Frag Out! Magazine
Issue link: https://fragout.uberflip.com/i/693549
I would rather question the declared self-clean- ing function of the tread. When there is more mud, the tread gets clogged and must be cleaned manually. One has to remember that excessive "dragging" on the surface will destroy the boots in a year – they were designed to provide low weight and high comfort. That is why the low durability is an obvious feature. The boots should bring the best results in the field – after a longer period of usage in town, concrete and asphalt will most certainly abrade the soles. Rabbi's review I use low-cut XA Pro 3D's – most- ly during indoor sport tainings or in the summer used when I'm out- doors. I do not use them much when I'm in town, because that is not their "natural habitat". The rubber of the sole is really soft – it provides great grip (especially on tartan tracks), but, at the same time, quickly wears off on concrete and asphalt. On sec- ond thought, the producer declares the low durability of those boots – one or two years, they will do well for that period Initially, I did not trust the Quicklace system. All in all, those are just thin ropes with some plas- tic drawstring... It appeared that the system works really well, efficiently balancing feet inside the boots (the design of the sole and the sole counter - high and firm - are a good feature here), without showing a tendency for wearing off or loosening. Of course, I heard of one event that happened to a friend of mine. The laces got worn already in the second week of usage, but the www.fragoutmag.com