Radical Redesign - Current-Gen Adidas X 17 vs All-New Next-Gen Adidas X 18
Some weeks ago, we compared the Adidas X 17+ Purespeed football boots with the all-new laceless next-gen Adidas X 18+ football boots. Now we want to compare the alternative, more traditional high-end versions of the silo, the Adidas X 18.1 and the Adidas X 17.1.
Adidas X 17.1 vs X 18.1 Soccer Cleats
Upper
A whole new era for the silo, the next-generation Adidas X 18.1 soccer cleats are made for ultimate speed featuring a completely revamped upper. They have an all-new asymmetrical lacing system, an all-new Speedmesh upper (front area) as well as an all-new speed closure system (rear area). The Adidas X 17.1 featured an one-piece techfit compression upper.
Sole Plate
Just as the upper, the sole plate is also completely new. The Adidas X 18.1 features a ultra-lightweight, minimalistic sole plate that reminds many of the Adidas F50 Adizero sole plate.
Comparison
| Version | Current-Gen Adidas X 17.1 | Next-Gen Adidas X 18.1 |
|---|---|---|
 |  | |
| Upper | One-piece techfit compression upper | Speedmesh upper with asymmetrical lacing and speed closure system |
| NSG (Non-Stop Grip) Technology | ✓ | ✓ |
| Outsole | Sprintframe outsole with 'Chaos' Stud alignment | Minimalistic Speedframe outsole with Arrowhead design forefoot studs and round heel studs |
| Weight | 216 gram (6.8 oz) | ??? |
| Price | 220 USD | 220 Euro | 180 GBP | 200 USD | 200 Euro | 180 GBP |
Adidas X 17.1 vs Adidas X 18.1 Football Boots - Overall
All in all, it can be said that the next-gen Adidas X bring the silo in a new era - The next-generation Adidas X 18.1 football boot is all about speed and acceleration, whereas the Adidas X 17.1 was designed for players who 'create chaos on the pitch'.
The Adidas X 18.1 will be available for around 220 USD (220 Euro, 180 GBP), the same price as the current-gen Adidas X 17.1.
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