Lotto Football Boots

Introduction

Lotto, an Italian manufacturer of footwear and technical clothing for sports (primarily football and tennis), was established in June 1973. The first products to hit the shelves were tennis shoes. These were shortly followed by specialist shoes for sports such as basketball, athletics and football. High quality, durable sports clothing was developed shortly after the footwear. During the 1970s, Lotto retained a focus upon the Italian market, emerging as a leading company in the world of tennis. The following decade saw the company start to design specialist football boots. Their growing success started to attract famous names such as Thomas Muster and Ruud Gullit, both sponsored by Lotto during the 1980s and 1990s. The Italian football star, Dino Zoff, wore Lotto football boots in 1982. International growth developed rapidly and the 1990s saw the company focus upon improving the technical side of their products.

The mid-1990s saw tennis legends Boris Becker and Martina Navratilova bear Lotto’s name on their clothing and footwear. The Dutch national team asked Lotto to become their technical sponsor and official supplier in 1994 and the Czech Republic requested the same in 1998. In 1999 Lotto was taken over by a company headed by Andrea Tomat. At this point, the company was renamed Lotto Sport Italia. Tomat was outspoken in his desire to further the strengths of Lotto. He believed these strengths to be dynamism, innovation and quality of design, and an overall passion for sport. Since then, Tomat has focussed upon developing Lotto’s reputation for excellent customer service. Today, Lotto distributes its products in 80 countries, through independent sports stores, specialised chain-stores and large department stores. In 2006, Lotto produced an impressive turnover of 277 million Euros. 15% of this turnover was achieved in the Asia-Pacific area, a region that is becoming increasingly important to Lotto.

Lotto has a proud history of major sponsorships. Luca Toni, Simone Perrotta, Julio Ricardo Cruz and Marek Jankulovski are all proud to wear Lotto football boots. Teams that have signed sponsorship deals with Lotto include Italy’s Fiorentina, Palermo and Udinese, Holland’s NEC Nijmegen, France’s Sochaux and Nice, Germany’s Mainz and Borussia Monchengladbach, Belgium’s Waregem, Greece’s Aigaleo, Romania’s Rapid Bucurest and Mexico City’s Pumas. The national teams of Ukraine and Colombia have also been involved with Lotto.

Latest Football Boots

Lotto Stadio

The Lotto Stadio is one of the classic football boots found in professional football. The soft ‘K’ leather used to make this boot allows for unparalleled comfort and flexibility. The Firm Ground soleplate uses 25 fixed PU studs for stability, particularly on harder surfaces.

• Price: £84.99
• Sizes: 6 – 12
• Colours: Black/ Green
• Recommended for: Elite players
• Surface: Soft ground

Lotto Stadio 90

This is one of the most popular choices of football boot on the market today. The classic design combines central lacing and a fold over tongue and the durable and soft leather provides comfort and support. This boot is very good value for money.

• Price: £39.99
• Sizes: 7 – 12
• Colours: Black/ White
• Recommended for: Competitive players
• Surface: Soft ground

Lotto Stadio Campioni

The Campioni series bears the influence of Lotto’s heritage. The upper part of the shoe is made from ‘K’ Leather, a water-repellent material. Puntoflex technology is used in the sole, offering protection for the foot. The boot offers a removable anatomical insole and the heel comes complete with a shock absorber.

• Price: £84.99
• Sizes: 6 – 12
• Colours: Black/ White
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Soft ground/ Good ground

Lotto Stadio Mondiale

The Lotto Stadio Mondiale is an extremely comfortable boot and its full leather upper provides total support for the foot. The Lotto Punto Flex at the front of the shoe allows for added flexibility, reducing the likelihood of injury. The toe cap and the EVA insert also provide added protection.

• Price: £39.99
• Sizes: 6 – 12
• Colours: Black/ White
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Firm ground/ Good ground

Lotto Stadio Vento

This flexible and comfortable football boot is available with two separate soleplates. The Firm Ground choice utilises the FG 2T system which is formed from the Dual Trac combination of fixed PU octagonal studs and lamellar studs. This combination guarantees optimum speed and stability. The Soft Ground choice is formed from 6 screw-in studs that are particularly suitable for softer surfaces.

• Price: £69.99
• Sizes: 10.5 – 12
• Colours: Silver/ Black
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Firm Ground/ Good ground

Lotto Stadio Azzurri Quattro ID Indoor Football Trainers

This is the most recent indoor football boot launched by Lotto. The special PuntoFlex system allows for maximum flexibility, providing a reliable elastic return. The ShockOff system, located in the heel of the shoe and made from low density polyurethane or Eva, absorbs shock and offers protection against injury. The Stadio Azzurri Quattro ID Indoor shoe also uses the Lotto Adapto system. The Adapto system utilises a counter in SBS located in the rear of the shoe. This system provides the heel and the foot as a whole with extra support. It protects against repeated micro-traumas which can cause severe damage to the tendons.

• Price: £29.99
• Sizes: 6 – 12
• Colours: White/ Olympian Blue
• Recommended for: Competitive players
• Surface: Astro/ Artificial

Lotto Vento Diablo

This powerful football boot is made from ‘K’ leather, a soft material that offers maximum comfort. The heel counter provides stability and flexibility whilst the Soft Ground sole system, formed from 6 screw-in studs, provides support on softer surfaces. Lotto’s Side Stability Support technology also protects the foot during sideways movements. Biomechanical Foot Control technology aids the foot’s normal range of motion, increasing flexibility and allowing the player to feel more in control whilst on the ball. Players such as AC Milan’s Marek Jankulovski enjoy the reliability of this boot.

• Price: £60.00
• Sizes: 4.5 – 12
• Colours: Black/ White, White/Fiery Red
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Heavy ground/ Soft ground

Lotto Vento Thunder

The upper section of this boot is formed from a full grain leather. Its asymmetric lacing system is both comfortable and reliable. The unique Adapto system built into the heel of the shoe provides comfort and flexibility and also prevents injury and strain to the tendons by providing stability. The boot’s sole features PuntoFlex and ShockOff. ShockOff is a low-density polyurethane or EVA insert which also protects against injury.

• Price: £39.99
• Sizes: 6 – 12
• Colours: Black/ White
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Firm ground/ Good ground

Lotto Zhero Gravity Due

Launched in 2008 and currently worn by Inter Milan’s Julio Cruz and Lazio’s Christian Ledesma, these boots were the first football boots without laces. The top part of the boot is made from a water-resistant microfibre material with a Pro-FIT insert. This removes the need for laces whilst still providing a comfortable and snug fit. The lack of laces means that the foot can come into closer contact with the football. This shoe comes with a Dual Fit System allowing the player to customise the cushioning of their boots. The studs are interchangeable to allow them to adapt to any kind of surface. Flexibility is also provided by Puntoflex technology. The external quarter stiffener, made from Pebax, ensures the boot provides ultimate support. As a result of its water-repellent, breathable, anti-abrasion material, this boot is particularly suitable for extreme temperatures and difficult playing conditions. Reviews of the Zhero Gravity Due praise its unique design. Customers have stated that the lack of laces allows for extra control, which has helped them to improve their overall game. Despite the many positive features of this boot, some consumers have found it to be less durable than other football boots. It is also debatable whether the Zhero Gravity Due is good value for money.

• Price: £140.00
• Sizes: 5.5 – 12
• Colours: White/ Fiery Red
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Firm ground/ Good ground

Lotto Zhero Evolution Due

Italian superstar and Lotto ambassador, Luca Toni, chooses to wear the Lotto Zhero Evolution Due boot. The upper part of the shoe is formed from a water-repellent microfibre material. This part of the shoe is attached to the outsole, which has been streamlined to allow close contact between the foot and the ball. The external heel counter provides stability and protection whilst the PuntoFlex system adds flexibility across the metatarsal zone and allows for a full range of movement. The removable anatomical insole and shock absorber located in the heel both provide protection for the foot. The revolutionary Twist’n go system, a rotating stud system that follows the athlete as they change direction, is built into the boot. The shoe’s external quarter stiffener increases protection and reduces the likelihood of injury from tackles.

• Price: £90.00
• Sizes: 4.5 – 12
• Colours: White/ Fiery Red
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Soft ground/ Good ground

Lotto Zhero Mito Due

Made with soft grade leather, the Zhero Mito Due is an extremely comfortable choice of football boot. The upper section of the shoe is streamlined to allow close contact between the foot and the ball. The cushioned EVA insole and ShockOff insert increase protection for the entire foot.

• Price: £39.99
• Sizes: 6 – 12
• Colours: White/ Fiery Red
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Firm ground/ Good ground

Lotto Zhero Leggenda

This stylish boot is produced from comfortable soft grade leather. Not only is this boot renowned for its comfort, but it is also extremely responsive and flexible. It features modular lacing that maintains lacing tension along the length of the foot. This shoe works best with softer ground conditions but is suitable for any kind of surface.

• Price: £90.00
• Sizes: 5.5 – 12
• Colours: White/ Fiery Red
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Soft ground

Lotto K-Pro Astro/Turf Football Trainer

This stylishly designed boot is perfect for indoor and astro arenas and is formed from full-grain leather that allows for a full range of movement. The toe cap is reinforced with suede, providing support and stability.

• Price: £39.99
• Sizes: 7 – 13
• Colours: White/ Navy
• Recommended for: Competitive players
• Surface: Astro/ Artificial

Lotto Zhero Flash Hard Ground

This boot draws upon the design of the influential Zhero Evolution boot and is made from Premium Plus, a reliable water-repellent material. The EVA insole increases comfort and the ShockOff heel insert adds protection. The boot is a fine example of Lotto’s PuntoFlex technology, which makes the boot flexible. The Zhero Flash Hard Ground football boot is particularly suitable for hard surfaces, turf, and artificial ground.

• Price: £39.99
• Sizes: 7 – 12
• Colours: White/ Fiery Red
• Recommended for: Professional players
• Surface: Hard ground