Review: Asics Lethal Stats SK

The Asics Lethal Stats SK is a moderately priced boot with some interesting technologies added in that you don’t see on your every day pair of soccer shoes. They have a 10 millimeter raised heel, and a very interesting stud configuration, suggesting that they are not your average soccer shoe. They are certainly unique, but are they worth a place in your kitbag?

The Verdict 

Design - 5/10

Comfort - 8/10

Performance - 6/10

Value - 7/10

Positives:

1. Traction on hard ground: If you live in an area where you are often playing on hard dry pitches, the Lethal Stats might just be a godsend.
2. Joint relief: I can say these are some of the easiest boots on my joints that I have ever worn.
3. Value: In terms of MSRP, the Lethal Stats is comparable to the second tier releases of the big three companies, and is competitive in terms of quality. Considering that the sale price of this boot is closer to £75, it is practically a steal.

Negatives:

1. Mesh tongue: The mesh tongue really does not fit in with the rest of the boot and negatively impacts protection and shooting.
2. Unsuitability in the rain: When it gets wet out, the traction benefits are negated.