Nike have finally unveiled the next generation of the CTR Maestri series, the Nike CTR360 Maestri III.
Set to be worn by the likes of Andres Iniesta, the new 9.2 oz CTR360 Maestri III has a whole host of new features.
The upper is composed of a Kanga-Lite synthetic material that should offer a great touch and a more durable boot. While the innovative new All Conditions Control technology ensures that you get the same level of touch in wet and dry situations.
We’ve compared to the design on the upper to the surface of the moon, with the dimples meant to increase the amount of friction and in turn aid touch and control. Asymmetrical lacing also provides for a great striking zone.
Arguably the most important feature on any CTR past and present, the pass pad has received an overhaul. Fins of varying sizes make up the pass pad and are meant to maximize control with the ball and make passing and receiving the ball that much easier.
The soleplate of the new CTR has been touted as more responsive than ever before thanks to 360 degree stud placement. As a midfielder is constantly in tight space and makes quick, sharp turns, the conical and bladed studs on either side of the soleplate should ensure comfort as well as a reactive boot.
The Nike CTR360 Maestri III are available for pre-order now but will only be hitting shelves on August 1st. Are you liking Nike’s latest control boot? Leave your comments in the section below.
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no one seems to be mentioning how the new passpad really works. looks too gimmicky to be honest.
I think that’s because nobody knows how exactly it works in the first place. We’ll see how it fares when we get the boots for review!
I meant, I’d have expected Nike to have provided more information on how it worked. As it is Soccerbible merely mentions that its a revamped passpad with differing fins that’s about it.
Its not a slight on you guys or anyone, just quite surprised that they didnt mention it. I spoke to my local retailer who had tried it out and he kinda explained to me already though aha.
Do you know the weight yet? Do you have any pictures of the other colorway?
Hey David,
While we can’t confirm exactly what they weigh at the moment, they are considerably lighter than the currently CTRs.
Thanks
The weight is 9.2 oz. You can confirm it here http://www.soccer.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1&Ne=21&N=4294960675+427+4294959028+4294958514&Product_Id=7920905
Will these be available on Nike ID then? For such a successful boot I always wondered why Nike didn’t push it further
From what we’ve seen floating around on the web, we do believe they’ll be available on NikeID, however we’re not 100% sure!
seems the LZ’s were WAAAAY moreb hyped up.
weight please. Also red and black colorway?
No specific weight released yet, but lighter than the last edition. Red and black colourway is the secondary launch colourway and (I think) should be released in the next couple of days.
i think they look okay in these pictures but hideous on the pro’s wearing them.
I believe these will be a huge hit with the public as they look brilliant on the pitch!