Football is a tough game. But nothing takes the brunt of it harder than your cleats. They get abused on the gridiron whether it’s a grueling practice or game day. While your body can recover from the bumps and bruises, what can you do to take care of your cleats? How do you keep them clean?
Follow this guide to keep them looking, performing, and smelling brand-new. Not only will it help with your traction, so you can cut on a dime and outrace defenders, but you’ll also look fly on your way to the end zone.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
When you’re learning how to clean football cleats, follow these steps:
Step 1
Remove cleats as soon as you leave the field. Hard surfaces like sidewalks, pavement and concrete destroy cleats.
Step 2
Hit cleats together to knock off excess dirt, grass and mud. Next, use an old toothbrush to dry scrub and remove remaining grime.