Pele Sports 1962 Review

Being  a lower tier boot to its big brother, the 1970, the 1962 didn't have as many high expectations resting on it. Read more to see how it performed and held up to the 1970.

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First Thoughts

Having already tested the 1970, I was had lower expectations for the 1962. The 1962 is the lower tier boot line, retailing at $140. Right out of the box, these boots felt very similar to the 1970. The leather was somewhat stiff, and felt somewhat uncomfortable at first. The 1962 didn't have the same shiny look that the 1970 had, and it seemed as if the rubber-grip technology had been toned down. I was very excited to get these out on the field!

Comfort

Straight out of the box, these boots were very stiff. This was to be expected however, since the upper is made from a bovine leather. I knew that I would have to put some hours into the boots before they were fully broken in. The heel counter was the stiffest part, but it also put me to ease knowing my ankles were fully protected. Pele Sports have incorporated a high quality insert into the boot, making for a very comfortable experience. I felt that whenever I stepped, there was a nice cushion to land on. This helped for full length games, for I experienced no aching during the game. Overall, I was pleased with the comfort of these boots after the break in period, for the boot's leather began to mold to my foot.

Durability

Since this boot weighs in at 11.6 oz, I knew that it was built to last. The premium materials that Pele Sports incorporate insure that the boot will stay together through all conditions. I was pleased with the durability, and found almost no issues with them. The only issue is with the color, for it tends to scuff easily. This isn't a major factor however, and I take nothing away from the 1962. This is a hard category for me, because I can't seem to find any other problems durability wise. Great job by Pele Sports for creating a long lasting boot, something all soccer players need.

Performance

Performance wise, I was very pleased with the 1962. Not to jump the gun or anything, but I actually preferred these over the 1970 for games. One of my main issues with the 1970 was with the Dual Friction Technology, which was designed to deliver better grip on the ball. I felt like this was unnecessary, for I kept finding myself with the ball glued to my feet, not allowing for close-quartered dribbling. Even though the 1962 is advertised to have the same Dual Friction Technology, I found that it was less prominent on the 1962, something that I favored. I didn't feel like the ball was glued to my foot, and I found that dribbling was a lot more natural. Another issue I had with the 1970 was the reduction of power in my shots (something that I still can't explain). I found this to be non-existent in the 1962, and my shots were fairly normal. I was very pleased with the performance of the 1962, and would purchase another pair in the future.

Negatives

Nothing major to report here. For the first time, a boot has left me somewhat stumped on negatives. The only thing I could think of is the colorway and break in period. The color scuffs very easily, and takes time to clean. This is a given with all white boots though, and Pele Sports has other colorways to choose from. I would recommend the Amazon Green colorway to anyone who is looking to avoid heavy cleaning. The break in period is somewhat extensive, but the boot feels great once broken in. Kudos to Pele Sports!

1970 or 1962?

This was the main question that I sought out to answer when I tested these boots. Honestly, I would have to say that I favor the 1962 over the 1970. The leather is still very high quality in the 1962, and provided for a great experience. Whether it was intentional or not, I found the reduction of the Dual Friction Technology  helped boost the boots performance. However, if you want to experience a full Kangaroo leather upper, then the 1970 would be your choice. I think that midfield players would also favor the 1970, but other than that, I believe players will enjoy the 1962. And since it costs less than the 1970, it can fit a lot of players budgets. Both quality boots, but the 1962 has my vote.

Recap

The 1962 is a wonderful boot, delivering optimal performance. The break in period is somewhat uncomfortable, but that is to be expected with any full leather boot. Overall, I enjoyed the performance of the boot. It is a great boot that all players need in their arsenal! No matter what position, I recommend this boot to any player. And for a fair price of $140 dollars, the 1962 is a must have.

Comfort: 8/10   Durability: 9/10   Performance:  9/10    Value:  9/10    OVERALL: 8.75/10

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