Have a few question for you more experienced people.

Was thinking of buying this shingaurd Nike Mercurial Alpha Lite at £20, is it worth it paying the extra £10 compared to the standard £10 shingaurds?
http://www.prodirectsoccer.com/prodinfo.as...RH=alpha%20lite
They'll be worn without any football socks, as i only play non-competitive football (but have still been ending up getting bruised a lot lately).

My Main worry is, will it stay in place or move about, or will i need to buy these Nike Gaurd Stays as well?
http://www.prodirectsoccer.com/prodinfo.as...20Stays%20White

and lastly what the hell are these things, called sock ties and ankle strap?

http://www.prodirectsoccer.com/prodinfo.as...RAND=1&SS=1
http://www.prodirectsoccer.com/prodinfo.as...RAND=9&SS=1

I'm kind of confused given all the variety and no obvious differences. I need a light and comfortable shingaurd that won't move about, that's all, and the nike sleeve ones seem like a better bet than velcro strap on's that look like they could stop blood flow.

Anyone have experience with these items, your answers would be appreciated.

i don't actually have the shinpads myself but if you are not wearing football socks i think the shinpad will move around quite a lot, and the guard stays might help a bit.
the adidas sock ties are the same as guard holders.
i recommened getting shinpads with straps if you dont wear football socks.

guess you have a point, without socks they are going to be probably very loose. Damn, that means i'm back to square one, need to find a shingaurds and don't knwo which one.