Zoom Vapor 16 Elite FG NU2 - Silt Red/Racer Blue

Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite FG - NU 2

Unsettlingly cool. Scarily fast. Play with wicked speed wearing the Nike Air Zoom Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite FG — engineered for players who turn calm confidence into pure chaos for defenders.

Built for explosive acceleration, the next-gen Mercurial introduces a cascading wave traction system at the forefoot. As your foot hits the ground, more of the Zoom Air unit is activated, boosting energy return for sharper bursts and faster take-off. It’s simple but brutally effective — maximised contact equals maximised speed.

The stud pattern is equally aggressive: the tallest wave stud matches Nike’s traditional central studs for stability, while evolved chevron and blade studs work together for instant changes of direction.

Up top, the Vapor 16 pushes minimalism to the limit with its thinnest Mercurial upper ever, built from just three precision-engineered layers:
• Flyknit for comfort
• Atomknit for lightweight support
• Gripknit for high-friction control

Gripknit is the difference-maker — a sticky, weather-resistant yarn that enhances ball connection at every angle, keeping your touch sharp even when you’re moving at full throttle. Whether you’re gliding past opponents or striking on the run, every detail is tuned for pure Mercurial speed.

This is the Vapor at its most lethal.

Key Features:

• Zoom Air forefoot unit for explosive energy return

• Cascading wave traction system for maximum stud-to-ground engagement

• Tri-blend upper construction: Flyknit (comfort), Atomknit (support), Gripknit (control)

• Gripknit texture for enhanced touch in all conditions

• Evolved chevron and blade studs for rapid directional changes

• Minimalist, ultra-thin upper for a closer feel on the ball

• Lightweight build designed for elite-level acceleration