adidas F50 Xite Soccer Ball

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Product Features

• Futuristically styled with wavy graphics
• Built with triangular panels of varying sizes for an optimal round and smooth surface
• Made from 60 percent thermoplastic elastomerics, 30 percent thermoplastic polyurethane and 10 percent polyester
• Butyl bladder for longer air retention and a lower bounce
• Use for training or gameplay

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Optimal for training on all surfaces, the adidas F50 Xite Soccer Ball is possibly the most control-friendly ball ever produced. Its revolutionary panel shape--with a unique mix of triangular and diamond shapes--and improved carcass construction provide a smooth kicking surface to ensure consistent accuracy and power with every shot. This stylish ball is also accented with wavy, futuristic graphics.

Kick your game forward with the control-friendly, stylish adidas F50 Xite ball.

The machine-stitched construction ensures soft touch and high durability. This low-rebound ball is made from 30 percent thermoplastic polyurethane, 60 percent thermoplastic elastomerics, and 10 percent polyester. Polyurethane (PU) soccer balls offer a synthetic material that feels much like leather, but are scuff- and water-resistant thanks to the rubbery elastomers. This ball also has a glossy coating for additional protection.

At the core of the ball is the butyl bladder, which offers many of the same properties as latex but does not stretch and thus makes the ball feel harder and have a lower bounce. Butyl is also non-porous, helping the ball stay inflated longer.

Soccer Ball Sizes

• Size 3: 23- to 24-inch circumference, weighs 11-12 ounces; smallest and are generally used for children under the age of 8
• Size 4: 25- to 26-inch circumference and weighs 12-13 ounces; used for players between the ages of 8-12
• Size 5: 27- to 28-inch circumference and weighs 14-16 ounces; international standard match ball for ages 12 and older (including all adult play)

About adidas
The vision of company founder Adolf Dassler has long become reality, and his corporate philosophy the guiding principle for successor generations. The idea was as simple as it was brilliant. Adi Dassler’s aim was to provide every athlete with the best possible equipment. It all began in 1920, when Adi Dassler made his first shoes using the few materials available after the First World War.

The adidas name dates back to 1948, deriving from the first two syllables of Adi Dassler’s first and last name. One year later, Adi Dassler registered the Three Stripes as a trademark. After a period spanning almost 70 years, the Dassler Family withdrew from the company in 1989, and the enterprise was transformed into a corporation ("Aktiengesellschaft"). French-born Robert Louis-Dreyfus was Chairman of the Executive Board from April 1993 to March 2001. It was he who initiated adidas’ flotation on the stock market in November 1995. adidas--a name that stands for competence in all sectors of sport around the globe. Today, the adidas product range extends from shoes, apparel and accessories for basketball, soccer, fitness and training to adventure, trail and golf.

Product Description
Butyl bladder for best air retention. Machine-stitched construction (nylon-wound carcass/TPU) ensures soft touch and high durability. This low-rebound, durable ball is designed to meet the requirements of Free Football.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000OL0XDO
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #20,568 in Sports & Outdoors (See Bestsellers in Sports & Outdoors)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great ball, May 21, 2008

By	Julie A. Stanley "TravelSoccerMom" (Nokesville, VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Bought these for my 11 year olds who play travel soccer. The balls are a hit at practice--everyone wants to use them. They look good and feel good on the field. Love the stitching. Would definitely buy more.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kids Love this Ball, May 5, 2008

By	Ellen D. Berris - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm a coach for a U9 and U12 soccer team. I purchased this ball just to add dollars to my order to get the free shipping. To my surprise, the ball was great quality and since I only had one ball, both my kids fight over it for their soccer practice. It's soft for head shots but a good feel and control for kicks. I'm surprised that one ball can be so different. I'm ordering more today!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Performs like a Soccer Ball, February 8, 2008

By	V. Ziccardi (So. California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Bought this product for my 13 year old daughter. She claims that it is "excellent". Delivered on time. Good quality.

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