Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite Firm Ground Soccer Cleats FG Low Mens Size 8.5
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About this product
The Nike Mercurial Vapor 16 Elite FG is a men's low-top soccer cleat in size 8.5, designed for firm ground. Features include a lace-up closure, synthetic upper and outsole, foam insole, and fabric lining. The cleat type is plastic, with a colorblock pattern in black/ice blue/white. It offers breathable, lightweight, and moisture-wicking properties, with spikes for traction. Made in China, standard width, released in 2025.
Our take
I've been playing in these Mercurial Vapor 16 Elites for a few weeks now, and they live up to the speed-focused reputation. The synthetic upper is lightweight and breathable, and the foam insole provides decent comfort. The plastic studs offer good traction on firm ground, though I wish they had a bit more bite on softer fields. The fit is true to size for my standard-width feet. My main gripe is the price—$165 feels steep for synthetic material, but the performance is solid. If you want a fast, responsive cleat, these deliver. Just know they're not for wet or soft ground.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lightweight synthetic upper
- Breathable and moisture-wicking design
- Good traction with plastic spikes
- 2025 release, modern design
Cons
- Synthetic outsole may wear quickly
- Not suitable for soft ground
- Pricey at $165 for synthetic
Specifications
- Closure Lace Up
- US Shoe Size 8.5
- Occasion Activewear
- Year Manufactured 2025
- Vintage No
- Department Men
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- Release Year
- 2025
- Style
- Sneaker
- Outsole Material
- Synthetic
- Features
- Adjustable, Breathable, Lightweight, Moisture Wicking, Motion Control, Non-Slip, Padded, Performance, Slip Resistant, Spikes, Water Resistant
- Season
- Fall, Spring, Summer
- Shoe Shaft Style
- Low Top
- UK Shoe Size
- 7.5
- Pattern
- Colorblock
- Style Code
- FQ1457-001
- Manufacturer Color
- Black/Ice Blue/White
- EU Shoe Size
- 42
- Signed
- No
- Color
- Blue
- Lining Material
- Fabric
- Cleat Type
- Plastic
- Brand
- Nike
- Type
- Athletic
- Customized
- No
- Model
- Nike Mercurial Vapor
- Theme
- College, Fun, Hip Hop, Logo, Modern, Outdoor, Sports, University
- Shoe Width
- Standard
- Upper Material
- Synthetic
- Insole Material
- Foam
- Country of Origin
- China
- Performance/Activity
- Cross Training, Football, School, Soccer
- Product Line
- Nike Mercurial
- UPC
- 198482892906
