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Adult Boots

Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Academy TF
Volt/Black

$76.50
$90.00
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Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor XVI Academy TF

The ultimate expression of speed. Become untouchable on the field with Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor 16 Academy TF soccer shoes in Volt/Black.
Fine-tuned for responsiveness, the next-gen Merc engages the Zoom Air unit every time your foot meets the ground to generate increased energy return.It’s simple but effective, maximizing the effect of Zoom Air and keeping you faster for longer. Plenty of grip too – this turf edition features aggressive traction to keep you stable and enable quick directional changes.Then there’s the lightweight, minimalist upper, which is made from a pliable NIKESKIN synthetic. Wrapping the foot for unrivaled comfort and support, it’s engineered to bring you closer to the ball than ever before. For control, there’s texturing in the Mercurial’s trademark pattern, helping you dribble with precision to evade opponents.

Cleat Class - Team

A great value option for the game’s rising stars, Team soccer cleats are made with durable materials to help improving players keep playing for longer. No frills, just good, solid soccer cleats that provide uncompromised comfort and performance.

Mercurial Vapor

From the iconic Vapor I to the gamechanging Superfly IV and the much sought-after Vapor Flyknit Ultra, the Mercurial series counts some of the most popular cleats of all time among its ranks. They’ve been worn by some of the world’s best players, too, with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, Eden Hazard, Ada Hegerberg, and Didier Drogba joining R9 in the Mercurial hall of fame.

If you’re new to the Mercurial, here’s the vital thing to know: there are now two main variations. The Vapor, which is a low-cut cleat, and the Superfly, which has an ankle collar. Some players prefer the more traditional, streamlined fit of the Vapor, while others appreciate the additional support and sock-like feel provided by the Superfly. It’s a personal choice.

Nike tend to debut their most cutting-edge tech in the Merc, so whichever you choose, if you want the fastest cleats with a Swoosh that money can buy, you’re in the right place.

Nike

Nike’s mission is “to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world”. For decades, their cleats have done exactly that, being seen on the feet of amateur and professional players alike, all around the globe.

Starting with “The Nike” back in 1970, the Swoosh’s designs have always led the way when it comes to combining style and performance.

Their modern range includes the ever-popular Mercurial for speed, as worn by the legend that is Cristiano Ronaldo, along with the touch-focused Phantom GT. Or, if you prefer a classic cleat, the more traditional Tiempo and Premier are your go-to options.

Nike offer cleats for all types of surface and levels of play, including their exclusive Anti-Clog editions with soleplates designed specifically for wet, muddy pitches.

Features


• Mercurial range endorsed by Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Cristiano Ronaldo, Sam Kerr, and Ada Hegerberg
• Zoom Air cushioning for optimized energy return
• Lug rubber outsole
• Lightweight NIKESKIN upper with chevron texturing for ultimate comfort and control
• Cushioned insole
• Turf soccer shoes

Ground Type Guide

Selecting the correct sole plate for the surface you are playing on is crucial, not only for the performance and longevity of your cleats, but also to avoid the risk of injury.

Using an outsole that isn't designed specifically for the surface on which you are playing may cause premature wear and/or damage that will not be deemed as a fault of manufacture and will prevent the retailer accepting them for a refund or exchange.


Turf

Turf, a synthetic-grass surface, usually applies to Astro Turf (sand or water-based). Playing on turf surfaces requires less cleat penetration, which is similar to the needs of a hard ground sole plate, and features a solid rubber outsole with numerous, small multidirectional lugs.

Turf cleats are also appropriate for play on very dry natural surfaces, hard dirt pitches or gravel.