What To Look For
When shopping for a baseball cleat, choose one that is most appropriate for the surface you'll be playing. Metal studs provide great traction and durability and are best for playing outdoors. Rubber or plastic molded studs are fine for indoors and are sometimes preferred for younger players' safety. Studs also vary by size. Cleats with metal studs can be longer and work well in grass, while shorter stubs that are plastic or rubber work fine on compacted, hard surfaces. In addition, you want your cleats to be lightweight, flexible, of a breathable upper material and solid stitching.
Common Pitfalls
One mistake that shoppers make is assuming that the more expensive the baseball cleats are, the better they are. Cleats should be chosen based on your individual needs not on price. The pricier styles are usually metal cleats, which you need not choose if playing indoors. Sometimes the newer models have superficial details compared to other models, but are identical in other respects. Don't be lured by some of the more expensive Nike brands that boast bold colors combinations.
Where To Buy
Nike cleats can be found at competitive prices most major athletic chains such as Foot Locker, Modell's or Sporting Authority. But if you're looking for the latest in designs in a fun and contemporary environment, then its worth a trip to the Nike Store on West 57th street in New York City to see a full display of choices and receive help from a knowledgeable staff. The Nike Store also has a web site with customer reviews, attribute ratings, the best way to measure your feet to determine your shoe size, a gallery of images, and specific information on the shoe's technology.
Cost
Prices for Nike cleats range from $105 for the Nike Shox Fuse 2 metal cleats, they fall into the $90 range for the highly rated Air Hurrachi series, and are priced as low as $25 for children. Prices are comparable for men and women. Unused merchandise can be returned to your retail store within 30 days. Nike also has the Reuse-A-Shoe program that allows you to donate old shoes to the less fortunate.
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