Next-Gen Adidas X 17 Boots Released
Jun 3, 2017, by Pat
The third generation of the Adidas X silo was released ahead of the 2017 Champions League final with the Dust Storm colorway.
Adidas released the first-ever X soccer boots in May 2015 to replace the discontinued F50 adizero model. Almost exactly a year on, the Adidas X 16 was unveiled - in time for Euro 2016. Another year later, the three-stripe brand released the first-ever Adidas X 17 boots.
Adidas X 17.1 - White / Energy Blue / Clear Grey
This is the first-ever Adidas X 2017 soccer boot, from the Adidas Dust Storm pack.
Design-wise, the third-gen Adidas X 17 cleats are predominantly white, with a subtle fade towards grey in the rear. The heightened techfit collar of the Dust Storm Adidas X 2017 soccer boots is slightly darker, as is the sole plate, which fades from grey at the back to black at the front.
A polka dot pattern spreads the rear and entirety of the collar section of the white and grey Adidas X 17 boots. Last but not least, large Adidas Performance and X logos sit on out- and inside of the Adidas X 17.1 Dust Storm cleats in bright blue, respectively.
Tech-wise, the Adidas X 17 boots appear to follow a "don't fix what isn't broken" approach. On first glance, differences to the X 17's predecessor, the X 16, are hard to notice and this is confirmed by the tech sheet.
Designed to reduce wear-in time, the Adidas X 17.1 has a techfit compression upper. The laces on the Adidas X 2017 cleats still run through five pairs of loops and the upper has a thin NSG (Non-Stop Grip) texture to reduce slipping. The Sprintframe outsole of the Adidas X 17 boots continues to have an external heel counter, and the stud alignment is unchanged from the X 16 as well.
Adidas X 17.1 - Features
- One-piece techfit compression upper
- NSG (Non-Stop Grip) upper texture
- Sprintframe outsole
- 'Chaos' stud alignment
Together with the rest of the Adidas Dust Storm pack, the white Adidas X 2017 football boots are available to buy from June 1, 2017. They retail at the same price as the first and second generations - $200.
As always, the likes of Gareth Bale and Luis Suárez will wear the new Adidas X 17.1 boots from the very end of the current season. In addition to the X 17.1 model, Adidas will also release the X 17+ PureChaos, which will again feature a lace cover upper. The new Adidas X 17+ PureChaos is set to be worn by players such as David Alaba or Angel Di Maria.
What are your thoughts on the next generation of the Adidas X, the X 17? Drop us a line below, and check out the Boot Calendar for more.
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The new Hertha BSC 26-27 away kit has been revealed. Made by Castore, the new away shirt will be worn during the upcoming 2. Bundesliga season.
The Castore Hertha Berlin 26-27 away jersey introduces a fresh look for the club. It is navy with a blue and white design that, in our opinion, looks like a screensaver.
What are your thoughts on the new Hertha BSC 26-27 away kit by Castore? Let us know in the comments.
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With this, Norway joins Colombia as teams with the second-most kit variations used in a single World Cup. France still holds the record, having used 6 different combinations during the 2018 World Cup. Big thanks to our partner @jerseystory_vn for spotting this and creating the graphic.
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Huge thanks for @jerseystory_vn for the collage.
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The home shirt features the club's traditional purple and white stripes. The away shirt combines white and red with bold brushstroke graphics, while the third shirt keeps things simple with a clean purple design and tonal horizontal stripes.
According to the club, each kit tells a different story. The home shirt is inspired by Keçiören Waterfall, symbolizing strength and an unyielding fighting spirit. The away kit pays tribute to Ankara Castle, representing courage, resilience and determination, while the third kit celebrates freedom, limitless ambition and the courage to look toward the future.
What do you think of the new Ankara Keçiörengücü 2026-27 kits? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
