adidas Predator LZ Football Boots - Green/Black/Electricity
There are few football boots in the world with such unimpeachable credentials as the adidas Predator. A beacon of innovativeness in football boot technology, the Predator still holds its position as the most celebrated boot on the planet (we all know the story). But this latest release might be hard to stomach for some fans.
The launch of the latest Predator LZ rendition confirms something we've known for a few years now. The old adidas Predator, the black, white red boot we all knew and loved, is no more. Superseded by a raft of blazing new technology, technology which has re-shaped (and re-coloured) the iconic silhouette. 
The adidas Predator wrote the rulebook on modern boot design. For nearly two decades, adidas have crafted subtle evolutions of their original 1994 Predator while, for the most part, maintaining its unmistakable identity. But these days, the landscape of the adidas Predator looks slightly different. 
Since the adiPower Predator - a boot that received a hefty amount of fanfare - adidas have moved the Predator further away from its traditional mold. While the new Predator bears the same title as its predecessor, the latest LZ execution brings further quirks and twists in a remoulded, bright green package.
Sure, summer is virtually here and we're all looking to pick up a fresh pair of boots, but a green Predator...at launch? Maybe we shouldn't expect anything different these days, it's 2013 after all. But surely the folks at adidas HQ can hear the huge demand for something a bit more 'Predator'.
So once you look past the design, what about the technology itself? Much like the last model, the new Predator LZ houses five key performance zones. Dribble, first touch, sweet-spot, drive and control/pass. Five zones that combine to create the ultimate control boot. After all, that's what the Predator is nowadays. Impressive nonetheless.
Each zone is designed, engineered and placed according to their specific function. The SL rubber material is welded directly onto the hybridtouch upper material, allowing for less layers and a better feel for the ball. Most noticeably, adidas have increased the surface area of the 'dribble', 'drive' and 'sweet-spot' zones. Moves that were made on pro-players feedback and extensive lab testing. 
We don't think this Predator will have many adidas fans reaching for their wallets, at least not until a more acceptable colourway comes along. They'll be hitting shelves today (17.05.13) at adidas stockists including Pro-Direct Soccer for approx £135 / €165 / $220.
