Nike Drops the 155-Gram Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite Football Cleat
Nike has introduced the Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite football cleat, the lightest in its history at just 155 grams. Designed for speed and agility, it features a new AtomKnit upper for a second-skin feel. The cleat will be available globally on June 1, 2026, alongside the Mercurial Superfly 11 Elite.
- ▪The Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite is engineered for performance ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- ▪It weighs 155 grams, making it 20% lighter than its predecessor.
- ▪The boot features a bladed traction pattern and a cushioned sockliner for enhanced comfort.
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1 of 10 Nike 2 of 10 Nike 3 of 10 Nike 4 of 10 Nike 5 of 10 Nike 6 of 10 Nike 7 of 10 Nike 8 of 10 Nike 9 of 10 Nike 10 of 10 Nike Footwear 18 Mins ago 5 Views 0 CommentsComments Save Name: Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite Colorway: Multi-Color/Black SKU: IO1560-900 MSRP: $280 USD Release Date: June 1 Where to Buy: Nike Nike’s Mercurial Vapor 17 Elite is the brand’s lightest football boot to date, engineered for speed, agility and precision ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Revealed simultaneously alongside its high-top counterpart, the Mercurial Superfly 11 Elite, this dual-release marks a revolutionary step forward in pitch performance.
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