adidas, Reusch, Brine and Eurosport were winners of the best soccer products from AVID Soccer Equipment Review.

Winning the boot category was the adidas Predator Absolute. In the gloves, Reusch Duo Ortho-Tec won hands down. In kits, the adidas Avantis only edged out the Honorable Mention Protime Sports Boston kit. Eurosport, www.soccer.com, won retailer of the year. Reviewers also said Puma, Kelme, Lotto, Umbro, and Nike all improved on existing models.

The AVID Soccer Equipment Review (http://blog.avidsoccer.com/) currently has over 20 testers ranging from U-9 players through semi-pro. It provides testing services, reviews and information on soccer equipment and related products. Based in Palmdale, CA, AVID Soccer (http://www.avidsoccer.com) is a grass roots organization that provides information and training to individual players, groups and teams in Southern California.