Nike Magista | Creativity Has a New Name

After a week of teasing, Nike have unveiled the all new Nike Magista – their first ever football boots to feature FlyKnit and an integrated ankle sock.

Set to be worn by Andres Iniesta, Thiago Silva, David Luiz, Jack Wilshere and more, Nike bill this latest release as one for creative players who demand comfort, traction and a feel for the ball that can only come from a boot that fits like a second skin.

The construction of the boot comes from a two-layer design that’s like few boots we’ve ever seen before.

The headline inclusion on the Nike Magista is the FlyKnit. This modified version of the same FlyKnit we’ve seen dominate Nike’s running shoe range is designed to give an inner layer that fits like a sock, moulding to the feet for incredible ball feel.

Outside that, the bright, perforated layer you see is NikeSkin. Something we’ve see used to incredible effect on the Hypervenom, this NikeSkin works as a raised second layer for feel on the ball and ACC-enhanced touch when the weather turns bad.

The curious sock used through the boots ankle replaces the traditional tongue for a fit like nothing else we’ve seen in the game to date.

Called the Dynamic Fit Collar, this offers another level of support, working with additional cabling in the midfoot to create a lockdown effect.

The Nike Magista Obra FG – the elite boot in the Magista range – continues the use of FlyKnit up through the ankle for a true one-to-one feel on the ankle’s foot, from the toe right up to the calf.

NikeSkin isn’t the only familiarity the Magista has with the Hypervenom. The soleplate is graduated Pebax and Nylon, and makes use of a similar stud pattern and shape to the agility boot.

A notable exception is the stiffened lateral side for additional support when squeezing in and out of tight areas.

Nike also confirmed the names of the full Magista range, with the Nike Magista Obra taking top billing with Opus, Orden, and Onda takedowns of the statement boot.

Replacing the much-loved CTR360 name – this revolutionary boot should still satisfy the needs of the playmaker, with a true touch on the ball like literally nothing else in the game.

Do you think this will be a solid new style of football boots for Nike? Is Flyknit enough to get you interested from the get-go, or will you wait on the reviews first?

2015-2016 Nike Tiempo Legend Ronaldinho

The Nike MagistaX Finale 2015-2016 Indoor and Turf Soccer Shoes are the first-ever cutting-edge small-sided version of the Nike Magista Opus Cleats, set to be launched in October 2015.

In March 2015, Nike brought the innovations of the Nike Magista Obra Soccer Cleats to 5-a-side football with the launch of the Nike MagistaX Proximo Indoor, Turf and Street Boots.

The New Nike Magista X Finale Soccer Shoes finally close the gap which remained between versions of the 11a-side Nike Magista (Magista Obra and Magista Opus) and 5-a-side Nike Magista (Nike MagistaX Proximo and Nike MagistaX Finale).

Nike Magista X Finale Black / Chilling Red / White
This is the launch colorway of the Nike MagistaX Finale 2015 Football Shoes.

The Nike Magista X Finale Boots offer various unique innovations for small-sided games, based on the popular outdoor Nike Magista Opus Soccer Boots.

Designed for ball control, the Black / Red Nike Magista X Finale Turf and Indoor Boots feature an amplified texture of synthetic Hattrick leather in the forefoot area. The extra layer of synthetic leather is stitched on the trademark honeycomb upper structure of the Nike Magista Boots. Nike added an extra layer of leather in the toe area for more durability.

The black and red heel area of the Nike MagistaX Finale Boots is made from mesh for lightness. It's another exclusive feature of the indoor version of the low-cut Nike Magista Boots.

Interestingly, the outsole and Lunarlon midsole of the Nike Magista X Finale Launch Colorway are the same used for the Nike Magista X Proximo Boots. The Nike MagistaX Finale Boots are available as IC (Indoor Court and Street) and TF (Turf) version. Checkout more football boots here: www.profootballboots.ca

2015-2016 Nike Tiempo Legend V Premium Released

Nike’s relentless innovation ethos ensures the best cleat is the next cleat. But across the brand, there are treasured icons that stand the test of time.

In soccer, the legendary Tiempo stands alone. First introduced as the Tiempo D 1985, the cleat has evolved significantly while remaining instantly recognizable to fans and players alike. One of its signature features, the oversized fold-­over tongue, gained immense popularity after eight Brasil players wore it in the 1994 World Cup Final in California. The original purpose of the fold-­over tongue was to provide a flat surface atop the laces for a better strike of the ball. As cleats and laces evolved, this was no longer necessary and the iconic tongue was retired with the launch of the Nike Tiempo IV in 2011.

Nike packaging has long included the statement: “Engineered to the exact specifications of championship athletes.” One of those championship athletes in particular, Francesco Totti, has continued to request the iconic Tiempo tongue on his cleats and Nike has delivered for him through the years. Now, with Totti as Nike Soccer’s muse, a limited-edition Tiempo Legend V Premium will be available that features the Tiempo tongue while honoring the player who wears it.

“I have always played with boots that had a tongue and for me, this detail on the product is very important. I wear the Tiempo because it is a comfortable boot with a soft leather upper that adapts well to the foot's shape and grants a great touch of the ball. It's a classic boot that helps me perform at my best when I'm on the pitch.” -Francesco Totti

Totti has played his entire legendary career with AS Roma, becoming the club’s top goal scorer and its most-­capped player. His reputation as a warrior inspired Nike’s design team to place a unique logo on the sockliner that incorporates Totti’s uniform number (10). The tongue and Swoosh of this cleat also play off the warrior inspiration with a metallic aesthetic designed to mimic armor.

“This specific version of the Tiempo has a beautiful color since it's a perfect mix between classic elements like the black upper and more innovative ones like the chrome details on the Swoosh and the tongue. The tongue itself makes this boot really unique and is a key element for me in a football boot.” -­‐ Francesco Totti

The Tiempo Legend V Premium features exquisite craftsmanship and quilted Alegria leather. It is protected by Nike Hypershield and resists overstretch, retaining the Tiempo’s timeless shape and performance.

The Tiempo Legend V Premium will be available on nike.com March 5.

 

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