Puma V1.08 Red White FG

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The Upper:

• Pumas speed boot line featured a blend of two materials throughout the upper
• The first layer was a lightweight synthetic mesh blend with dozens of squares in a reinforced, lightweight stitching pattern
• Over this material was a more traditional synthetic material similar to that of the Mercurial and F50 texture
• This material provided a much better grip on the ball, without sacrificing the lightweight feel of these boots

The Sole Plate:

• Puma had a unique approach to the sole plate design
• For the most part, the plate material was similar to Adidas, a lightweight, 2 piece plastic design, with bladed stud design towards the front
• However, the back featured a cluster of studs for added heel support, most likely to help with keeping the boots locked in as they were very lightweight and thin

Notes and Comments:

• These V1.08 were Puma's solution to competing with the F50 and Mercurial lines
• They were one of the lightest boots on the market at the time, and were very well perceived by the public as a premier speed boot
• Worn by various stars including Anelka, Eto'o, and many others