Recap: All Nike Packs of the Year
Dec 6, 2015, by Pat
As Nike has completed its football boot operations for this year, let's take a look at all the different, more or less well-known packs released by the Swoosh throughout the last twelve months.
In total, Nike released ten football boot packs over the year, ranging from the understated cool of the Academy Pack to the utterly bold Intense Heat and Lightning Storm collections.
Nike Shine Through Collection
Nike kicked off things with the classy Shine Through Collection. Inspired by the first white football boots which started popping up in the 1970s, Nike designed low-key paint jobs for the Hypervenom, Magista, Mercurial and Tiempo boots.
All four boots included in the Nike Shine Through Collection feature a white upper, while the colors of the respective follow-up boots were utilized as highlight accents in the Swoosh and sole plates.
Nike Highlight Pack
The Nike Shine Through Collection proved very popular among professionals and amateurs alike and was in use for almost four months. Previewed with the accent colors of the white pack, the Nike Highlight Pack was unveiled in early February, but only worn by players participating in the latter stages of the Champions League.
Nike Intense Heat Pack
If anybody thought things couldn't get more striking after this, Nike was ready to prove everyone wrong with the Intense Heat Pack. This time, the inspiration lay in the intensity of the critical part of the season, resulting in very saturated, bold colorways for all boots.
All four of the bright uppers are united by the same color-shifting Swoosh. The lenticular effect on the Swoosh creates depth and variance in its color, which appeared prominently purple on the pitch.
Nike Academy Pack
In stark contrast to everything unveiled so far, Nike launched the all-black Academy Pack in April. Inspired by blackout test boots, as well as black boot rules so common at different pro club academies, the four boots launched as part of the Nike Academy Pack featured only subtle Volt details on the sole plate and insole.
Proving to be one of the most popular pack of the year, the Nike Academy Pack was even re-issued later on, this time including the meanwhile-released Nike Hypervenom II.
Nike Silver Storm Collection
For the summer, Nike had something different in mind altogether. The boots of the Nike Silver Storm Collection boasted understated Wolf Grey uppers and included the second generation of the Nike Hypervenom for the first time.
Once again giving a hint at the colors to come, the Nike Silver Storm Collection boots featured bold, colorful brandings.
Nike Lightning Storm Pack
The Silver Storm evolved to a Lightning Storm in July, brining the world utterly bold paint jobs for the Nike Hypervenom, Magista, Mercurial and Tiempo. Interestingly, the Nike Lightning Storm Pack had two different colors for the Hypervenom, one orange and one green, with the latter being exclusive to the silo's cover boy Neymar.
Nike Tech Craft
In August, Nike stepped into the unknown, releasing a totally new kind of football boots. The cleats of the Nike Tech Craft Collection were based on the Nike Lightning Storm Pack colorways, while a thin black layer of kangaroo-leather was stitched onto the synthetic material in the forefoot part.
By doing this, Nike aimed to recreate the sublime touch of an actual leather boot and mix it with the technological and durability advantages of modern, synthetic materials.
Nike Electro Flare Pack
For its penultimate regular soccer cleat pack of the year, the Electro Flare Pack, Nike once again prepared a set of unprecedented and bold looks. The boots of the Nike Electro Flare Pack combine two-color uppers with bold Volt splash effects, designed to stand out on the pitch.
Nike Tech Craft Volt Collection
In November, Nike updated the Tech Craft Collection with new Volt / Canvas paint jobs. Definitely an eye-catching and unusual design, the Volt Tech Craft Collection didn't receive any on-pitch player support.
Nike Liquid Chrome Pack
Just recently, Nike closed up its cycle of 2015 boot releases with the launch of the Liquid Chrome Pack, featuring shiny, reflective uppers inspired by liquid chrome, the most reflective material there is. The first-ever Nike Tiempo Legend VI colorway is part of the collection, although arguably it doesn't really fit in with the rest.
One year, ten football boot packs. Which one of Nike's 2015 boot collections is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below.
AEL Limassol 26-27 Home Kit Revealed
The new AEL Limassol 26-27 home kit has been revealed. Manufactured by Macron, the new AEL Limassol 26-27 home jersey introduces a stylish design for the Cypriot First Division club's upcoming campaign.
Spartak Moscow 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Russian club Spartak Moscow have officially released their new home and away kits for the 26-27 season. The new kits are made by Russian sportswear brand Jogel, which continues to supply kits for the team.
The launch of the Spartak Moscow 26-27 kits took place on the exact same day as the release of the new Zenit Saint Petersburg 26-27 kits. Both sets of jerseys were unveiled concurrently by Jogel in a coordinated drop for two of the most prominent clubs in the Russian Premier League.
The new Jogel Spartak Moscow 26-27 home and away shirts will be worn throughout the upcoming domestic campaign. The simultaneous release highlights the manufacturer's growing presence across Russian football.
Hradec Králové 26-27 Home & Away Kit Released
Czech First League side Hradec Králové have unveiled their new home and away kit, made by Jako and to be worn in the upcoming 2026-27 season.
The two kits bring contrast approaches: The home kit is an interesting take on the traditional black and white stripes, with subtle abstract inside each stripe and a horizontal black band for sponsor placement. The away kit, on the other hand, is a simple yellow design with similar graphic and black accents.
What do you think of Hradec Králové 2026-27 home and away kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Airdrieonians FC 26-27 Home & Away Kit Released
Scottish League One side Airdrieonians FC have introduced their new looks for the upcoming 2026-27 season, made by Puma.
Both of the new designs share one identical idea: a huge red V-shaped band across the chest - which is also the club's signature graphic. Similar feature also appear on the sleeves, creating a matching full looks. While the home kit use traditional white base, the away kit is in all black.
What do you think about Airdrieonians FC 2026-27 home and away kits? Leave your thoughts in the comment below.
Aston Villa Announces Visit Rwanda as Front-of-Shirt Sponsor
Aston Villa have officially announced Visit Rwanda as the club's new Principal Partner, Official Tourism Partner, and Official Coffee Provider.
Starting from the 26-27 season, the Visit Rwanda logo will appear on the front of all men's, women's, and academy team shirts. The partnership expands the Rwanda Development Board's strategy of utilizing high-profile football sponsorships to promote global tourism.
Described as the most lucrative sponsorship deal in Aston Villa's history, reports indicate the agreement is worth up to £20 million per year including bonuses.
Brackley Town 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
National League North side Brackley Town FC have officially launched their new Adidas home and away kits for the 26-27 season.
Produced in collaboration with Pro Direct Soccer, the Brackley Town 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional red and white stripes. The Brackley Town 26-27 away shirt introduces a sleek look with a black base complemented by striking golden-yellow pinstripes.
Both the new home and away kits are available to purchase online, retailing at £50 for adult sizes and £45 for youth sizes.