The Adidas Ace 16.1 Primeknit have one standout feature: the techfit collar. However, that is not the highlight of the shoe for me. The highlight is Adidas's Primeknit material. That being said, I will still give my opinion on both features.
The techfit collar is Adidas's response to Nike's dynamic fit collar. Now there are differences if you thought they are the same. Nike's comes up a little higher on the ankle and does lend an "extra layer" feeling. Adidas's sits a little lower on the ankle and practically feels like nothing. I kind of like it because it helps keep a secure fit without intruding on your touch (on the ball). All in all though, the shoe would be just as great without it because the Primeknit material is the key.
Adidas's Primeknit upper feels almost like a mesh material that's holes was filled in with a jelly, water resistant material. I know, that's a weird description, but that's my honest reaction. It is very soft, but still thin so you do not get that "too much cushion" feel on the ball. That being said, it does offer enough thickness to protect you foot. Having the Primeknit material as a shell around the inner "sock" that makes up the techfit collar makes for a really nice, soft shoe.
Overall, it's a pretty innovative shoe. I like that Adidas responded to Nike by creating the techfit collar and I honestly like it better. With a lightweight Adidas Sprintframe slapped on the bottom, it' a really nice soccer cleat.
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