How to Clean Nike Soccer Cleats
In sports, there may be nothing more important than footwear, and in soccer that means cleats. The studded boots offer the player more traction, enabling the wearer to make tight turns and quick sprints. Nike is one of the leading purveyor of cleats in the world. Like any other piece of sporting equipment, Nike cleats require proper care and cleaning to last.
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Instructions
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Use your fingers to remove any large chunks of mud or tufts of grass.
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Unlace the cleats. Run the laces through some warm water, and use your fingers to scrubs out any dirt. Dry them with paper towels, with a clothes iron or in a clothes dryer.
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Wipe the cleats with paper towels dampened with hot water. This will remove most of the dirt and grime.
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Use the toothbrush dipped in warm, soapy water to remove dirt from the hard-to-reach places. Check inside the shoe for dirt, as well as under the tongue and lace holes.
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Dry your cleats with a towel and stuff newspaper inside to absorb water. Re-lace the cleats and place them outside to dry.
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Tips & Warnings
Some soccer players take their cleats with them into the shower.
Another option is to place your cleats in a tub of water, soapy water. This will break down the dirt and minimize scrubbing with the toothbrush.
Do not dry your cleats in a clothes dryer, as this can damage the dryer and break down the cleats.
Do not place your cleats in the sun to dry. This can crack the leather.
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