r/bootroom • u/Necessary_Mammoth329 • 13h ago
r/bootroom • u/denkipb • Aug 19 '26
r/bootroom is featured in Reddit’s NYC pop-up and you’re all invited!
TL;DR – Reddit is hosting their first-ever IRL pop-up, r/bootroom is featured in the build, you’re invited, and it’s free.
Hey Everyone! At the end of this month, Reddit’s bringing our community to life on the shelves of r/bodega, an IRL bodega-themed pop-up event in NYC. Whether you want to see how we’re being featured or just take home free stuff, everyone is invited! All you need is a Reddit account to get in.
Event Details
Where: 213 Bowery, New York, NY
When: August 29–30 | 10 AM to 10 PM both days
What to Expect
Free Snoo Plushies: Every single attendee gets one.
More Freebies: Score totes, mugs, stickers, postcards, and cold drinks.
Meowdani: Meet the official bodega cat, named by r/bodegacats 🐱
The Deli Counter: Serving up NYC’s top “subs” and special menu items.
Blowout Sale: On 8/30 from 9–10 PM, anything remaining in the build is free for attendees to take home.
Want to learn more? Join r/bodega to follow along, catch sneak peeks, and get the convo started
r/bootroom • u/MilkyKarlson • Aug 10 '21
Meta [MEGATHREAD] FAQ and general support links - Read before posting common questions!
FAQ
What are my chances of going pro?
- There's always a chance, however, it gets lesser and less likely the older you get. By the time you get to 16, chances are slim, older than that and you really must prove yourself. Even famous success stories like Jamie Vardy were playing semi pro for the longest time, and the chances of something like that are very slim.
What injury is this/ how long till I can play?
- Unfortunately, we aren't doctors and we can not provide any medical support or assistance. Please refer to your doctor.
Should I buy these boots?
- Check this site
Can I use FG/AG/Any specific boot type on this type of ground?
- Simply put, turf shoes are best for turf, soft ground is best for wet pitches, indoors are for indoor courts, and so on. If you must do, sometimes it's fine to use shoes such as soft ground or firm ground boots on turf, however of course the best choice is to use what your shoe is made for.
How do I impress scouts?
- Play to your strengths. Don't try something new or unreliable, count your mistakes not your positives, stay consistent, don't be cocky, and don't let the nerves get to you. It isn't about scoring an over head kick from 60 meters, it's about playing good football, and being beneficial to your team. Be prepared to be disappointed but aim to impress.
What skill move will help me beat defenders
- Skill moves are nice, but they aren't the most important aspect of the game. It is handy to know a few skill moves to get you out of difficult situations, but at the end of the day, the core skills are what are really important, your pace, dribbling, strength and awareness are all hundreds of times better than a skill move. Knowing how to do a freestyle move 9 times out of 10 won't help you in the game, so you should spend that time training what is
How do I do this specific type of shot?
- Most shot types will be covered in the Useful Links section.
Useful Links
More will be added in the near future, for now, there are many resources available on the sidebar.
Positioning
Shooting & Scoring
- How to shoot with power [Video]
- How to shoot with power [Article]
- How to curve your shot [Video]
- How to curve your shot [Article]
- How to knuckleball [Video]
- How to knuckleball [Article]
- How to score more 1 on 1s [Article]
Passing
- How to cross [Video]
- How to cross [Article]
- How to through ball [Video]
- How to setup attacks with passes [Video]
- How to throw in far [Video]
- How to throw in far [Article]
Dribbling
- How to dribble with close control [Video]
- How to dribble with control close [Article]
- How to dribble with pace [Video]
Touch
Defence
- How to slide tackle [Video]
- How to slide tackle [Article]
- How to stand tackle [Video]
- How to stand tackle [Article]
Coaching
- How to coach U6-U8 players [Article]
- Key takeaways and valuable advice from the first USSC F Coaching License [Article]
Miscellaneous
- How to get a perfect weak foot - The complete guide
- Essential tips for anyone who isn't great at the game to improve
- All football cleats/boots reviewed
- Resistance band training (Increase stamina and decrease injury) [Reddit Post]
- Fix your weak foot
- Predict your opponents move - Read Their Eyes
- Important advice - The fundamentals of football and how to practice efficiently [Article] [Reddit]
Please feel free to message me with helpful links and frequently asked questions.
r/bootroom • u/Cautious_Ice1129 • 33m ago
Gear long lasting cleats?
Which boots you had were the longest lasting? In other words, which boots remained in good condition the longest?
No matter which brand, colour or release year.
r/bootroom • u/Competitive-Skin1175 • 9h ago
Adidas World Cup avis
Salut à tous ! Je cherche à avoir des avis sur les Adidas World Cup. Ce serai pour jouer sur terrain gras voire même très gras. Comment se compare-t-elle aux Copa Mundial ? Hormis la taille, qui, si je ne dis pas de bêtises, est normal sur ce modèle. Merci d'avance !
r/bootroom • u/JerseyGemHunter • 18h ago
Other 11 days and counting… anyone else’s Adidas order stuck with no updates? ⚽️
Ordered this ball on October 16, and it’s now October 27 with no change to my order. Starting to feel like refreshing the app is my new morning routine 😂
Is this normal for Adidas? Anyone else waiting on the same ball, or did yours already arrive? Curious how long everyone’s orders have been taking and whether I should reach out or give it a few more days.
UPDATE : I just got Email Confirmation to pickup the Ball , thank you to the GODS of Soccer and you guys for your support!!!!!
r/bootroom • u/North-Author-5659 • 3h ago
Technical Please help with routine
Hello I'm trying to make a routine to lose weight, get faster/more athletic, better weak foot, and control under pressure but above that dribble and play with flair like Neymar I want however to see me feel like I was seeing Neymar
I have 2 balls, 1 small ball, cones, wall, and 2 adjustable dumbell 5-20 pounds each and that can turn into a 5-40 pound barbell
And maybe I can go to the field 1 or 2x a week.
Dm me or Put it into comments
r/bootroom • u/Visual_Broccoli_5320 • 6h ago
Does the adidas predator pros run small, true to size, or large?
I was going to get these but I don’t know whether to go up a size, stay at the size I am, or go down a size because I don’t know how it feels.
r/bootroom • u/Academic-Degree2829 • 7h ago
Sizing tip for Mizuno Morelia II Elite FG
Hey Bootroom,
I'm planning on buying morelia II elites abroad. As I don't have any way to try them or return them, I'm looking for some help with sizing for the Morelia II Elite FG. I come from Adidas Predator Accuracy.1 FG size 9.5US (43 1/3FR). They fit correct in length but they are a bit too wide. I believe Adidas internal measurements are 26.7cm for size 9.5US, so they fit correct to my feet.
My feet measurements with grip socks on are:
Length 26.5cm
Width 10.5cm
I tried the Neo iv beta and lengthwise were correct but they were too tight on the midfoot.
Can you recommend whether the best size would be 27CM or 26.5CM as K leather will stretch. I like a bit of space in my toes, but not too many. I'm not used to a snug fit either.
Thanks!!
r/bootroom • u/Correct-Bug2643 • 18h ago
Gear Finally found a good deal on vinted
After looking for some superfly 10 elites , I couldn't find any stores that had my size left in stock, only place I found them want £170. Managed to scoop up these from vinted £60.
r/bootroom • u/jairumaximus • 6h ago
Gear Pure Grip Socks not shipping available socks and no reply to emails...
Anyone else has purchased socks from Pure Grip Socks and it took them two + weeks to ship them when they say available on the website?
I have emailed their support but getting no response.
Will do a charge back this Friday I guess if nothing happens, just super weird that in the past they always shipped stuff in like 24 to 48 hours.
r/bootroom • u/OThePlacesYouWillGo • 10h ago
Gear F50 Hyperfast Elite Concern
Has anyone who has these cleats noticed that the material flares up in between the 2nd and 3rd eyelet from the top? The first eyelet is the one that comes unlaced from Adidas at the top.
I have noticed that this flaring/bunching up of materials, and I’ve also noticed that in one of the boots, I can see the side part of the tongue at around the midfoot. The “side part” of the tongue has the secondary color of the boot.
The cleats fit well, but based on these material concerns, I’m wondering if my foot is too wide for the cleats.
r/bootroom • u/GoHard2026 • 1d ago
Technical How many years of ball mastery training does this skill require?
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r/bootroom • u/ZebastianDaddy4424 • 1d ago
Gear Nike Outlet Boots
galleryHello All,
I am more of an adidas predator type but recently started playing again. I picked up a pair of Kobe’s that I liked and mostly cuz I am a Kobe fan but today I felt like I robbed. I got these boots for 61.xx and I am just impressed on the come up and the fee of them.
Are these good boots? I assume yes based on retail but I don’t really know. Either way I am going to try and see but just wanted to share.
r/bootroom • u/cami45 • 1d ago
Gear Superfly 11 Gold Scorpion
galleryAfter a 4 month wait they have arrived. It’s going to hurt playing in them.
The Nike Zoom Mercurial Superfly 11 Elite FG CR7 Gold Scorpion celebrates Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the first player in history to score in six separate World Cup tournaments, arriving as the second of two golden tributes Nike created to mark the historic achievement. Metallic gold overlays nearly the entire FlyWeave Ultra upper, interrupted by white through the forefoot, tongue, laces, and collar lining, while a large red Swoosh sweeps down the lateral side with matching red visible beneath the boot through a translucent soleplate. A scorpion emblem placed near the heel ties the design directly back to Nike's iconic 2002 Secret Tournament campaign, a moment that helped define an entire era of Nike Football's cultural identity.
r/bootroom • u/Basedbassist420 • 23h ago
Gear Update to boot sole peel
Got my phantoms stitched and glued as per the advice yall gave me and they work WONDERFULLY. Thank you all :)
r/bootroom • u/_sin_bad_ • 14h ago
Gear Waiting for Hypervenom Return
Hi all,
I’m shopping around for something to replace my Preds—I heard the Nike Hypervenom is getting rebooted (ha) around May, but I’ve had my eye on Phantoms recently. Would the Phantom line go on sale around May since they’re getting retired, and would it be worth it to wait for that? Thanks for the advice, cheers
r/bootroom • u/Imaginary_Agency_960 • 1d ago
Adidas Nitrocharge 1.0 price?
Hi everyone! I want to know if these shoes are in any good value or just keep them? I bought these Adidas Nitrocharge 1.0 In Vivid Red in 2013 and was used once and kept it, just have dust on it. No visible glue or separation that i see so far. Looking to see how much i can sell them for?
r/bootroom • u/CategoryLumpy2264 • 20h ago
Help a clueless football mam out 😅
It’s my sons 8th birthday very soon and football is his life, his poor mam however has zero clue 😅 he loves getting out in the garden with a ball but with the recent storms etc it’s too boggy so I was thinking of getting him one of the training mats for his birthday, is there really much difference between the FPRO which is £40 for the essential kit and £100 for the complete kit? Or one of eleven for £34 or a more generic one from Amazon for £20 including socks.
They look the same so i genuinely don’t know what to do 😅 thanks in advance to anyone who can help me!
r/bootroom • u/No-Sample-9576 • 15h ago
Best ways to train short bursts?
For an amateur, playing 5 aside, how do I improve my short bursts( mostly acceleration, sprint speed etc) significantly and sustainably on the pitch? Any kind of advice would help
r/bootroom • u/Ancient_Most_3103 • 1d ago
Gear F50 sizing 2025
galleryIs this too much space ? Or is it okay . Also would wearing thicker socks help ? Any advice is helpful and thank you
r/bootroom • u/Alive_Development366 • 1d ago
Turf shoe for wide feet
Struggling to find good turf shoes. Got the Tiempo Ligera Pros and they feel good length wise but really cramped on the sides. Considering Mundial Team or Morelia Neo IV AS. Anyone have good experiences with these? I have copa sundials, which are really comfortable, but feel a little sloppy—worried about that being the case with the mundial team.
r/bootroom • u/Motor-Algae-9601 • 1d ago
I can't do a laces shot.
I was taking shots the other day at training when they asked us to do some shots from far away. Naturally I tried to do a laces shot I could not hit it with my ankle locked or with my laces, I just did it with my toe or hit the floor. Any tips?
r/bootroom • u/IronWall-305 • 1d ago
Gear Anyone know where I can get this custom made or if it's sold somewhere?
I have been looking for this soccer ball for years ever since the one I had just wore down entirely (the one on the pic is a random google photo i found). I've had it since I was like 10. It's my favorite design ever, but Adidas, DICKS, Academy, etc does not hold it. I have looked at local stores that have soccer ball replicas since the 2000s and even they don't hold it. Im considering it getting it custom made but have mo clue where to start or if potentially there is someone out there who is selling it. Any and all help is appreciated, thank you!!