adidas F50, the speed boot
Our selection F50 brings together the speed boots from adidas: F50 Hyperfast and F50 Elite, Messi's signature versions, in Elite, Pro, League and Club levels, with or without laces, for dry, synthetic, wet, turf and indoor surfaces, in adult and child sizes.
Lightweight, fast, designed for acceleration.
The return of a legend
Launched in 2004, the adidas F50 established itself as the boot for fast players, worn by Lionel Messi, Arjen Robben, and Gareth Bale. Put on hold in 2015 in favour of the X range, it made a comeback in 2024 for the Euro in Germany, with the same promise: a very light boot, with a slim fit and a tight feel, designed for acceleration and quick direction changes. Lionel Messi is its ambassador, sporting his own signature colourways.
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From Elite level to Club level
Like all adidas ranges, the F50 comes in various levels. The Elite, the professional version, offers the thinnest upper and the lightest sole, with laceless models, labelled LL, for a perfectly smooth striking surface. The Pro retains the essentials of the technology. The League, more robust, is suitable for regular club players, and the Club, more affordable, for beginners. The Messi and Hyperfast versions stand out with their colourways.
Choosing your sole
The sole is chosen based on the ground type. The FG is suitable for dry natural grass, the AG for synthetic grass, with shorter and more numerous studs, and the SG, with screw-in studs, for wet pitches. The MG and FG/MG soles, versatile, can transition between surfaces. The TF, with rubber studs, is designed for turf, and the IC for indoor use. The narrow fit of the F50 is especially suited for slim feet: stick to your usual size, or go half a size up for wider feet.
Great deals
Good deals can also be found in the great deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and the items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the festive season, winter sales, spring's French Days, then summer sales and back to school.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Elite, Pro, League, and Club levels?
The Elite is the pro version, the lightest and most technical. The Pro keeps the essentials with simpler materials, the League is suitable for regular players, and the Club targets beginners and children.
Which version of F50 should I take for synthetic grass?
For synthetic grass, choose an AG sole, with short and numerous studs that distribute pressure. The FG is for dry grass, the SG for wet pitches, the TF for turf, and the IN for indoors.
Does the F50 fit small?
Its slim upper and tight fit wrap around the foot closely. If you have wide feet or are between sizes, try going half a size up, especially for the very fitted Elite versions.
Is it better to have a F50 with or without laces?
The laceless version offers a smooth striking area and a very clean sock-like fit. With laces, you can adjust the fit more precisely, which is an advantage for slim or unusual feet.
Which players have made the F50 famous?
Lionel Messi, Arjen Robben, and Gareth Bale wore it in its early years, and Messi now has his own signature versions. It’s the boot for explosive players who rely on acceleration.
