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Nike Launch The Mercurial XXV Pack
Marking a landmark year with the most premium of Mercurial releases
The Nike Mercurial 25th anniversary celebrations continue as the Swoosh build on their super limited hype release of 2,500 chrome Mercurials with a wider collection that drops in more generous numbers. This here is the Mercurial Vapor XXV Pack and it sees special edition versions of the Vapor & Superfly that are available to the masses.
When you think of speed on the pitch one football boot series comes to mind that is synonymous with iconic players that have produced historic moments through their explosive speed and ruthless finishing. We’re talking about the Nike Mercurial – and as the boot series turns 25 years old Nike have launched a special edition series that shines bespoke spotlights on the Vapor and Superfly.
So, if you were one of the unlucky ones that missed out on the Nike Air Zoom Mercurial XXV SE hype drop at the start of the week – and you weren't alone – then you've got another chance to get your hands on some Mercurial treasure. Just 2,500 pairs of the special edition Vapor and Superfly (below) sold out in a matter of hours, but this drop is far more accessible. Before you cop yours, let's take a look at the story behind the launch.
The Designs
Dropping in “Metallic Silver/Black” uppers, the boots are delivered in the most premium of styles as the Swoosh celebrate this landmark year with a stunning tribute to the legacy of the Mercurial story.
The Vapor drops with Volt details, while the Superfly pops in pink. The colours link back to iconic Mercurials worn by Nike players on pitch since it changed the game back in 1998, and every Mercurial logo – new and retro – cover the upper of the boots to execute that super limited edition vibe perfectly.
All In The Details
As well as the Mercurial logos, Nike have also added 25th anniversary branding to the boot in the form of Roman numerals in matching Swoosh colours to give the design a feel of exclusivity on this huge anniversary. The soleplates of the respective boots are also painted in a matching pop of colour found on the Swooshes.
As Seen On Pitch
With Nike shouting loudly about the Mercurial 25th anniversary you can expect to see a number of their leading names including Kylian Mbappé switching into the pack in the coming weeks ahead of big end-of-season fixtures on the European scene.
Same Tech
The 25th anniversary edition here is the same boot as the Nike Mercurial Vapor XV and Supefly IX Elite and is built for lightweight comfort and hitting top speeds. These special editions are just wrapped in a disruptive look that will appeal to both players and collectors as they have the chance to bag a part of Nike footballing history.
Shop The Collection
A full range of price points will drop alongside the elite versions as Nike roll this Mercurial Vapor XXV Pack out across the board. And as a nice added bonus to the football boots, the Swoosh have also dropped a Nike Air Max Plus Tn sneakers that complements the design of the headline boots. You’ll do well to find a better Boot x Sneaker combination that that this season.
Shop the full Nike Air Zoom Mercurial XXV SE Collection here.