Interesting idea. Would the ball bearing still work once a bit of mud and grass worked it’s way in there? Says it’s currently designed for artificial surfaces and women’s game. Worth development though.
I highly doubt it.
Not to mention the ball bearing isn’t going to spin with how soft these fields are. The whole stud will just go into the surface like it’s supposed to.
If the ball bearing actually spun, wouldn’t they be kinda slippery? Also, I’m thinking weight would be an issue and nobody would wear them. Most players already play with youth shin guards (or ridiculous minimalistic alternatives) to minimize the size, weight, uncomfortableness… I can’t imagine they would choose these studs on the odd chance they prevent an ACL tear…
He mentioned the traction, only 3 studs would be the ball ones
How do other athletes without studs get ACL injuries?
They must be some good looking dudes if they can prevent devastating injury on looks alone.
But why male models?
Anyone remember the rotating studded plate?
I’m pretty sure round studs (a la Copa Mundials) are less likely to result in ACL injuries than the more common blade studs. No research to back that up, but seems like its much easier for a round stud to release from the ground than the flatter, longer blade.
Neymar has worn conical artifical ground moulds ever since his ACL injury. You can see in the Uruguay game he was wearing aggressive blades.
Honestly indoor ‘studs’ are the best. When somebody stamps on your foot, it feels like a cushion.
Hmmm, what are the odds these lead to more ankle injuries instead?