First Laceless Leather Umbro Boots - All-New Umbro Medusae 3 Elite 2019 Boots Released
Oct 12, 2018, by Chris
In December 2018, Adidas will release their first-ever traditional laceless leather football boot, the Adidas Copa 19+. Now Double Diamond brand Umbro surprised fans by releasing their first laceless leather soccer boot, the next generation Umbro Medusae Elite III.
Umbro players including Portugal’s Pepe, Edison Flores of Peru and the US Women’s goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris will wear the all-new Umbro Medusae III football boot. It will be seen on pitch for the first time in this week’s internationals (8-16 October).
Umbro Medusae 3 Elite Launch Colorway - Black / White / Marine Green
This is the launch edition of the Umbro Medusae 3 football boot.
Umbro’s first ever laceless leather boot, the Umbro Medusae Elite III combines the touch and speed of the previous generations of the Medusae with an innovative one-piece k-leather upper. Umbro has stripped out the traditional lacing system, proving that "less is more".
Previous generation Umbro Medusae III Elite
In fact, the Umbro Medusae Elite III soccer shoe is an evolution of the previous generation, with all not needed elements removed. This is also stated in the press release:
"The Manchester-based design team spent two years perfecting the boot, speaking with professional players who asked for a lighter boot with an extended leather vamp for a better touch and feel for the ball. If an element didn’t add comfort, improve fit and feel or aid performance, then the design team simply took it out. The result is a sophisticated leather boot that’s laceless and light."
The outsole of the Umbro Medusae Elite III appears to be the same of the Umbro Velocita 4.
Umbro Medusae Elite III - Features
- Umbro’s lightest ever leather boot, weighing just 170g
- The laceless upper is one large piece of k-leather vamp designed to increase the strike area and smooth out a greater surface area of the foot. The seamless construction of the leather upper over the forefoot creates a comfortable feel without any uneven surfaces for the foot to rub against
- An engineered knitted collar with TPU heat-welded support zones provides a responsive fit and enables easy foot entry, whilst maintaining stability and security in the heel area
- Debossed flex grooves follow the stitch lines of the iconic Speciali. They provide flexibility, whilst maintaining a secure 'locked-down' fit
- Additional padded zones in the collar and silicone grip pods in the heel provide extra security
- The lightweight and rigid Pebax outsole features a unique combination of conical and specifically shaped studs to ensure maximum grip and traction for speed in all directions. The stud position and geometry have been designed based on player feedback and analysis of peak pressure points during movement
- Price: 175 GB), 225 USD
- Initial Release Date: (25 pairs / country): 18 October 2018, Full Release: Early 2019
The launch colorway of the Umbro Medusae Elite III is black, white and marine green. The cleat comes with the Double Diamond logo on the outstep, while all other parts of the cleat are rather kept clean.
The Umbro Medusae Elite III is initially limited to 24 pairs in each country as a nod to Umbro’s foundation in 1924. The Medusae 3 Elite is on sale from Friday 19th October for £175 (225 USD), with the general release coming in early 2019.
What do you think of the new Umbro Medusae 3 soccer cleats? Let us know in the comments below.
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The Nike SK Sturm Graz 26-27 home jersey has a no-nonsense design in black, anthracite and white. It boasts a dual tone quarter design with a tonal Nike logo.
The collection is rounded off by the Nike Sturm Graz 26-27 away and third shirts, which provide distinct alternative looks for the team's travels. Notably, the third option is once again designated as the 'Steiermark' kit, paying tribute to the club's home region of Styria. The away is white with black pinstripes.
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Norway’s choice of navy shorts and socks with their red home shirt provides a strong contrast against England's uniform. Still, it is an unexpected choice.
Norway utilized an all-red variant in their matches against Iraq and France, before wearing their traditional red, white, and blue combination in the round of 16 against Brazil.
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The CF Monterrey 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional blue and white vertical stripes. It is styled with an odd one-button crewneck collar. Adding a contrasting pop of color to the striped base, the Puma Big Cat logos on the chest and sleeves are applied in red.
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The Joma Hellas Verona 26-27 home jersey boasts a modern cross design - a mainly navy-blue base is combined with a fading cross.
Additional bespoke details complete the design. The phrase "Dai Verona" is printed on the back of the collar, while the inside of the neck reads "We Are Hellas", emphasizing the strong connection between the club and its fanbase. The Hellas Verona 26-27 home strip is rounded off with blue shorts and blue socks.
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The England Euro 2028 concept features a traditional white base combined with striking red accents on the collar and side panels, seamlessly adapting the new Nike template elements to the classic Three Lions aesthetic.
While this is simply a fan prediction based on the leaked technical drawings, it offers an early glimpse into how Nike's upcoming design language might be applied to their elite national teams when the tournament arrives.
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The post aligns with Adidas' ongoing Trionda campaign and their continuous support for the Argentine legend during the tournament. The timely reaction highlights the strong connection between the brand and one of their most iconic athletes on the global stage.
