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First Look: Nike Alphafly 4
Put it beside the Alphafly 3 and there is no dramatic visual reset. The same huge ZoomX stack is there, the twin Air Zoom units still sit exposed beneath the forefoot and the sculpted carbon-racer shape is instantly familiar.
Pre-Season Essentials Guide 26/27
Pre-season is where the legs come back, the touch feels rusty and the kit bag suddenly matters again. Our 26/27 pre-season football essentials guide covers the boots, training wear, recovery gear and matchday basics worth sorting before the first proper session.
Nike Pegasus Plus 2 Review
We covered the Nike Pegasus Plus 2 when it first landed, but specs only get you so far. Rach from Pro:Direct Running has now put it through a handful of proper sessions, with most of the testing coming at tempo pace on the road and treadmill.
Maverick Lakes Trail Run 2026: Tash's Race Day Recap
Tash had planned to run the ultra at the Maverick Lakes Trail Event. Heavy rainfall overnight left parts of the course flooded, forcing Maverick to cancel the two longer distances and move runners onto the half marathon route instead.
The Best Football Boots For Wide Feet
Wide feet need more than just going half a size up. This guide breaks down the best football boots for wide feet, looking at fit, forefoot room, upper feel and the boots that give players space without losing lockdown.
Football Boot Ground Type Guide
FG, SG, AG, TF, indoor: the wrong soleplate can turn a good boot into a bad decision. Our football boot ground type guide keeps it simple, helping you match your studs to the pitch before matchday does the explaining.
One Pair, Two Pair, Race Pair: How to Choose Running Shoes
Most runners do not need the fastest shoe first. They need the shoe that makes the run they actually do feel better.So if you are asking what running shoes should I buy, start simple.
Best Rugby Boots for Wide Feet
Wide feet need rugby boots with space, stability and lockdown, not a tight fit that turns every scrum, carry or kick chase into a problem. This guide breaks down the best rugby boots for wide feet, with practical advice on fit, position, surface and comfort.
Cricket Bat Buying Guide
The right cricket bat should feel balanced in the hands, suit your stroke play and give you confidence at the crease. Our cricket bat buying guide explains size, weight, profile, pickup and willow grade, helping players choose a bat that fits how they actually play.
Rosslyn Park Sevens 2026
Mud, short turnarounds, big plays and two top-level names in the mix. Pro:Direct Rugby spent the week at Rosslyn Park Sevens with Finn Smith and Ben Spencer.
Predator vs F50 at SIDES
For one weekend in Manchester Arndale, Pro:Direct and adidas turned SIDES into a live boot debate.
Pro:Direct Sport
Saturday football, an early morning run, a midweek session on court or a full day at the crease. Sport has a habit of taking over the week. Pro:Direct Sport brings together specialist stores for football, running, lifestyle, rugby, basketball, cricket, tennis and padel, with football boots, running shoes, trainers, rugby boots, basketball shoes, cricket bats and rackets for every level of the game.
Pro:Direct Soccer is where the boot obsession started. Find football boots for firm ground, soft ground and artificial grass, with men's, women's and kids' football boots from Nike, adidas, PUMA, Mizuno, Skechers and New Balance. The Nike Mercurial, Phantom, adidas Predator and F50 all offer something different, from fit and upper materials to touch and traction. Football kits, shirts, retro football shirts, goalkeeper gloves and footballs cover the rest, whether you're playing on Saturday or following your team from the stands.
Pro:Direct Running covers everything from the first few miles of a training plan to race day. Shop men's running shoes and women's running shoes from Nike, adidas, ASICS, HOKA, New Balance, On, Saucony, PUMA and Altra. The Nike Pegasus, ASICS Novablast and HOKA Clifton are familiar choices for everyday training, while the Vaporfly, Alphafly and adidas Adizero racing range belong at the faster end. Running clothing, socks, nutrition, watches and headphones take care of everything else, from a quick 5K before work to marathon training and trail running.
Pro:Direct Lifestyle is for the footwear that spends more time off the pitch. Shop men's trainers and women's trainers from Nike, adidas, New Balance and more, including the adidas Samba, Spezial and Nike Air Force 1. These are shoes with plenty of sporting history, although their days of being worn purely for sport are mostly behind them. Trainers, clothing and everyday essentials for the rest of the week.
Pro:Direct Rugby has rugby boots for forwards and backs, covering firm ground, soft ground and artificial grass. More structured options such as the adidas Kakari and Canterbury Stampede suit players who want a planted feel, while the F50, Mercurial and Canterbury Speed offer a lighter approach. Shop rugby shirts, balls, shorts, training clothing, gumshields and headguards from adidas, Canterbury, Mizuno, Nike, PUMA, Gilbert and more. Winter pitches are hard enough without worrying about the wrong studs.
Pro:Direct Basketball covers basketball shoes from Nike, Jordan, adidas, PUMA, Under Armour and Way of Wade. Traction, cushioning, lockdown and court feel all matter when you're cutting, stopping and landing, whether that's on an indoor court or outdoor blacktop. Alongside the footwear, find basketballs, shorts, training clothing and NBA jerseys from teams including the Lakers, Celtics, Knicks, Bulls and Warriors.
Pro:Direct Cricket starts with the bat. Explore cricket bats from Gunn & Moore, Gray-Nicolls, Kookaburra, New Balance, Newbery, DSC and Chase, with different profiles, weights and pickup to suit how you play. Cricket shoes and spikes cover the footwork, while cricket balls, pads, gloves, helmets, clothing and bags take care of everything else. From winter nets to a full Saturday in whites, there's always plenty to pack.
Pro:Direct Tennis brings together tennis rackets from Wilson, Babolat, HEAD, Yonex, Dunlop and Tecnifibre. The Wilson Blade and Pro Staff, Babolat Pure Aero and Pure Drive, HEAD Speed and Yonex EZONE cover different approaches to power, control, spin and feel. Find tennis shoes, balls, clothing, strings, grips and bags for match play, coaching and regular sessions on court.
Pro:Direct Padel offers padel rackets from adidas, Bullpadel, NOX, HEAD, Babolat, Wilson and more, with round, teardrop and diamond shapes offering different balances of control and power. Padel shoes, balls and accessories cover training and match nights, whether you're new to the game or already particular about the weight and balance of your racket.
Every sport has its own equipment, details and demands. That's why Pro:Direct Sport has specialist stores, with the choice to narrow things down by brand, size, surface and how you play. Whatever takes up your sporting week, you'll find plenty to get stuck into here.
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