'Next-Generation Flyknit' - Revolutionary All-New Nike Flyprint Technology Revealed
Apr 17, 2018, by Chris
Nike today revealed an all-new shoe technology - Nike Flyprint, the first 3D-printed textile upper in performance footwear. Nike Flyprint is the biggest Nike revolution since Nike Flyknit.
At its most basic level, Nike Flyprint uppers are produced through solid deposit modeling (SDM), a process whereby a TPU filament is unwound from a coil, melted and laid down in layers.
Nike Flyprint - First Performance 3D Printed Textile Upper
The process to develop the Flyprint uppers begins by capturing athlete data. That data was then computed (through computational design tools) to affirm the ideal composition of the material. Finally, that information was employed to produce the final textile. This operation speaks to the versatility (outputs can be wholly unique to athlete or function) of Flyprint textile, as well as the increased pace of overall design time. Through performance printing, Nike is capable of moving faster with unprecedented precision — prototyping is 16-times quicker than in any previous manufacturing method.
One interesting benefit of 3D textiles over traditional 2D fabrics is the increased dynamism made possible by adding an interconnection beyond a warp and weft; an advantage of Flyprint textiles comes in the fused nature of the material. For example, whereas in a knit or woven textile there is frictional resistance between the interlaced (warp and weft) yarns, in a printed textile, due to its fused intersections, there is greater potential for precision-tuned containment. It is also lighter and more breathable than Nike's previously employed textiles.
In terms of design pace, the advantage of Flyprint method in traditional textiles is two-fold: Specific lines of the material can be adjusted locally while preserving the global construction, and rapid iteration means testing and revision cycle times are trimmed significantly. In short, Flyprint allows for the highest-fidelity design with the greatest athlete benefit in the shortest time.
The textile also works seamlessly with many other materials, most notably Flyknit yarns. Flyknit yarns can be engineered to thermally bond with the Flyprint textile, eliminating any need for glue or stitching. Several components of the shoe are still made of FlyKnit including the tongue and collar. Those parts are so similar in chemical composition that there is no glue needed to attach them.
The first articulation of Nike Flyprint is in the Nike Zoom Vaporfly Elite Flyprint shoe. Created for Eluid Kipchoge, the new upper improves the VaporFly Elite shoe and makes it 11g lighter than Kipchoge's original pair.
What do you think of the all-new Nike Flyprint technology? Do you think we will soon see a Nike Flyprint soccer cleat? Let us know in the comments below.
Al-Diriyah 26-27 Home & Away Kits Released
Saudi Arabian side Diriyah Club has officially revealed its new home and away kits for the 26-27 season, crafted by Italian sportswear brand Macron. Both jerseys integrate bespoke design elements rooted in the history and cultural heritage of Diriyah.
The Diriyah Club 26-27 home shirt features a clean white base paired with dark green and gold trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs. The front of the shirt displays a subtle tonal chevron pattern accompanied by geometric accents, inspired by the traditional patterns found on iconic local doors. Gold Macron logos and a gold club crest round off the design.
The 26-27 away kit adopts a deep green color scheme with matching gold details across the collar, cuffs, and brand logos. A tonal vertical stripe pattern is integrated into the front panel, featuring grape motifs that symbolize the regional tradition of hospitality. Both new kits will be worn by Diriyah Club in their upcoming league campaign.
Gaming-Inspired Lincoln City 26-27 Third Kit Released
Lincoln City and kit supplier Oxen have officially revealed the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. Designed with a distinct gaming and digital theme, the striking strip expands the Imps' kit collection for the new campaign.
The shirt features a predominantly white base covered in an intricate circuit board graphic in light green. Vibrant mint green accents cover the shoulders and upper chest, balanced by navy trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs. The design is rounded off with the Oxen logo, a stylized monochrome Lincoln City crest, and the main Nanna Tate front sponsor logo.
Unveiled through an arcade-themed photoshoot, the kit is completed with matching shorts and socks. The new release is available through the official club store and online channels.
SSC Bari 26-27 Home, Away and Third Kits Released
Italian club SSC Bari and technical supplier Erreà have officially revealed the team's new home, away, and third kits for the 26-27 season. The entire collection pays homage to one of the city's most famous landmarks, the iconic Teatro Petruzzelli, incorporating its architectural features into the visual design of all three shirts.
The 26-27 home kit is presented in classic white, featuring subtle tonal graphics derived from the theatre's ornate facade, finished with red trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs. The away jersey comes in red and incorporates blue-teal accents on the V-neck collar and cuffs, with subtle front graphics representing the building's windows and balconies.
Completing the trio, the third kit arrives in blue, referencing both the iron entrance doors of the Teatro Petruzzelli and Bari's coastal connection to the Adriatic Sea.
FC Stade Lausanne-Ouchy 26-27 Kits Released
Swiss club FC Stade Lausanne-Ouchy and technical sponsor Macron have officially unveiled the team's new kit set for the 26-27 season. The release features a complete trio of home, away, and third shirts, all built around a shared dynamic liquid marble pattern.
The 26-27 home kit comes in the club's traditional red color, featuring white accent lines and detailing. The away jersey mirrors the design on a white base with red accents, while the third kit opts for a dark aesthetic, combining a black body with gold wave graphics and matching gold crest and sponsor details.
Kalamata FC 26-27 Away Kit Released
Greek Super League club Kalamata FC have officially unveiled their 2026-27 away kit. Made by Macron, the new design introduces a sleek blackout-inspired look for the upcoming season.
The Macron Kalamata FC 2026-27 away shirt features a predominantly black base with a subtle tonal geometric pattern across the front. White Macron, Novibet sponsor and club crest details provide contrast, while black trim on the collar and sleeve cuffs completes the clean monochromatic design.
What do you think of the new Kalamata FC 2026-27 away kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
SV Elversberg 26-27 Third Kit Released
German 2. Bundesliga side SV Elversberg and Nike have officially unveiled the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. The vibrant uniform gives the team a standout alternative look for the new campaign.
The Nike SV Elversberg 26-27 third shirt features a bright red-orange base covered in an eye-catching optical halftone graphic pattern across the front and sleeves. White detailing is used for the Nike Swoosh on the right chest, while the traditional SV Elversberg crest is positioned on the left. Main sponsor HYLO sits prominently in a black rectangular box across the middle.
On the back, player names and numbers are printed in white with black outlines, with the club's tagline printed on the upper collar area. The kit is set to be worn during selected away fixtures throughout the 26-27 season.
Grenoble Foot 38 26-27 Away Kit Released
French Ligue 2 club Grenoble Foot 38 and Nike have officially launched the club's new away kit for the 26-27 season.
The Nike GF38 26-27 away jersey features a clean white base paired with vivid royal blue raglan sleeves. The defining feature of the shirt is a bold blue mountain graphic across the lower front, drawing direct inspiration from the surrounding Alps. Dark blue accents complete the look on the Nike Swoosh and the Carrefour Market sponsor logo. Just like on the home shirt, the regional coat of arms of Dauphiné is detailed on the upper back.
Matching royal blue shorts and black socks complete the full Grenoble Foot 38 26-27 away strip.
Stockport County 26-27 Third Kit Released
Stockport County and Puma have officially launched the club's new third kit for the 26-27 season. The vibrant new release completes the club's kit set for the campaign, joining the previously revealed home and away strips.
The Stockport County 26-27 third shirt introduces a striking coral base color featuring a subtle vertical graphic pattern running down the front. All accent details, including the Puma cat logo, main front sponsor VITA, and the monochrome Stockport County crest, are finished in contrasting black.
Matching coral shorts and socks complete the full uniform setup. The Puma Stockport County 26-27 third kit is available to purchase now both online and at the physical County Store.