Lets Get Closer Look At The Nike Mercurial ‘Dragonfly’
Officially today is the worldwide launch of Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 and Mercurial Vapor 14 ‘Dragonfly’.
The psychedelic “White/Metallic Silver/Dark Raisin” colourway inspired by a computer motherboard, features a specially numbered design that calls out each of the boot’s 7 key components.
The new Nike Mercurial Superfly 8 and Mercurial Vapor 14 ‘Dragonfly’ editions were revealed back on the 19 January, but despite being seen on the feet of some of the most prominent players in the game through the last week, in true tease fashion, they have only become available to buy today. With the official drop, we take a closer look at what the boot has to offer. With a design that’s been led by athlete insight, the boot takes on four areas of focus…
Four Areas Of Focus
The four areas of focus are fit, touch, traction and style. The new Mercurial features an upper that feels like a natural extension of the foot, which ties in with the touch aspect, helping maintain control at high speeds. The redesigned soleplate lends directly to the boot’s traction, and that’s why the style is brighter, lighter and feeling faster all around.
Mercurial’s new design is inspired by the natural geometry of a Dragonfly’s wings as a guide to driving maximum efficiency with minimal weight.
This results in a lightweight, efficient boot stripped to seven key components, each literally numbered on the upper, and they are:
1. Avail Q Lining = Premium Microfibre that forms to your foot
2. Speed Band = Forefoot lockdown to maximise first step speed
3. Vamp Lining = Lightweight cushioning precisely where you need it
4. Toe Reinforcer = Anatomical shape for a barefoot feel
5. Speed Collar Package = Soft foam to minimise friction
6. Speed Wings = Medial speed icons
7. Flyknit = Adaptability for a close fit
Nike Mercurial Superfly 7 Elite – The ‘Future Lab II’ Pack
The new feature in this Mercurial is the new Vaporposite upper that combines a grippy grid with premium lining for ball control at high speeds. Underfoot the Nike Aerotrak plate brings responsiveness for quick cuts and acceleration.
The bright launch colourway is made up of a digital psychedelic palette, inspired by a computer motherboard, which pays homage to iconic Mercurials over the past 23 years.
Pick up the Nike Mercurial Vapor XIV and Superfly VIII ‘Dragonfly’ at Nike.com
Petar Leykov
