These 10 Boots Sold Out the Fastest in 2016
Jan 11, 2017, by Pat
To celebrate the new year, a very interesting statistic emerged detailing the football boots that sold out the fastest on the popular online store that is Pro-Direct.
Although the list is dominated by limited-edition drops, as expected, a couple of regular releases squeezed their way into the Top 10. A sign of the brand's return to strength, both the Red Limit launch colorway of the Ace 17+ and the Dark Space rendition of its predecessor entered the list for Adidas. But let's dive right into it.
10: Nike Premier Blackout
Released in the last month of the year, the blackout Nike Premier enjoyed great popularity, in part due to its very fair price tag.
9: Adidas Gloro 15.1 Blackout
All black, this Gloro 15.1 is perhaps something of a surprise entry in this list - perhaps it can be explained by this particular silhouette's relative scarce availability elsewhere.
8: Adidas Ace 17+ PureControl Red Limit
The Boost-powered second-generation Adidas Ace 17+ was among the ten fastest selling boots and that without being limited in any form. Quite the achievement.
7: Adidas Gloro 15.1 - Black / Red
Interestingly, a very similar boot will release very soon in the form of the Copa Gloro 17.2, so be quick if you want to get them.
6: Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl Dark Space
Once more proving that the brands can't really go wrong with black boots, the Dark Space Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl was the sixth fastest boot to sell out in 2016.
5: Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl Space Craft
Limited to 1,500 pairs, the Space Craft Adidas Ace 16+ PureControl is still the only of its kind to feature a (partial) leather upper. Its wild combo of gold and black wasn't meant for everyone, but it didn't stop it from finishing on a strong fifth place here.
4: Nike Tiempo Legend VI Pirlo
Another limited edition, Nike honored legendary midfield maestro Andrea Pirlo with his very own colorway of the Tiempo Legend. Limited to 3,000 pairs.
3: Adidas 99g
A throwback to the 2013 concept and 2015 release, the 2016 Adidas 99g boots were launched as part of the brand's Limited Collection.
2: Nike Mercurial Superfly V EA Sports
This eye-catching collaboration between sports brand and video game was limited to 1,500 pairs.
1: Nike What The Mercurial
Combining no less than 16 iconic Mercurial colorways into one, the "What the Mercurial" was limited to 3,000 pairs and sold out within a matter of minutes.
Did you get any of the boots from this list? Which releases are you looking forward to the most in 2017? Drop us a line below.
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Italian brand Erreà and historic Italian club SPAL have officially unveiled the new home kit for the 26-27 season. The latest jersey draws heavy inspiration from the rich architectural heritage of Ferrara, combining tradition with bespoke local storytelling.
The SPAL 26-27 home shirt features the club's traditional white and sky blue vertical stripes, updated with a dominant white presence and subtle graphic details. Embedded within the stripes are patterns representing the hanging arches and column details seen on Ferrara's historic Estense palaces and the iconic Ferrara Cathedral. Fine gold pinstripes run along the blue stripes, adding a refined touch.
A classic polo collar with a blue insert complements the jersey's vintage aesthetic.
Servette FC 26-27 Trefoil Away Kit Released
Servette FC and Adidas have officially unveiled the club's new 26-27 away kit, created under the Adidas Originals banner.
The Adidas Servette 26-27 away shirt is predominantly navy blue, accented by refined gold applications throughout. Gold is used for the iconic Trefoil logo, the retro circular SFC crest, the MSC main sponsor, and the classic Three Stripes on the shoulders. A delicate garnet trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs pays homage to the club's traditional home colors.
Southend United 26-27 Third Kit Released
Southend United and Italian manufacturer Erreà have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 campaign. Introduced under the campaign tagline "Culture Never Washes Away," the striking new jersey delivers a bold and energetic visual direction created in collaboration with Erreà's Creative Lab.
The Erreà Southend United 26-27 third shirt combines a vivid pink base with sharp, angular purple graphics running across the front. It is framed by a classic purple fold-over collar, purple cuffs, and thin yellow piping along the raglan shoulder seams. For a modern and minimalist touch, the traditional club crest is replaced by a simplified yellow shrimp emblem on the left chest, accompanied by yellow Erreà branding and white c2c sponsor lettering.
Purple shorts accented with pink trim and matching purple socks complete the full Southend 26-27 third strip, which is set to make its on-pitch debut in the match against Solihull Moors.
Racing Ferrol 26-27 Third Kit Released
Spanish club Racing Club Ferrol and Adidas have officially unveiled their new third kit for the 26-27 season.
The Adidas Racing Ferrol 26-27 third shirt features a bold blue and white checkered pattern across the front and back, directly inspired by the official flag of the city of Ferrol. Solid royal blue covers the sleeves and collar, while eye-catching fluorescent green accents appear on the Adidas Three Stripes along the shoulders and the chest logo.
Official Images: Atlético Madrid 26-27 Third Kit Leaked
We can leak official images of the Atlético Madrid 26-27 third kit. The Nike Atlético Madrid 26-27 third shirt is predominantly light grey (officially "Light Pumice") and features horizontal red and navy hoop stripes running across the torso, back, and sleeves.
Erzgebirge Aue 26-27 DFB-Pokal Kit Released
FC Erzgebirge Aue have unveiled a dedicated Nike DFB-Pokal kit for the 26-27 season. Set apart from the club's standard league jerseys, the special cup shirt combines Aue's signature purple base with contrasting black raglan sleeves and purple cuffs. White accents finish the design across the Nike Swoosh, the central Nickelhütte sponsor logo, and the traditional "Kumpelverein" graphic on the back of the neck, while the official DFB-Pokal badge sits on the sleeve ahead of its competitive debut against TSG Hoffenheim.
