ONE MONTH REVIEW | Predator Elite Predstrike FG

[@SpenRDA]

It’s great that the control/grip category is so competitive rn, bc it forces the brands to keep innovating to stay on top, and the consumer isn’t left with only one obvious “best in category” boot, and instead gets several good and individually unique options.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Absolutely mate! Such good options there.

[@bigweldindustries]

Hey Noah, my very first boots were a blackout pair of the 2014 World Cup Predator Instincts and your reviews and playtests helped me come full circle and pick up a blackout pair of these 2024 elites and I’m completely in love with them. Keep up the awesome content, cool to see the best boot reviewer on youtube tearing it up at my local pitch!

[@NoahCavanaugh]

That's fantastic mate, so glad to hear it! 🔥

[@gabr131s]

Finally too the plunge and copped these in us 8.5 size, the blue colourway. Decided to go with this size rather than 8 because the 8 were super tight on my feet, I don’t want an uncomfortable boot. I think the 8.5 will mould to my feet better. Can’t wait to try them on the pitch!!

[@NoahCavanaugh]

🫡😎

[@axelho2025]

had the same experience where they felt super tight so i had to size up

[@KeithWong-j1w]

Boot overall is good. But for light color like orange. Very easy get dirty and dirty let the boots looks not good 😅 need clean up after using

[@BenDover-zq6ey]

All boots get dirty, even black ones

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Boots are meant to be WORN! 😎 They'll get dirty no matter what

[@pjam100]

You should be cleaning your boots after using anyway 😆

[@mateomorales7741]

you make my love for boots grow!!

[@NoahCavanaugh]

😈😍

[@dondonoplimo]

Lucky to have copped the blackouts! Sizes are limited in local retail stores and online. Still to try ‘em out and I’m excited!😋

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Sick! Those look awesome 🔥

[@Float1ngG0at]

Noah I think you can help your shots by having your planting foot be a little further from the ball to give you enough swing through on your momentum.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@aaronhackett5889]

I think we have similarly shaped feet. I've found that your recommendations have been excellent. My feet are wide across the toes and taper significantly toward my heel.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I'm glad they've helped mate!

[@jose_palafox]

Love the video man! I personally have experienced cracking on the sole plate and I was very disappointed because this boot is one of my favorites. Definitely top 5 football boot!

[@kevinburola889]

Did Adidas warranty them?

[@ajiteshtalwar787]

Same brotha , but like I feel it’s the translucent material .

[@NoahCavanaugh]

That's a bummer mate! Sorry to hear that

[@mehofourat9758]

Thanks for the video, great as usual. I was about to get a pair in the beautiful white color from the Pearlized pack. However, reading the comments about the soleplate problem, I might get the AG version. Although I hate the solar energy pack, it's the only colorway that offers AG Preds.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Right on mate! I'd imagine some more AG models will come out soon 🔜

[@derbyyank13]

Excellent video. Had been waiting for your full thoughts on these. Totally agree about that rubber band type like fit. You're right that there is such a difficult part of the market, but it's great for us! I definitely to grab a pair of these non fold over tongue one of these.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Hell yeah! I'm stoked to hear your thoughts on the non-fold over version. Definitely the most "performance ready" out of the three models

[@derbyyank13]

@@NoahCavanaugh Thanks! Yeah, definitely seems to be that way. I mean, I absolutely love the tongue but, the non tongue seems to be the way to go.

[@AnNguyen-di8ir]

waiting this video for a month, once again, great jobs from u❤️‍🔥

[@NoahCavanaugh]

🔥

[@Luaone]

I would still prefer my tekela pros than these, something about the fit and feel and soleplate just beats the predator for me. Sadly i was hoping to use my pair of predators, but they are not made for wide feet.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Fair enough mate! I'm in a similar boat to you I reckon 🔥

[@rays8346]

Yes they are the best I had Predator since came out and I didn't like last 3 to 4 years but this new one they are the best

[@NoahCavanaugh]

They're sick aye! 🔥

[@themanmiles95]

Just got the solar energy elite ag. Thanks for your videos

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Class mate! 🤝

[@themanmiles95]

@@NoahCavanaughdo you think there will be a big different between the ag studs and the fg studs? I mainly only play on turf.

[@BillyPheonix4]

@@themanmiles95how have you found the AG studs? I only play AG really but I’m worried I won’t have enough grip

[@braidangovan5889]

I had these exact boots but sadly the felt like the suffocated my foot, In training I had to keep stopping to undo my laces and when i took my boot off my foot felt the biggest relief when the blood for flowing again, and i had the correct size and everything

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Sorry to hear that mate! Maybe a different model next time 😎

[@GSicKz]

Thanks for the review! How would you say is the sizing for this boot?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

True to size.

[@KeeperCharlie]

I got a blackout FG boot and I am a bit afraid to use it on AG field. I really don't like the fact that they barely make any colorway for AG version. Still debating I should not use these on AG fields.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Fair enough mate! I find them totally suitable for AG

[@HahaDamn]

@@NoahCavanaughpretty sure there’s increased risk of knee injury from wearing FG on AG

[@rodufccarpecatchersclan1146]

Great video - love your videos please keep them coming!

[@NoahCavanaugh]

3x a week mate 🫡

[@perinnguyen3377]

A video for 1 month review of the Laceless versiom please, i wanna see if the lockdown is bad

[@NoahCavanaugh]

It is mate! Not great at all

[@syafiqrifat4555]

THIS WHAT I WAITING FOR !

[@NoahCavanaugh]

🫡

[@rhodalynnavato4234]

Can you make a video/tutorial on proper way of cleaning our boots? been searching across youtube but all I see is outdated videos which is very frustrating since materials used on boots wayback is different from now tia

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Might do, yeah!

[@yasseralshahrani8278]

Until now this is the Best football boot I waer in my life

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Love to hear that!

[@shernur7649]

Hi Noah, great video as always! What would you pick between Adidas Predator elite and ASICS DS light X-fly 5 ? And why? Looking forward to your response! Thanks

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Thank smate! oooo those are both SO SO SO GOOD. Probably the Asics mate 🤝 Can't beat those in terms of heel

[@milansl7]

I got the laceless ones and they fit me really well 🔥 Hows the touch on the ball compared to the x crazyfast?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

That's class mate! Touch is awesome, I prefer it to how plasticky the crazyfast feels

[@lukadosen4161]

Hey Noah, you make such god videos I just wanted to say that and something else I think I am the only fan from croatia.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I appreciate you mate! 🤝🇭🇷

[@CurtisB28]

Unfortunately they don't do the 4g model in Junior, and the 2g/3g version is a different shape, would you say the elite FG moulds would be fine on AG?

[@CurtisB28]

Just to add: Unisport's review said the mould is a little long, and therefore should take that into account when on AG surfaces

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Such a shame mate! And yep, per my reviews the FG plate is just fine on AG

[@CurtisB28]

@@NoahCavanaugh Ended up binge watching your review videos anyway! Appreciate the reply!

[@garibaldisc]

Normal F50 or pred without the tongue? Is the weight difference significant and does the tongue make a difference for the better?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Pred all day

[@garibaldisc]

@NoahCavanaugh thanks!!

[@Scotty9]

Great video! I'm looking at getting the white fg version for use on 3g pitches. Have you used them on 3g pitches mate?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Thanks mate! Yes, they're just fine

[@evangelospanayiotischadjia6026]

Is there a one moth review of the Mizuno Morelia neo 4 beta coming ??

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yes

[@anthonyong2032]

Love your work

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Thank you mate!

[@gk.edits_8171]

hiNoah! Does the new puma future 7 ultimate has the same durability problems with the previous generation of puma! Im looking forward to buy puma

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Haven't worn them much yet mate, that will have to be a Future (punn definitely intended) video 😎

[@AshWright89]

great review! its such a shame that the white colour way is a completely different material to every other colour 🥹 it just ruins the feel

[@NoahCavanaugh]

They're the same material mate, just a different finish on top of the upper... unfortunately the feeling is quite different as you've said. Wouldn't worry too much about it though, more matte colors will come out soon

[@Amr77t]

Interesting review, would you prefer these or the latest tekela v4+ pro? The strike zones look overly grippy for a dry ag surface

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Probably not mate! I really enjoy the tekela 😎

[@nrahman99]

I love this boot. Unfortunate that the build quality is atrocious. My sole plate cracked and I had a huge crack/break going through my heel. Managed to get my money back from adidas but I bought another pair lol

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Sorry to hear you had a bad experience! Hopefully that was just a fluke

[@campbellnguyen8889]

how long did they last before breaking?

[@CarlosGonzalez-dk8oh]

What’s with Adidas soleplates and studs quality, my son has had numerous adidas shoes . He has had different models over the years , most recently the previous Predator to these which had the stud break off after 3 months. A Con against Adidas is they don’t give you your money back , only replacement or voucher . They also take long time to decide 2-4 wks , still waiting at this time . Nike gives you your money back. All these shoes cost a lot of money but made out of garbage. Regards Frustrated parent . Fyi love your reviews.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

That's a bummer mate, sorry to hear that! Usually that can happen if the player plays on short / older AG pitches with a pair of FG shoes. Might be worth looking into the AG model if your son enjoys how the predator feels!

[@CarlosGonzalez-dk8oh]

@@NoahCavanaugh Wish that was the case he plays on top 5 University team in Canada and L1 Ontario Pro AM LEAGUE . How I know about Nike is that he broke a stud on AG Model of the Mercurial . Maybe it’s his size 6’3” 190 lbs . Some of his teammates have had similar experiences however.

[@uvzz]

FGs shouldn't be worn on ANY AG pitch - old or new, short or long.

[@bouboeboub5048]

​@@uvzzwhy? Im considering buying the predator elite fg to play on ag pitches. I shouldnt do this ? Can you explain why pls

[@uvzz]

@bouboeboub5048 up to you, if you care about your joints, don't buy them. it's not worth the risk, and they won't improve your game. Just get the AGs.

[@geckodefence5242]

Better than the phantom gx 2? I`m currently playing with the gx 1 and looking for new boots

[@Pindropphotog]

He said for him the gx. I prefer the gx1 most. It really depends on your fit

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I have an entire video comparison mate!

[@geckodefence5242]

@@NoahCavanaugh i watched this one, you said you‘d play with the phantom 2 however the pressurise is the better one overall. My question now is, when im going with the pressurise am I going to be disappointed as Ím playing with the gx1 rn

[@Menoo63]

In some videos, the problem with the Predator is the heel, where it peels off. Do you also have the problem or someone else. Would you choose the Predator or Tiempo 10

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I don't have that issue at all mate! Predator > Tiempo every day of the week.

[@Menoo63]

@@NoahCavanaughThank you 🔥

[@alialbari8278]

Hey mate, I was wondering what size to get for my Wefoot grip socks I’m a foot size 9.5 US so not sure to go medium or large, and I prefer the sock to go higher my calf, not sure if the the sizing makes a difference to the length of the sock. Thank you

[@NoahCavanaugh]

If you like the socks to go higher, go for a L!

[@elliotolander6106]

When is One Month Review of the GX 2 coming out?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Soon

[@Npzq]

Hi Noah! Sorry a little out of context but where do you do these trainings or kick about in Melbourne Australia?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Depends on the day mate!

[@Npzq]

@@NoahCavanaugh possible to leak some info about the locations? Hahaha 😋

[@Nico_Lim]

Nice review and sharing.. so So do you recommend playing on the AG field? I mean this is FG stud, is it ok to play on an AG field? Any issue like movement or grip feel on AG field? Thanks before man

[@NoahCavanaugh]

They're suitable for AG as well mate 🤝 No issues!

[@williamarthur1491]

Hi Noah, great review. I just wanted to get your opinion on boot sizing, I’m looking to get the tekela low but my feet are about 1/4 in size difference (left one smaller), should I stick with my normal size becuase of this or still size up as I’m worried the left boot will be too big if I size up ? Thank you

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Up 1/2 size for the Tekela 🤝

[@antonioventrone5369]

I play on AG most of the time. Should I buy preds or gx2 fg? (Gx2 ag is too expensive)

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Whichever one fits you the best mate!

[@ra1demelo927]

I heard the control frame outsole has problems with durability. Did you have any problems with the outsole???

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Not at all mate

[@danielmorrison7298]

I bought a pair and I’ve been reading the sole plate is cracking on these which is making me scared to play in them.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I wouldn't worry too much mate, you still have warrenty

[@OvOCuyo]

Does the upper stretch at all? I have really wide feet and wear my true size with Mizuno Morelia II’s (found those thanks to your reviews 🙏🏾) but I tried on a pair of these in store, and they fit but I’m wondering if they stretch at all or if they have any leather like feel on feet. I also wonder if there are any spots in the forefoot area that might be tight or uncomfortable or if that area stretches a little

[@NoahCavanaugh]

A little bit, yes!

[@Wariotelli4]

Why does the stud pattern look identical to the AG speedflows that I don’t wear anymore except a bit longer.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Most of Adidas' boots run the same stud pattern with different shapped studs 😅

[@mtamermtm1726]

Yo bro I used this boots for 2 weeks,and someone stepped on my foot while wearing the boots a small piece of the rubber elements was removed what should I do

[@NoahCavanaugh]

mmm that's just product of wearing your boots properly my friend 🤝 As long as the structural integrity of the upper is fine, keep playing in them!

[@mtamermtm1726]

​@@NoahCavanaughDid you also have the same problem now after 2 more sessions there are 3 parts that are removed completely dw I don't treat the boots bad idk whats wrong

[@giovanniaiello-pang194]

Would you say the heel lockdown is at least an upgrade vs the accuracy’s? I’m hesitant to go in on these bc the accuracy’s heel slippage was bad for me and really turned me off.

[@Luaone]

Did you have the lows? I would say the lockdown is pretty good very snug all around.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yes, definitely an upgrade over the Accuracy all around!

[@anharraiardi8631]

I'm looking to up from the Previous predators (the accuracy), have tried these new ones in the store and they fit kinda snug on the same size but wondering on a longer playing time do you think they'll feel similar on the pitch with the same size? I have kinda super wide feed (i think like you in the middle area) and the previous preds was a heaven in how they fit. in terms for wide feet would you recommend more these or the GX II as i haven't tried them on but people tell me the GXs are more accommodating to wider feet

[@NoahCavanaugh]

They feel WAY better in my opinion than the Accuracy over time. Once you break them in they feel like a second skin!

[@alexanderavila563]

Any modern recommendations for a vapor xiii kind of feel? Snug all the way around, heel locked down, heel support and cushioning, narrow.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Hmm if you want knit, I’d probably go for the Furon!

[@alexanderavila563]

@@NoahCavanaugh I’ve never worn knit. Only vapor 8’s with full carbon plate and hypervenoms first gens. I want something lightweight, tight fight and comfortable. Maybe the new air zooms?

[@carloscastro5726]

I’ve seen some videos about the sole plate cracking. Have you had any problem with that?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Not at all

[@yannabgrall3820]

Salut Noah et merci pour tout. Je porte 11 us dans quasiment toutes les chaussures Nike et bizarrement 10.5 dans certains adidas, selon toi je pars sur 10.5 ou 11? Encore merci pour tout

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Si vous portez déjà du 10,5 chez Adidas, je resterais avec ça !

[@Lee-x5v2g]

Which do you recommend crazyfast or predator? (I’m winger!! My strength is speed, but i dont like speed play!)

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Depends on your foot shape mate, has absolutely nothing to do with the position you play! 🤝

[@c3vanss358]

Do you think these in white would be easy to clean and keep fresh

[@NoahCavanaugh]

They've already done one 👀

[@Rhdjakqkkqk]

Since i have read the comments and reviews ,i am scared to buy adidas predator ,i love them and want to buy but i play on ag pitch and i have read comments that say their stud got broke and their soleplate crushed.Are they for ag pitch please respond ❤

[@NoahCavanaugh]

You can also just buy the AG model 🫡

[@Rhdjakqkkqk]

@@NoahCavanaugh review on new f50+ red ones pls,i wana get them lace less but i have a wide feet

[@idkidk1709]

Hey bro, question, I have the phantom gx2 rn because I have a wide foot and they fit greatly! Are these boots good for wider feet? And Ive heard they are a bit rigid, and are they true to size?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

GX2 is better for wider feet mate 🤝 sizing is here: www.noahcavanaugh.com/product-page/football-boot-sizing-guide

[@idkidk1709]

@@NoahCavanaugh Ty man

[@uncleR9]

So all over laced or lace less for an under 17 semi pro footballer 😊

[@NoahCavanaugh]

laced ALWAYS

[@ionutonicala]

Will be a one month review for tounge version ?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yes

[@benderalturki8580]

Hi Noah i am between Nike superfly 9 and Predator 30. Which u prefer ?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Whichever YOU fit in mate

[@benderalturki8580]

İ want to hear ur prefer Noah. Cause I trust u and watching all your videos

[@stanleyyu7108]

is there any difference with the foldover tongue version for the upper? Or is it exactly the same?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Not at all, it's the exact same

[@Cass570]

Know this is a one-month review, but how long have you played on these to date? Heard some reviews that they don't last very long. Any durability concerns?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Not at all mate, I've worn my other colorways a bunch

[@nickthebawss1]

One month review for the gx 2 coming soon?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yep

[@ranz_official_]

Is the sole separation bad because I bought them and I’m worried about the sole separating in a month or 2

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Not at all mate

[@franciscosylva2327]

Hi mate, how you doing? I have a question; You recommend going true to size? Because I've always been 8US in all predators. I try the laceless one in the adidas store in 8US and it fits well I think. There is a very little space between the toe and the boot, I feel it adjusted to the foot, but not bothering (At least walking) and then I tried the 8.5US and obviously there is much space, but not that much. Less than a finger, but getting contact with a football ball there, it feels a little bit large, don't know why, like less control on it, but overall was comfortable too, but I'm scared if I go for the 8US, it bothers me running on the toe area. Just walking with 8US, feels really well, so you think it's ok? I had the X speed portal laceless in 8US, and it really hurts running and playing, but I think this predators are a little bit wider than the x, so maby there is no problem going 8US knowing I've been always that size on predator. What do you think? Stay tuned to your answere mate.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Gotta watch all my reviews mate! I show sizing in basically every video 🤝 I would go with an 8 from what you've described

[@franciscosylva2327]

@@NoahCavanaugh Perfect mate! Gonna watch them and thank you for your reply. Im going for the 8US 👌🏻

[@Freejamellynw]

you convinced me to buy them but im a tekky winger and i have wide foot and i think its fine but i fear them on the change of direction or when i try skills you can help me pls? this year i wear crazy fast .1 messi but i wanted to try pred

[@Freejamellynw]

its better laceless or lace for better lockdown when i skill

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I always say go with laced boots because of the performance benefits mate.

[@Freejamellynw]

@@NoahCavanaughthanks

[@Freejamellynw]

@@NoahCavanaugh thanks you fr im grateful that i talk to you you were right are amazing i ve try them today the citrus pack with lace incredible boots

[@hoteltrivago2580]

Are these more narrow in the forefoot than new balance tekela because i found that the new balance are slipping when i play and i have right sizing because my toes have like 2mm room

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yes, the NB are wider in every part of the shoe

[@hoteltrivago2580]

​@@NoahCavanaughi think i have really narrow feet because i got them and they were still sliding on my foot when chanching directions but im selling them so would you reccomend me some football boots for really narrow feet

[@asmerth448]

Has the the sole plate cracked or any or any part of the boot break or come off?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Nope

[@joshratnam40]

Are you playing for a team in Australia these days?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I'm not mate!

[@anonym_2129]

Hi, should i take the same Size from my GX1 and GX2?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yes

[@karloljulj5230]

Hey will there be a phantom gx2 one month review?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Definitely!

[@j.h.17]

How would you compare them to the predator instinct in size and fit ?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

I didn't wear the instinct so I'm not sure mate

[@patitoduck123]

Very similar except the instinct was wider. You’re probably safe sticking with the same size though. I wore 8.5 in the instinct and both these and the fold over tongue model fit good

[@j.h.17]

@@patitoduck123 thanks. I guess I am sticking to the instinct then. About the only newer boots that I can fit into !

[@strmzwrld6265]

Would u suggest these or Nike tiempo legend 10?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

These!

[@RafasBlizzy]

My normal size is 44 should I buy half size up?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

True to size mate

[@albertusrichard2527]

Which one better this or phantom gx 2?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Depends what you prefer mate, they're both great products

[@berdiaa1072]

Hello,can you help me to tell me,this predator 30 you can shoot more harder ? and adidas x crazyfast boots helps more speed ? sorry for my english

[@NoahCavanaugh]

No, no boot will make you a better player. Get boots that FIT you the best

[@SriramSivakumar-iz3nu]

Goat match boots.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

They're decent for sure mate! 🔥

[@NGprime]

This or predator accuracy for touch n shoot?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

These for all of it 😅

[@NGprime]

@@NoahCavanaugh thx a lot

[@LudvigRonngard2025soccerCM]

Hi Noah, For someone that has struggled recently with getting blisters on the heels from the predator accuracy, Would you recommend me the Predators you just reviewed or the phantom gx2

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Probably the GX2. The Predator Elite is a HUGE improvement on the Accuracy heel area, but the GX is more accomodating in general

[@DarthVader0912]

Has the strikeskin been falling off of your preds?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Not at all mate!

[@DarthVader0912]

Oh wow, you know how to take good care with them

[@Aazeyl199]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@NoahCavanaugh]

🫡

[@CTMoney7]

I have the tongue version and not impressed. This is basically a synthetic adipure but worst. Only pros is the light feel other than that the shooting feels naked. The synthetic doesn't compare to the OG predators. Anyone that has taken shots on these can attest to that.

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Such a bummer you feel that way mate!

[@CTMoney7]

@@NoahCavanaugh just being brutally honest. I don't earn a dime from Adidas. But I don't think these boots are worth $300 maybe $180 top. The materials used are so weak vs a legit leather predator boots. If you have the OG ones do a shooting test and you will see what I mean. My adipures from 10 years ago feel better. I guess I am just upset they are pulling on people's nostalgia for a high price.

[@CTMoney7]

@@NoahCavanaugh they are growing on me. Maybe needed to break them in a bit more.

[@HYIKES..]

do they crack

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Nope

[@fs.e7j]

would these be safe for ag

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Yes

[@juliandelmar9954]

is the fg version good enough for 3g ag surfaces?

[@NoahCavanaugh]

yep!

[@campbellnguyen8889]

if i want a more sturdy boot that has some feel to it i should go with the preds rather than the gx2 right and also where do you get your boots

[@NoahCavanaugh]

Preds have a bit more "sturdiness" than the GX2 for sure!