Under Armour Hydrastrike II Play Test
The next boot to step onto the SoccerBible Play Test ground is the new Under Armour HydraStrike Pro II. It's starting to look as if the 2012/13 season will be the year where Under Armour mount a serious charge to establish themselves amongst the Premier League's top brands. Having already provided Tottenham Hotspur with one of the most impressive replica collections in the league, it's time to see what their new boots have to offer...
Over 35% lighter than the 2011 model, the Hydrastrike Pro returns for a second generation weighing in at 223 grams. Under Armour have once again packed the boots with a host of technologies, including 4D Foam, Micro G, Corespeed and H2Oi Water Intelligence.
Time to smash a few balls into the back of the net... as well as sending a few into orbit! Striking the ball in the Under Armour HydraStrike Pro II is enhanced by a padded tongue that moulds to the top of your foot combined with the asymmetrical lace system and hidden lace loops which maximise the striking area.
Under Armour haven't packed the HydraStrike Pro II with an technologies that aid shooting as the HydraStrike is primarily the brand's control silo. But the leather upper generates a powerful and clean connection in typical leather fashion.
The Under Armour HydraStrike Pro II is a strong all-round football boot. A tough and durable boot that feels as if it will last a fair few seasons. We were impressed with the new H20i Water Intelligence technology which keeps the boot light in wet conditions and for less than £100 we reckon it's money well spent.
