Adidas Predator PowerSwerve Rome – Review and Analysis

This limited edition Adidas Predator PowerSwerve soccer cleat celebrates the 2009 Champions League Final to be held in Rome on the 27th of May. As one of the three soccer cleats released for the Champions League Final edition, the Predator PowerSwerve are primarily black in color, with gold and cardinal red detailing. Inside the PowerSwerve a unique Colosseum design is imprinted on the insole to give the soccer cleat the Champions League Final feel.

The new Adidas Predator PowerSwerve features Predator Smart foam on the strike zone that adapts and changes to suit the way you kick the ball, giving you extra power, swerve and control.  In testing the soccer cleat was found to give 3% more force and 8% more swerve compared to the previous model Predator Absolute.

The Dynamic PowerPulse system features a 40g Tungsten powder-filled element that shifts weight in the shoe to where you need it, behind the exact place of impact with the ball to get total power transfer, and better flexibility. 

The comfort of the new Predator PowerSwerve has been taken to a new level with an Adiprene insert for increased comfort from the first step to the last step. The sockliner is thicker and more has more cushion than in previous Predator versions.

• Predator technology in the forefoot for more power, swerve and ball contact.
• Lightweight microfibre synthetic upper for soft, glove-like fit.
• Two-density asymmetrical external heel counter for optimal comfort, fit and stability.
• adiPRENE insert in the sockliner offers cushioning. 
• Split Traxion FG outsole for grip and comfort on firm, natural surfaces.
• Weight: 11.2 oz.

The Adidas Predator PowerSwerve is worn by Steven Gerrard, David Beckham, Raul, Michael Ballack and Dimitar Berbatov to name a few. Be like them and buy the Adidas Predator Powerswerve Rome from Soccer.com.

Also check out the other new Adidas limited edition Rome colorways - the adiPure II and F50.9 TUNiT.