Nike Mercurial Vapor 17 Academy

The multi-ground performance of these cleats is impressive. It has been a seamless transition using them across different surfaces, and they are incredibly easy to put on for workouts, matches, and practicing on turf. I prefer the Vapors because they always fit true to size, feature a great design, and provide excellent ball control. I highly recommend these cleats for summer use. When it rains, ball control becomes significantly more difficult, which is true for most cleats but particularly noticeable with this pair. If I could change one thing, I would add more cushion to the heel, as that area became irritated during runs.

These cleats felt lightweight as soon as I put them on. They never felt bulky, so it was easy to move quickly and change direction. The upper gave me a nice close touch on the ball, and the traction felt solid on both natural grass and artificial turf, especially when accelerating or making quick cuts. The low-cut design also kept them feeling secure without restricting movement. The fit is definitely snug, which I personally liked because it gave the cleats a locked-in feel. If you have wider feet or prefer a little more room, I'd recommend going up half a size since they do run narrow. I got the pair with the black upper, green Swoosh, and green studs on the outsole. It isn't the color I normally would've picked since I usually like brighter cleats, but that's just personal preference. The black upper hides dirt well, and the green accents stand out more in person than they do in the photos. Overall, I think these are a great value if you're looking for a lightweight speed boot without paying for the Elite version. They're comfortable, responsive, and perform well on both natural grass and turf.

Solid pair of cleats to wear on firm ground fields. Didn’t feel any discomfort and didn’t feel my foot slip inside the boot. I normally wear a 9.5 and these felt slightly tight, I’d recommend getting a .5 size up for a more tire to size feel. The upper felt good and had a decent touch on the ball. They are light and thin but still felt comfortable throughout the practice sessions. The tongue felt secure and snug and did not move around at all while shooting the ball. Overall a solid pair of cleats.