A long, detailed and honest review-
I picked these up for my daughter, as the school softball season was approaching. Now I'll be very honest- she has a pair of Ni*e cleats from last season that still look new and are still in great shape, but I figured a crisp new pair would be proper for the school team (not the league). She absolutely LOVES these and prefers them over the other pair (which she hasn't worn a single time since getting these). There's no denying that these are just awesome! I mean...it makes sense considering Rip-it IS softball!These arrived quick, each cleat stuffed with paper to keep their shape, well protected, surrounded by tissue and packed in a sturdy shoe box. These were flawless upon arrival, with no spots, smudges/flaws from the factory, they weren't crushed or deformed and they were void of any unusual or unpleasant odors.The overall construction and quality is outstanding! These are made with excellent materials that are durable, strong and suprisingly easy to keep clean. They can survive the daily abuse of getting thrown in and out of and softball bag (and all the bumps and bangs that sees) along with all the rigorous practices and games, and still keep their shape and preform perfectly.I'm a quality snob (and I'm especially psycho with higher priced items), so I do take the time to check things throughly. I looked at every single stitch on these, every little addition and detail searching for a flaw, but couldn't find a single one. The stitching is sturdy, strong, incredibly clean and impeccably executed. There isn't a single wonky or doubled/tripled stitch or a single thread that was clipped improperly. I didn't see a single spec, string or glob of glue. There's no raw material edges that fray and look messy. These are literally flawless!Before I get into my daughters comments, I'll also add that these are very easy to clean. A quick wipe or brush, and any spots are gone. I don't know if I'm imagining this, but I feel like the cleat doesn't hold mud like others do. Mud doesn't really get locked into these, which is great for me, as it's not getting all over, but perfect for someone who is wearing a shoe specifically for the traction. If mud doesn't cake up in these, traction is better!As soon as my daughter (14yo and INCREDIBLY fussy! It's very rare I buy her something without her approval) saw these, a massive smile lit up her face! It wasn't because of the surprise of new cleats, but because she loves the look of these. I have to second that too- these are just clean and very tidy looking. They aren't overly busy, rather they are simple, almost understated from afar. When you really look at them though, the amount of deatil and work that went into them is amazing. These are pure fire!As per Rip-It suggestion, we ordered half a size up from her usual size. They fit perfect! They don't slip off her foot, no matter what socks she has on, and there isn't a single spot where they pinch or hurt. She said they didn't even feel like cleats on her feet. The footbed is nice and padded and ultimately, the amount of support they give the foot is awesome! She's stable, steady on her feet and no ankle rolling. Coming from a cleat with a narrow toe box (Ni*e is known for that), my daughter said that while her foot feels nice and secure, she LOVES all the room she has for her toes- They aren't crunched. This has been the only season where she isn't complaining that her feet hurt after practice or a game, thanks to these.There's more...You know how softball cleats are typically stiff? How they provide the traction an athlete needs to really 'dig in', but they really don't let the foot move like it would in a running shoe?Well, this isn't any average softball cleat!After she mentioned to me that these 'feel and preform like a running shoe' I started paying attention to her feet and I could literally see the difference! These are flexible, they move, they bend, and they allow the foot to move how it should when running, pivoting, stretching, throwing and catching! Softball has movements that other sports don't, movements that have to be quick and precise, and FINALLY these girls have a shoe that allows them to do all of that, well, and not take away from the traction or overall support! This is massive! It means they can sprint faster, dig in harder and be more comfortable overall.Sure, I heard her when she was telling me this and I believed her (she was excited when she was telling me too), but I'm absolutely amazed that I am able to see the difference with my own eyes!I know this is a long review, but I can't help it! Not only am I impressed with the overall quality of these, I'm thrilled that my daughter loves them too. That love isn't limited to aesthetics and comfort, rather these are literally assisting her in her best season ever! While I'm not taking any credit away from her determination and hard work, we ALL know that anything is possible- in the right shoe!
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Some of the best cleats in the game
Excited when I saw these cleats, as they are really popular with my kids. The fit is spot on and great build quality. Had my daughter wear them for a couple practices before wearing over a tournament weekend, but broken in quick. Styles always change quickly, but these seem popular among younger players.Overall, great cleats and would definitely recommend!
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Brian Bergeron
May 31, 2025
Perfect Softball Cleats!!
I got these cleats for my daughter to replace some worn out older ones. The fact that these are designed with a female foot in mind really make a difference. My daughter let me know that these are the perfect fit, and the most comfortable cleats she has ever worn.The materials used and construction is amazing, and so far, after several months of wear, they have held up extremely well.
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