OK.....so after all the hype from Richard I get a pair of the Hummel 4.2 boots. Second game, the leather splits badly. so much for this special WR Premiership stuff.....not impressed. Never had this problem with my copa's.......am very annoyed. In my opinion.......nowhere near as good as K-leather.

They will be returned ASAP.........and a new pair of copa's bought. Something I know I can trust.

Do you have any pictures of the issue? I would be interested to take a look. Also, which model did you get?

As discussed a lot here, we have been testing the boots on pro players for quite some time, and have never had any problem with the material!

Cheers,

R

your a joke until you provide pictures

(Ed by Nipper - no need for that. )

Happy to take that up with you personally SUSCkuna if you like......idiot. You'll be the joke matey.

I will try to post pictures next week. No problem with that. Just have to host it with a mates domain.

Pictures of the rip. Also interesting my mate pointed out that there is like a white looking material glued to the leather and loads of foam. So how the hell can that be breathable???? Very suss now.....

As for the shoe itself. well it feels lightweight, but really wasn't that comfy, and felt rather unstable somehow. Hey just my opinion, but back to the drawing board I say.......sorry Richard but you need this feedback I reckon.

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Hi,

Thanks for the feedback and pics. I really do appreciate it.

As mentioned, this is the first issue like this I have ever seen, after testing for more than 6 months. It could be a manufacturing issue, or something to do with the use. What kind of ground were you playing on? Turf? Hard Ground? Regular pitch?

As for the white lining and foam you mention, I cant really see on your pictures, and dont know how this would be visible from the small hole you show, but....this white lining is canvas reinforcement. It is very common for boots use this reinforcement, and it is very important to keep the shape of a boot, especially leather boots. This reinformcent prevents the upper from stretching out, and helps it mold to the foot. It is totally breathable, and is only in the font vamp area of the boot.

The foam you mention is also a common feature. Almost all boots have some foam in the upper to make a nice soft fit, and help with comfort and touch. Again, thsi material does not affect breathability at all.

Of couse I am open to opinions, but I must say I am very surprised to hear about your feeling on fit, comfort and stability. Especially with this boot, which features a very standard fit and stud pattern. The studs you may notice are in the exact same position as the Copa.

Best Regardsm

Richard