After a slight delay, due to the injury of Cesc Fabregas, Sport-locker.net can today finally reveal the launch of the PUMA PowerCat 1.12 football boot. 

It appears that the latest edition of the brand’s ‘Power’ boot is merging control features into it, making for a more all-round boot – a perfect combination of engineering and comfort, giving players the confidence to perform on pitch. 

And as per usual, there’s a whole load of technology packed into it! 

The PowerCat 1.12 features the new PUMA 3D DUO Power Shooting Technology, applied to the kicking area on the inside of the boot.  Made from an innovative thermoplastic material with two different degrees of hardness, the boot has the advantage of being both highly responsive with extremely high rebound properties. 

The newly created PUMA 3D PST DUO technology enables improved grip on the ball through its exposed elements, and instead of absorbing the energy it increases the kicking power of the player.  The kicking area employs a soft K-Leather while the lightweight microfiber material in the lateral quarter supports the midfoot and helps to keep the weight of the boot to a minimum.  

The PUMA PowerLast, an evolution of the PUMA AptoLast, follows the foot’s natural contours, providing a glove like fit allowing the upper to mould to players fit. Coupled with the stable yet flexible outsole, the PowerCat 1.12 gives the best possible comfort. Optimal support, stability and protection are provided by the asymmetrical external TPU-injected heel counter.

Cesc Fabregas, PUMA’s latest and newly announced global football asset, launched the PowerCat 1.12 on pitch during Saturday’s FC Barcelona La Liga match against FC Sevilla.  

Fabregas commented, “The boot seriously impressed me.  Playing in midfield is so physical, I need a boot that gives me power and protection, but comfort is also really important and this boot offers it all. The PowerCat 1.12 Boot is without doubt the best boot for me that I have tried, and gives me a lot of confidence to perform on the pitch.” 

PUMA is also launching a full range of PowerCat 1.12 performance products, including the PowerCat 1.12 Protect Glove, Statement Ball,Training Apparel, backpacks and accessories. 

In addition to Cesc Fabregas, the PowerCat 1.12 will be worn by a number of other international PUMA players including Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic, and Juventus stars Gianluigi Buffon and Giorgio Chiellini.  The boot will be available in stores from the 1st December 2011. 

For more information, please visit www.puma.com or www.puma.com/football 

What do you think of the new PowerCat 1.12? Will they be on your Christmas wishlist? Will Cesc continue his good form in them for club and country? Let us know in the comments section below or on our Twitter and Facebook pages.