator LZ SL White / Solar Slime'

The Adidas Predator LZ SL is every bit as comfortable as the standard LZ. Adidas’ Sprintskin synthetic make up the upper of the boot, which is the same synthetic we saw on the F50 adizero. The Sprintskin upper is clearly thinner than the Hybrid Touch synthetic seen on the standard LZ, but still feels comfortable none the less. The trimmed upper aside, the boot still fits comfortably like the standard LZ, which is great.

Of course, the boot would not be a proper Predator if it did not feature any of Adidas’ famed Predator technology. Similar to the standard model of the Predator LZ, the SL version again features five lethal zones to help control the ball with every bit of precision required. The Predator elements have been engineered and placed according to their specific function.

The 5 Lethal Predator Zones deliver control for

1. Dribbling (to get quick contact of the ball up close, for high-speed dribbling)

2. First touch (to get that magnetic touch to stop the ball with one touch)

3. The sweet spot (enabling longer contact with the ball to kick the ball with power and to curve it in any direction)

4. Driving (to get that extra jolt of power to shoot the ball into the back of the net leaving the keeper bewildered)

5. Passing (large memory foam ensure longer contact with the ball resulting in precision and consistency for each and every touch of the ball)

Another welcome feature is the Nubuck heel lining that offers super soft comfort. Also, the strike zone is increased by the asymmetric laces, making sure that the power is left intact while increasing control.

The Adidas Predator LZ SL After releasing a range of colourway upgrades, it’s quite clear that Adidas like to use the Predator LZ SL as their multi-coloured test canvas! This is proved yet once again by the launch of Adidas Predator LZ SL Black / Solar Slime' &' White / Solar Slime is available as a limited edition release. For some extra bucks, not only do you get the unique feel of the LZ, but you get it in a more lightweight and eye catchy package, and a slightly better design with the use of the adizero SprintFrame. If you like the looks of the boots, look no further because the Predator LZ SL is a terrific boot to own, be it the Sunday league or a pro game.

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