Stunning Nike Mercurial Vapor XI Tech Craft 2017 Boots Released
Aug 7, 2017, by Pat
The new Nike Tech Craft collection is upon us and with it a spectacular all-black, all-leather Mercurial Vapor XI. An Academy Pack styled release, the blackout k-leather Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 was launched on 7 August.
Nike Mercurial Vapor XI Tech Craft - Black
This is the blackout Tech Craft edition of the Nike Mercurial Vapor 11.
A no nonsense look for the Mercurial Vapor XI, the 2017 Tech Craft boots are completely black with a kangaroo-leather upper and tonal brandings. The sole plate is kept low-key and totally black, in line with the rest of the design.
Swapping the default microfiber for kangaroo-leather, the Tech Craft Nike Mercurial Vapor 11 cleats aim at providing an even better touch than the original while supplying supreme support. Even the heel counter is made of leather here and it results in a boot that marries past and present in perfection.
Nike Mercurial Vapor XI Tech Craft - Features
- Kangaroo-leather upper with horizontal ridges
- ACC (All Conditions Control) texture
- One-piece upper construction
- Compressed nylon sole
On sale in Europe from 7 August, the blackout Nike Mercurial Vapor XI Tech Craft 2017 boots retail at EUR 220 (GBP 180).
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