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It is the Nike pack that was supposed to light up pitches at Euro 2020, but now the Nike Neighborhood Pack will be used to guide players from top leagues through the restart of soccer seasons. An unexpected twist, but one that gives us some extra to watch out for when the EPL, La Liga and current Bundesliga games are blasted out on TV.
Silver with splashes of red are on tap for the Mercurial, Phantom VNM, Phantom VSN II, and Tiempo with the unique feature being “zip codes.” An unusual addition, but one that adds a layer of celebration. Basically, Nike has placed zip codes across the boots that would have represented neighborhoods in 10 of the cities that were set to host games at Euro 2020 and at Copa America 2020.
Each boot features its own unique style of zip codes, with the following list found:
Georgia, Nápoles, 03810, Mexico City
Rue Gaston Defferre, 93140, Bondy, Paris
Lavapiés 28012, Madrid
Placa de Josep M. Folch i Torres, 08001, Barcelona
Badstraße 53 13357, Berlin
West Way Fields, White City, W12 0DF, London, Peckham, SE15, London
Via Veglia, 20159, Milan
Av. Cond. Elizabeth Robin, 5120, Sao Paulo
Cerritos Park 110121, Bogota
Barrios of La Boca C1160ABM, Buenos Aires
Obviously, it takes on less significance considering when and how they are being released. And this type of detailing won’t get the same type of attention it deserves. But lets be honest, this is an incredibly sharp looking pack that will shine and dazzle when most of Europe’s top leagues get back to game action in the next few weeks.
Here is a rundown on what is currently available from the pack at soccer.com.
Mercurial – Speed
Mercurial Superfly 7 Elite – $274.99
Top tier, features a more form fitting 360 degree Flyknit upper, and a refined Dynamic Fit Collar, the new Mercurial Superfly 7 offers one of the best fits in the history of the Mercurial. Weighs 7oz.
Mercurial Superfly 7 Pro – $149.99
Mid tier, features a one piece circular knit upper offers a great fit and a soft touch on the ball. A shorter, more refined Dynamic Fit Collar ensures you have a seamless fit from leg to foot. Weighs 7oz.
Mercurial Superfly 7 Academy – $79.99
Economy tier, features a synthetic upper for durability and comfort. You are basically getting what you pay for, a very simple boot. Weighs 8oz.
Mercurial Vapor 13 Elite – $249.99
Top tier, features a 360 degree flyknit upper, and a more traditional style ankle cut that provides a secure fit with the bonus of more ankle mobility. Weighs 6.8oz.
Mercurial Vapor 13 Pro – $129.99
Mid tier, features a one piece, anatomical fit360 shape, circular knit upper that provides a great fit and a soft touch on the ball. Weighs 6.8oz.
Mercurial Vapor 13 Academy – $79.99
Economy tier, features a synthetic upper for durability and comfort. You are basically getting what you pay for, a very simple boot. Weighs 8oz.
Tiempo – Touch
Tiempo Legend 8 Elite – $229.99
Top tier, fetures a supple soft one-piece k-leather upper. Quadfit Mesh internally. Flyknit tunnel for fit and comfort. Hyperstability outsole. Weighs 7.4 oz.
Tiempo Legend 8 Academy – $69.99
Economy tier, features a calf leather upper provides a durable fit and soft touch. Weighs 8.2oz.
Phantom – Precision
Phantom Vision 2 Elite DF – $274.99
Top tier, A two layer upper offers a second skin-like fit all around your foot. The inner layer is Quadfit mesh which acts like a heavy duty Chinese finger trap. The outer layer is made of Flyknit with an added texture, and ACC. Weighs 7.6oz.
Phantom Vision 2 Pro DF – $149.99
Mid tier, features a modified two layered upper offers a close fit and good touch. The inner layer offers a close fit to your foot. The outer layer of molded synthetic with micro texture provides a responsive touch. Weights 8.2oz.
Phantom Vision 2 Academy DF – $79.99
Economy tier, features a two layered upper offers a close fit and good touch. The inner layer offers a close and secure fit. The outer layer of Mesh and NikeSkin offers a responsive touch. This material was used on the Pro model from the previous Vision, but now is offered on the Academy version for an even better value. Weighs 8oz.
Phantom Venom Academy – $79.99
Economy tier, features a soft synthetic NikeSkin upper creates a great fit that conforms to the shape of your foot. Weighs in at 8oz.
Additional notes:
- There are plenty of junior sizes also available to choose from.
- Not all models are available at the moment, we will add details as they are officially released.
- If you have the option, go with the Pro model over Academy model. Such better value for money!
