Online - February 05, 2009

Dirty Harry

Cleatskins Shoe Covers

Mad Max tears up the soccer field every time he has a match.

But if post-game tales of goals and assists aren’t the only thing he’s bringing into the house (and car and classroom), try Cleatskins on for size.

The stretchy covers protect floors and carpets from mud, muck, and grass. Just slip them over plastic or rubber cleats and hit the road.

They come in eighteen colors, including pink and black camo, so jocks can match their uniforms or show off a favorite hue. Once kids are safely stripped down to their socks, toss the Cleatskins in the washing machine to clean.

It’s a real save.

Available online at cleatskins.com.

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