Atalanta Defender Shows Off 'Real' First-Ever Laceless Boots Silo in Everton Europa League Clash
Nov 25, 2017, by Chris
In this week's Europa League clash between Everton and Atalanta, it was not only Wayne Rooney who stood out wearing classic football boots as Atalanta's Italian defender Andrea Masiello laced up in the first-ever laceless boot silo, the Lotto Zhero Gravity. Let's get into the details.
Andrea Masiello Wears Laceless Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra 2010 World Cup Football Boots
Close-up pictures of the laceless cleats worn by Atalanta defender Andrea Masiello.
Andrea Masiello did not wear Lotto's first generation of their laceless boot, the original Lotto Zhero Gravity that was released in 2006, but opted for the blue, black and silver Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra soccer cleats. The Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra soccer cleats were launched shortly ahead of the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
Famously known as the boot without laces at that time, the Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra soccer shoes are made for ultimate speed. The microfibre upper of the Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra football boots is made from a thin material that molds to the foot, offering an exceptional feel for the ball. By removing the laces, Lotto have created the cleanest contact and striking surface between foot and ball.
Andrea Masiello not only got the blue, black and silver colorway of the Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra but also the white and navy launch paint job of Lotto's back then revolutionary product.
Compared to its predecessors, the Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra had two main new features - ReactiveArch and Twist'nGo technology.
The ReactiveArch is one of the first concave shaped outsoles to feature on a boot, and is a Lotto innovation that delivers cushioning, stability and reactivity. The Twist'nGo technology is a solitary pivoting silver stud located under the toe area, positioned to improve performance and reduce the risk of injury, by helping the players to overcome foot and ground friction.
Back in 2010, the Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra retailed at around £150 GBP / $220 USD / €180 EURO.
What do you think of the Lotto Zhero Gravity Ultra? Have you ever worn a laceless Lotto Zhero Gravity boot? Let us know in the comments below.
Nike Sabrina 4 Outsole Sparks Comparisons to Ezeta Logo
Nike has unveiled the latest colorway of Sabrina Ionescu's signature basketball shoe, the Nike Sabrina 4 "The Switch". While the sneaker stands out with its vibrant blend of desert pink and lemon venom tones, a detailed look at the outsole has caught the attention of the football kit community for an unexpected reason.
The shoe's traction pattern features an intricate array of small, angled rubber lugs designed to deliver multi-directional court grip. However, numerous fans and followers noticed that the shape of these individual traction nubs looks remarkably similar to the geometric emblem of Italian sportswear brand Ezeta, prompting many to message the label's founders about the resemblance.
While the outsole pattern is undoubtedly Nike's performance-oriented traction engineered around Sabrina's signature identity, the visual likeness to Ezeta's mark is striking. Do you think this is purely a coincidence, or a curious case of parallel design?
Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Sam Kerr Signature Boots Leaked - New Images
We have new images of the Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Sam Kerr signature soccer cleats, thanks to shoptcrampson.
Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Sam Kerr Signature Boots Leaked
Unionistas de Salamanca 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Spanish Primera Federación side Unionistas de Salamanca and technical partner Erreà have officially unveiled the club's new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. Staying true to the club's fan-owned ethos, the designs were chosen directly by club members through an open design competition and multi-stage vote.
The Erreà Unionistas de Salamanca 26-27 home shirt stays true to tradition with a half-and-half black and white design, accented by subtle tonal vertical pinstripes across the front. Bright yellow trim details the collar and sleeve cuffs, while the back features a clean white panel with fine pinstripes to host player names and numbers.
Taking a bold and creative direction, the Unionistas 26-27 away jersey features a vibrant pink base that fades into deep navy tones towards the bottom hem. The shirt pays tribute to the local region by subtly embedding the names of all 362 municipalities in the province of Salamanca into the fabric graphic, while sleeve cuffs carry lyrics dedicated to the club's loyal travelling fanbase.
Club Legend Dida Pictured in AC Milan Home Kit
AC Milan legend Nelson Dida has been spotted wearing the club's home kit, bringing a wave of nostalgia to Rossoneri supporters. The legendary Brazilian goalkeeper, who spent a trophy-laden decade at San Siro winning two Champions League titles and a Serie A crown, showed that the classic red and black look fits club icons seamlessly.
The jersey is designed by Puma and marks a return to classic style, featuring traditional thick red-and-black vertical stripes across the body. White sponsor and manufacturer logos complement the iconic colorway, along with refined collar and cuff detailing that blends heritage with modern performance aesthetics.
Seeing Dida sporting an outfield home jersey rather than his familiar goalkeeper attire was a pleasant surprise for fans, highlighting the enduring connection between the club's celebrated history and its modern visual identity.
