The new Nike Mercurial Vapor VI and Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly II have been launched, and they both feature major new changes from previous models, including the price!
The Nike Mercurial Vapor VI
On the chassis you will find a new Vapor Traction design which involves a whole new look set of firm ground studs which are multi-directional for improved grip. Added to this is Toe-off traction, a series of small spike in the toe area, taking inspiration from running spikes, which increases grip to offer explosive pace from a standing start.
Features which have continued from the previous models of Nike Mercurial Vapor are the Teijin Microfibre upper which offers lightweight comfort and support, along with the concealed lacing system for a better strike surface.
Possibly the biggest change though, is the price. The Nike Mercurial Vapor VI are now listed at £180, a price which was previously held by the elite Superfly. Whether or not the increased price will put players off is yet to be seen, but it leaves the question – how much are the Superfly II going to be then?
Nike Mercurial Superfly II
Well, as you’ve guessed, the Nike Mercurial Superfly II have moved up the Price ladder, and now retail at £275, another huge jump over the previous model! So what do you get for a price like that? A huge amount of new technology to start with!
One of the most exciting new features of the Superfly II is Nike Sense adaptive traction technology, which feature studs which extend and retract as you run to increase grip when you plant your foot, in any direction. Coupled with Vapor Traction studs, which are designed for grip in all directions, and the Nike Mercurial Superfly II boast the most advanced sole on the market.
Flywire in the outsole is used like previous models, but has been tweaked for evern more weight loss and strengthening to ensure the perfect fit, a super light upper, but without the loss of strength.
A Carbon Fibre chassis is used in the Elite Nike Mercurial football boot which provides a super lightewight plaform for players, while the hi-vis colour at launch being Violet, has been designed to make it easier for player to visualise each pass to team mates wearing the Nike Mercurial Superfly II!
To be worn by football superstars including Cristiano Ronaldo and Didier Drogba, the Nike Mercurial Superfly II are the most advance Nike football ever designed, while the Vapor VI take the level of technology in the lower levels a huge step further.