I have to admit I was initially skeptical about these adidas Predator Freak.1 Firm Ground shoes. They looked too "fancy" for my liking. But as soon as I tried them on, I believed. First, the Core Black/Grey/White color combination looks elegant and intimidating. I feel like a predator these bad boys just laced up. In addition, the fit is tight and secure, with no feeling of pressure. These little ones don't slip or slide. But let's talk about the true MVP of these boots - Demonskin technology. It looks like little suction cups on the balls of your feet. You can take on any defender with confidence, knowing that Demon Skin will help you stay in control of the ball. It's like having a small army of demons at your feet (in a good way, of course). My only complaint would be the break-in time. These boots are a bit stiff out of the box, but after a few games they will adjust to your feet. Overall, I give the adidas Predator Freak.1 Boots a solid 4 stars. They may look fancy, but they change the game on the pitch.