PUMA King & King SL Football Boots - Black/White/Red
After a statement launch, PUMA unveil a more classic looking King and King SL boot in a black, white and red colour scheme. PUMA's most notorious boot is fast becoming a hybrid with overtures of speed and control, thanks in part to the trimmed down super-light version, so here's a look at both the new Kings in unison.
It's the challenge continually faced by PUMA's design team - how to re-engineer the King for the modern game, yet remain true to such a classic model. The answer has come by further diversifying the range with the SL version, but with a standard issue King that also brings a futuristic design to the table. It's a fresh look, and one that's unrecognisable to previous models. 
Speaking about the new PUMA King, lead wearer Yaya TourÉ said: I ve been working closely with PUMA to help develop the new King boot and I m really pleased with the result. The boot feels great, the design is simple and modern and the performance technologies in the boot help me to optimise my contact with the ball on pitch. 
For the standard model, PUMA stay true to everyone s favourite aspect of the King. The boot upper, made from a super-soft premium leather, adapts to the natural curves of the foot for a glove-like fit. The King's reputation has never wavered when it comes to high quality leather - you'll struggle to find a finer leather boot in the game.
The PUMA King SL strips everything back to a boot that weighs a super-slender 171g - a seriously lightweight boot. The upper is constructed using a Japanese premium microfibre material with leather like properties. The central lacing combines with a new performance tongue. The short, perforated 3D tongue ensures a closer touch and perfect fit.
The lightweight Pebax outsole uses a mix of conical and traction studs to ensure a good balance between flexibility, grip and manoeuvrability, while the external heel counter with classic KING branding gives improved heel fit and stability - perfect for protecting you from those crunching tackles on the heel.
PUMA continue with their AptoLast technology system which helps the boot conform to the natural shape of the foot, providing a snug comfortable fit which improves over time as the boot fully shapes itself to the foot. Don't expect a long break-in period with this boot.
The new Black/White/Red PUMA King and King SL football shoes are available to pre-order now ahead of a January 4th release. The standard versions can be ordered for around £125 GBP / €150 EURO / $200 USD (FG), whilst the King SL retails for around £155 GBP / €185 EURO / $250 USD (FG).
