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Football Cleats Guide

Football cleats may all seem the same, but when your game is on the line, it's the little things that make the biggest differences. To get the most out of your game, no matter what level you're at, make sure to find the right cleats that fit your feet, your style, your position, your skill level, and your budget. Read this football cleats buyers guide to learn more about the various types of cleats out there and compare our selection of football cleats by consulting our cleat chart to instantly view the differences in height, outsole and upper materials, special features, colors, and price of all the youth and adult football cleats we offer.

Best Selling Football Cleats

Nike Speed Strike

Nike Speed Strike Mens Football Cleats
$69.99

Nike Alpha Speed Shark

Nike Alpha Speed Shark 3/4 Mens Football Cleats
$59.99

Under Armour Hammer III

Under Armour Hammer III Youth Football Cleats
$39.99

 
What is the difference between hard molded cleats and detachable stud cleats?
Most modern football cleats come in one of two outsole designs; hard molded or detachable stud. Note the differences between the two, including who the intended users are and how the prices differ.

Hard molded bottom cleats - Hard plastic moldings grip the field for incredible traction on firm ground or artificial grass, like astro-turf. Used widely throughout youth leagues and high schools, molded outsole cleats are typically less expensive that detachable stud outsoles, and are preferred by younger players or more casual players.

Detachable stud cleats - Longer, more powerful stud (or spikes) provide amazing grip and traction on a variety of field conditions, and can be removed and changed, depending on preference and changing conditions. These types of cleats are typically used by pro, college, and high school players. They also tend to be more expensive than molded cleats.

 
What are the differences between the heights of cleats, like low-cut, mid, high, 5/8 and 3/4?
Football cleats come in a variety of cut-styles, which describe the height of the upper and where it sits on the ankle. Each style offers different benefits, and your choice should depend on personal preference, position, style, and foot and ankle health.

Low - Frees the ankle from restrictions, providing maximum mobility to make aggressive cuts and reach high speeds, with low to no ankle support. Designed for fast, agile players.

Mid - Moderate ankle stability without seriously restricting movement or speed. Designed for most skill players, such as running backs, quarterbacks, defensive backs, and wide receivers.

High - Include everything from 3/4 cut to 5/8 cut. Secure ankle support and stability protects against rolled or twisted ankles, while slightly restricting movement and speed. Designed for players who make more lateral movements on the field, such as defenders and linemen.


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