X Speedflow Review
adidas' X Speedlow collection offers players a responsive and comfortable playing experience while remaining lightweight. Expect to see Son Heung Min, Jamie Vardy, and Gabriel Jesus wearing the latest and greatest adidas laceless boot.
7 Things About the X Speedflow You'll Want to Know:
- Arguably the best laceless adidas speed boot to date
- Moves on from the Mirageskin for a Primeknit-based upper supported by a coating overlay and all-new internal agility frame
- New upper more adaptive and pliable than Mirageskin, resulting in better comfort
- Sprint spike last retained for a vacuum fit
- Familiar Carbitex Speedframe delivers excellent responsiveness rivaling the Aerotrak of Nike Mercurial
- New Primeknit Speed collar aids lockdown
- Unique tongue construction extends up to the toe box, complementing the reengineered upper and sprint spike last with their respective functions
Expert X Speedflow Reviews:
We've brought together the most trusted voices on Football Boots, to save you time when you're looking for new boots and combined our own personal opinions of the X Ghosted too. Below you can find video reviews of the X Ghosted and their key takeaways, so everything you'd want to know is on one place!
Unisport said:
- Has sleeker and more aerodynamic shape
- New primeknit upper construction with internal TPU Agility Frame is spot on in providing a one-to-one foot to boot sensation
- Still has vacuum fit tightness but not to the extent of being uncomfortable; tightness consistent throughout the boot
- Heel is softer and better than the X Ghosted
- Primeknit upper more adaptive relative to the plasticky Mirageskin
- True to size length-wise; falls on the narrow side and may feel very tight for wide feet players
- Lockdown is good enough; still has internal slippage during extreme direction changes
- More than good enough for a close and sharp ball touch; protection is the downside
- Carbitex Speedframe best outsole you can get today
- Studs effectively dig in without stud pressure
- Extention piece on the top of the tongue tends to flap down
- A few bulges to begin with that can be addressed during the break-in period
- Up there among the best speed boots ever
SR4U:
- A gigantic improvement from the X Ghosted
- Easily the best laceless boot I have ever worn
- Arguably even one of the best football boots currently in the market
- A boot that finally shows the viability of the laceless concept
- Upper is so pliable, flexible, and sock-like with a thin sensation; feels like the Nike Mercurial Vaporposite material but arguably more comfortable especially in terms of upper softness
- Softer tongue adds comfort and ease when inserting your foot
- Tightness is even across the boot; the most seamless sensation; feels like boots disappear when worn
- Thin construction good for crisp ball touch; negative on protection
- Heel more pliable and comfortable than previous generation
- Phenomenal responsiveness even without grip socks
- Carbitex Speedframe one of the best outsole ever introduced in football boots; right for adidas to retain the tooling
- Remarkable that X Speedflow managed to be lighter than the already lightweight X Ghosted
- Well structured and fit and lockdown above average
- Primeknit upper more adaptive than Mirageskin
- Tongue extenions piece continues to flap down
- Not a great option for wide feet; true to size
- Really like the X Speedflow; ready to pick over other current boots including the Nike Mercurial
5 Things About the X Ghosted You'll Want to Know:
- Proves that synthetics can compete with knit for a place in the modern speed boot category; perfect fusion of waterproof Mirageskin technology, structural supportive Wireframe, and Adaptive Mesh resulting to a thin and translucent upper finish
- The laced .1 takedown's Fluroskin still provides an adaptive, semi-translucent, and thin upper material composite for a more barefoot-like ball touch, with the a relatively wide striking surface thanks to an off-centre lacing
- Speedframe made even more responsive with the springy carbon-fibre inserts on the forefoot
- Brings back memories of the F50adiZero with its feel and aesthetics
- Streamlines the depth of the the previous X's Claw collar
Expert X Ghosted Reviews:
We've brought together the most trusted voices on Football Boots, to save you time when you're looking for new boots and combined our own personal opinions of the X Ghosted too. Below you can find video reviews of the X Ghosted and their key takeaways, so everything you'd want to know is on one place!
Unisport said:
- Toe lift and snappy energy return enable the Carbitex Speedframe to rival the soleplate of the Mercurial
- Improves the Nemeziz overall most especially the already good football boot .1 model because of the additional grip
- Mirageskin/Fluroskin is thin and soft, sits closely sculpted to the foot but not as restrictive or uncomfortable as initially expected
- Heel is more locked in than X 19 but has some pressure points to break in
- As a narrow-footed player, X Ghosted runs true-to-size and falls on the narrow side of fitting; may not be welcoming or comfortable to wider-footed players
- Fluroskin feels thinner and pliable as it uses the TPU skeleton from the X99 instead of the inner mesh and support threads from the Mirageskin; still has the same silicone top coating
- Fluroskin feels thinner and pliable as it uses the TPU skeleton from the X99 instead of the inner mesh and support threads from the Mirageskin; still has the same silicone top coating
- Tongue does not crease up anymore unlike the X 19
- .1 lockdown does not quite reach Mercurial or Ultra level but is good enough for a speed boot; makes the .1 more responsive than the laceless +
- X Ghosted + is the best laceless boot in terms of lockdown
- Ball touch is raw and pingy; the sharp touch and vacuum fit are the best aspects of the X Ghosted
- Can be improved by incorporating grip elements
- Brings out F50 vibes and offers a good alternative to speed boots dominanted by knit
SR4U:
- Most technologically advanced football boots of 2020
- Best laceless boot ever in terms of fit
- Mirageskin upper does not have much stretch and no adjustability at all, relying on the size and shape of your foot for the fit and lockdown
- Cleanest barefoot touch on the ball for any football boot
- Tongue is streamlined and does not get in the way unlike the previous X generations
- Heel lockdown is effective
- Best implementation of carbon fibre inserts; extremely durable
- Most aggressive among adidas boots in terms of traction
- .1 is the better performing and fitting because of the laces
- On par with the average weight of modern speed boots
- As a flat-footed player, X Ghosted + wraps the foot very closely because of the tweaked shape
- Best worn with grip socks
- Not Mercurialesque in terms of width but may still not be an option for extremely wide feet or very specific foot shape
- True-to-size length-wise
- Tech effectiveness exceeds expectations
- Worth it as an option to try laceless boots that offer barefoot-like feel ball touch for the first time, as well as an upgrade from the previous X boots
- Speed boot fanatics looking for the best possible lockdown and tightness might be better of with the X Ghosted .1
X19+ Review
adidas' X19 collection offers players a responsive and comfortable playing experience yet remaining lightweight. The silo is notably the most popular as chosen by professionals such as Mo Salah, James Rodriguez, Gareth Bale and Luis Suarez.
5 Things About the X 19 You'll Want to Know:
- They're very comfortable for a lightweight boot
- They are narrow fitting (not the best for wide feet)
- They provide very aggressive traction (great grip as you run)
- They offer a large ball striking surface (easy to strike the ball well)
- The X 19 are very responsive (they react well to your movements)
Expert X19+ Elite Reviews:
We've brought together the most trusted voices on Football Boots, to save you time when you're looking for new boots and combined our own personal opinions of the X19 too. Below you can find video reviews of the X19+ and their key takeaways, so everything you'd want to know is on one place!
Unisport:
- They are very lightweight (197g)
- The Skeletelweave upper is thin but quite stiff
- The laceless model provides less responsiveness
- The collar provides a decent amount of lockdown
- The soleplate provides aggressive traction
- It's tight fitting but still very comfortable
- They can fit wide feet
Soccer.com said:
- The X19+ is different to the X 19.1
- They are tight fitting and responsive
- You need to try before you buy!
- This is the best laceless boot by adidas
- They provide a thin 'barefoot' touch
- The soleplate is very flexible
- The laced X 19.1 performs better than the X19+
Your X19 + Questions Answered
What size X19+ do I get?
True to size. Fits the same length wise as every other adidas elite level cleat.
Will the X suit my wide feet?
Yes, but it's certainly not one of adidas' best suited boots for wider foot types, potentially stick with the Predator
Do they have a knitted upper?
Although it may look knitted, the X19+ uses a synthetic Skeletalweave upper which is soft and thin.
How are they different to it's predecessor, the X17+?
In regards to construction, the boot is completely different however like the X17+, the X19+ is tigh fitting, lightweight and responsive.
How much does the X 19 weigh?
Being a speed boot, this boot is very lightweight at roughly 190-200 grams/6.9 oz depending on the size you have.
Can you Get the X in kids? What sizes are available?
Yes you can get children's versions of the X, they are available at cheaper prices as well.
Will the X soleplate flake off?
On the X19+ it will yes but on any other X range it will not flake off.
Can I wear these on grass/mud/3g/turf...?
Yes you can, there are different versions for different pitches, book a consultation with us and we can help you work out which is best for you between X FG, AG, SG, TF or IC.
What are these similar to?
In regards to fit it's actually quite similar to the Nemeziz and from Nike the Mercurial range.
What's the difference between the X19+ and the X 19.1?
The price, the X 19.1 is 50 pounds cheaper than the X 19+ and has laces and a Speed Mesh upper which is different to the laceless Skeletalweave upper design of the X19+.
Are they comfortable?
Yes, surprisingly they are very comfortable for a tight fitting and lightweight boot.
Who are the X designed for?
adidas market the X for speed, and hence tie in their big name strikers and wingers including Gareth Bale, Mo Salah, Luis Suarez and James Rodriguez.
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X18+ Review
adidas' X18 collection offers players a responsive and comfortable playing experience yet remaining lightweight. The silo is notably the most popular as chosen by professionals such as Mo Salah, James Rodriguez, Gareth Bale and Luis Suarez.
5 Things About the X 18 You'll Want to Know:
- They're very comfortable for a lightweight boot
- They are narrow fitting (not the best for wide feet)
- They provide very aggressive traction (great grip as you run)
- They offer a large ball striking surface (easy to strike the ball well)
- The X 18 are very responsive (they react well to your movements)
Expert X18+ Elite Reviews:
We've brought together the most trusted voices on Football Boots, to save you time when you're looking for new boots and combined our own personal opinions of the X18 too. Below you can find video reviews of the X18+ and their key takeaways, so everything you'd want to know is on one place!
Unisport:
- They are very lightweight (197g)
- The Skeletelweave upper is thin but quite stiff
- The laceless model provides less responsiveness
- The collar provides a decent amount of lockdown
- The soleplate provides aggressive traction
- It's tight fitting but still very comfortable
- They can fit wide feet
SR4U said:
- The X18+ is different to the X 18.1
- They are tight fitting and responsive
- You need to try before you buy!
- This is the best laceless boot by adidas
- They provide a thin 'barefoot' touch
- The soleplate is very flexible
- The laced X 18.1 performs better than the X18+
Your X18 + Questions Answered
What size X18+ do I get?
True to size. Fits the same length wise as every other adidas elite level cleat.
Will the X suit my wide feet?
Yes, but it's certainly not one of adidas' best suited boots for wider foot types, potentially stick with the Predator
Do they have a knitted upper?
Although it may look knitted, the X18+ uses a synthetic Skeletalweave upper which is soft and thin.
How are they different to it's predecessor, the X17+?
In regards to construction, the boot is completely different however like the X17+, the X18+ is tigh fitting, lightweight and responsive.
How much does the X 18 weigh?
Being a speed boot, this boot is very lightweight at roughly 190-200 grams/6.9 oz depending on the size you have.
Can you Get the X in kids? What sizes are available?
Yes you can get children's versions of the X, they are available at cheaper prices as well.
Will the X soleplate flake off?
On the X18+ it will yes but on any other X range it will not flake off.
Can I wear these on grass/mud/3g/turf...?
Yes you can, there are different versions for different pitches, book a consultation with us and we can help you work out which is best for you between X FG, AG, SG, TF or IC.
What are these similar to?
In regards to fit it's actually quite similar to the Nemeziz and from Nike the Mercurial range.
What's the difference between the X18+ and the X 18.1?
The price, the X 18.1 is 50 pounds cheaper than the X 18+ and has laces and a Speed Mesh upper which is different to the laceless Skeletalweave upper design of the X18+.
Are they comfortable?
Yes, surprisingly they are very comfortable for a tight fitting and lightweight boot.
Who are the X designed for?
adidas market the X for speed, and hence tie in their big name strikers and wingers including Gareth Bale, Mo Salah, Luis Suarez and James Rodriguez.