Swift and Lightweight Construction Keeps You Fast Without Sacrificing Protection
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf shoe weighs in at a featherlight 8 ounces, making it one of the lightest football turf shoes on the market. This minimal weight lets you fly across the field with lightning-quick cuts, accelerate to top speed in a flash, and change direction on a dime without being bogged down.
But don’t let the shoe’s lightweight design fool you – it still brings robust protection right where you need it thanks to strategically placed cushioning and support features. The integrated traction plate, for example, not only optimizes your takeoffs and traction on turf field surfaces, but it also acts as a protective barrier to shield your feet from impact. The Phylon foam midsole likewise cushions every step to prevent jarring and discomfort that can come with repetitive training.
So you get the best of both worlds – a turbo-charged fast feel combined with the foot protection necessary for high intensity training and competition. Whether you’re a running back exploding through a hole or a receiver making razor-sharp routes at full speed, the Vapor Speed Turf gives you featherlight speed without compromising crucial impact protection.
Low-Profile Cushioning Absorbs Impact While Providing Comfort
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf incorporates strategically placed, low-profile cushioning to provide comfort and absorb impact with every step and cut. This allows you to train and compete with intensity without suffering from discomfort or pain after long sessions on the field.
The lightweight Phylon foam midsole works to cushion your footfall and dissipate shock. Phylon is an innovative foam compound made from EVA foam pellets compressed and heated to form a durable, responsive cushioning platform. The midsole compresss on impact to absorb shock, then springs back to its original shape to return energy to your stride.
In addition to the Phylon foam cushioning, the integrated traction plate provides a rigid layer directly beneath your foot to further absorb the brunt of impact off the turf. This rigid plate not only optimizes acceleration and traction, but also acts as a defensive barrier against discomfort and fatigue.
Strategic flex grooves are carved into the traction plate to promote natural motion and multi-directional flexibility as you swiftly change direction. The grooves allow the plate to flex with the foot through the gait cycle, while still maintaining protection and stability.
Finally, the low-profile cushioning system as a whole keeps you closer connected to the playing surface for tactical feel and stability during intense gameplay. While substantial enough to protect against impact, it doesn’t have excess bulk that can hinder natural quickness and motion.
The result is a turf football shoe that provides full-length cushioning and shock absorption to keep you comfortable and supported all practice and game long, without restricting freedom of movement or fastness afoot.
Integrated Traction Plate Provides Optimal Acceleration and Control on Turf
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf incorporates an integrated traction plate that delivers explosive acceleration and unmatched control during cuts, lateral movements, and multi-directional play on artificial turf surfaces.
This integrated plate utilizes strategically shaped and angled traction lugs to provide turf-specific grip. The lugs are positioned for optimal grip during forward sprints, as well as quick lateral cuts. Multi-directional flexibility grooves allow the plate to flex naturally with the foot for adaptable traction.
By keeping your foot close to the playing surface, the integrated plate also heightens stability for precise footwork and agile change of direction ability. The anatomically contoured shape further enhances dexterity by conforming to the natural curves of the foot.
The integrated traction plate also acts as a propulsion platform, harnessing and returning energy to your stride to help accelerate to top speed. This puts a spring in your step for lightning-fast getaways and burst moves to break away from defenders.
The carbon fiber midfoot shank provides added medial support and torsional rigidity for powerful toe-off and dynamic propulsion. You’ll benefit from a responsive, energy-returning feel with every step.
Altogether, the integrated traction systems provide unrivaled grip and control on artificial turf surfaces across a variety of field sports. Whether your game is football, soccer, lacrosse or baseball, you’ll benefit from cat-like quickness and dexterity for executing cuts, starts, stops and tricky footwork with precision.
The traction plate gives you the acceleration, braking power, and maneuverability needed to leave defenders in the dust play after play.
Flywire Cables Lock Down Your Foot for Lateral Support and Stability
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf incorporates Flywire cables integrated with the lacing system to lock down your foot for unmatched lateral support and stability during intense, fast-paced play.
Flywire is composed of strong, lightweight cables that integrate with the laces and connect to the midsole. When you tighten the laces, the Flywire cables cinch and tighten as well, wrapping your foot in a dynamic support system.
This creates a one-to-one fit that keeps your foot securely locked in place within the shoe. With Flywire engaged, your foot remains stable and supported during hard lateral cuts, swift change of direction, and dynamic multi-directional movements.
By locking down your foot and keeping it centered over the base, Flywire allows you to cut and move laterally with lightning-quick movements without losing balance or control.
Flywire also works in conjunction with the integrated traction plate to boost propulsion and acceleration. When you apply force to the ground, the Flywire keeps your foot fixed so all your power gets transferred through the plate for maximum energy return.
The end result is a shoe that feels like an extension of your foot for natural stability during intense direction changes and shifts. You get the foot-hugging lockdown to move laterally without restraint, coupled with the acceleration benefit to burst forward with explosive speed.
So whether you’re executing ankle-breaking cuts as a running back, or moving deftly to track a deep pass as a receiver, the Vapor Speed Turf’s Flywire cables will keep you stable, secure and in control when performing at top speed.
Strategic Ventilation Zones Increase Airflow to Keep Your Feet Cool
Proper ventilation is crucial when competing and training at high intensities on the artificial turf field, which can heat up quickly under the sun and lights. To keep your feet cool, dry and comfortable, the Nike Vapor Speed Turf utilizes strategic ventilation zones to promote maximum airflow.
The open mesh material along the tongue and collar allows air to freely flow in and out of the foot chamber with each step. The perforations along the midfoot and forefoot also channel cool air throughout the shoe’s interior.
Within the shoe, the mesh inner sleeve hugs your foot like a sock for supreme breathability. This inner lining is constructed from an ultra-breathable fabric to keep the air circulating around your foot for cool, dry comfort.
The temperature regulating mesh inner sleeve also wicks away sweat to minimize hot spots and discomfort. By whisking perspiration away from your foot, it keeps you light and quick rather than bogged down.
Ventilation is further enhanced by the shoe’s lightweight design and minimal layers of construction. Less material means more airflow reaching your foot for cooling relief.
Altogether, the ventilation zones, breathable mesh lining, and featherlight materials work together to keep your feet feeling fresh and energized on even the hottest artificial turf fields. Proper airflow also helps prevent the growth of odor-causing bacteria inside the shoe after intense games and workouts.
With your feet feeling cool, comfortable and dry all practice and game long, you can maintain peak energy, focus and stamina from first kickoff to the final whistle.
Foam Padded Tongue and Collar Adds Cushioning Around the Ankle
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf incorporates strategic foam padding in the tongue and collar to provide cushioned comfort and support around your ankle and Achilles areas.
The plush foam padding along the tongue cushions the top of your foot to prevent lace pressure and hot spots. This allows you to tighten the laces for a secure lockdown fit without creating discomfort on top of the foot.
Along the collar, the foam padding cushions and protects your ankle bones and Achilles tendon. This provides pillowy comfort each time your foot contacts the turf during cutting, starting and stopping movements.
The foam padded tongue and collar work together to envelope your ankle and Achilles areas in plush, shock-absorbing comfort. This protects you from abrasion, impact discomfort, and fatigue during repetitive training and gameplay.
The foam padding also locks your heel in place to prevent internal slippage that can lead to blisters and hot spots. Your heel stays centered and anchored within the shoe for a more seamless fit.
Finally, the tongue and collar foam integrate with the Flywire cables and lace-up closure to lock down your midfoot and provide a customizable, supportive fit all around the top of the foot.
So every time you accelerate forward or plant your foot to drive laterally, you’ll enjoy supportive cushioning protecting your ankle bones, Achilles tendon and heels. This allows you to play hard all game long without suffering from rubbing, chafing or impact discomfort.
The plush tongue and collar padding gives you comfort where you need it most for confident, worry-free footwork and directional changes on the turf.
Lace-Up Closure with Flywire Cables Locks In Your Midfoot
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf utilizes a secure lace-up closure system integrated with Flywire cables to lock down your midfoot for a supportive, customizable fit.
The traditional lace-up design allows you to easily loosen or tighten the fit across the top of your foot. Pull the laces tight and the lightweight Flywire cables engage to wrap your foot in a dynamic support system.
The Flywire cables connect the lacing system to the midsole on both sides of the shoe. Tightening the laces draws the cables in for a snug, secure midfoot lockdown.
This creates a one-to-one fit, harnessing the power of Flywire to keep your foot stable and centered within the shoe as you cut, accelerate and push off laterally.
The lacing system is also incorporated into an internal midfoot sleeve for a sock-like fit. This seamless internal bootie construction prevents any gapping or slipping inside the shoe.
A lace locking system at the top allows you to easily tighten the laces to your desired level of snugness, then quickly lock them in place so they won’t come loose mid-game or workout.
Altogether, the lace-up closure and Flywire cables deliver a supremely adjustable, supportive fit. You can fine-tune the lockdown and tightness across your midfoot for light, nimble speed. The snug midfoot wrap also enhances stability for cutting confidently in every direction.
With both the adjustability to customize the fit and the dynamic lockdown to keep each step secure, the lacing system allows you to play at your fastest, most intense level in the Vapor Speed Turf.
Carbon Fiber Insert Provides Stability and Propulsion
To enhance stability and energy return, the Nike Vapor Speed Turf incorporates a carbon fiber insert in the midfoot shank.
This carbon fiber torque plate delivers medial support to prevent your foot from rolling inwards during cuts and sharp direction changes. By keeping your foot aligned and on top of the cushioning platform, it enhances stability for seamless side-to-side motion.
The rigid carbon fiber plate also acts as a propulsion mechanism by harnessing and returning energy to your stride. As you push off laterally, it flexes to store energy, then springs back to launch you forward with optimized energy return.
This puts a responsive snap in your step, allowing you to drive out of cuts with explosive acceleration. The energy return effect also reduces fatigue so you can keep your top-end speed all game long.
The carbon fiber insert works in conjunction with the integrated traction plate to provide a smooth transition from lateral to forward movements. Together, these technologies give you the multi-directional traction, control and propulsion to play at maximum speed, power and quickness.
So whether you’re executing lateral jump cuts, changing direction to shake a defender, or driving forward out of a break, the carbon fiber plate provides crucial stability and energy return for dynamic moves.
With each change of direction, you’ll feel ultra-supported, energized and primed for explosive acceleration in the Vapor Speed Turf.
Nike Grind Rubber Outsole Made from Recycled Materials
The outsole of the Nike Vapor Speed Turf features environmentally-preferred Nike Grind rubber, which contains recycled materials to reduce waste.
Nike Grind rubber is made by recycling and re-grinding pre-consumer manufacturing scraps, old athletic shoes, and other rubber waste. Up to 10% of the outsole rubber consists of this recycled Nike Grind material.
This innovative manufacturing process reduces waste by giving new life to excess rubber and foam scraps. The recycled granules are then combined with virgin rubber to create a durable, high-performing outsole compound.
Nike Grind rubber maintains the same elite-level traction, durability and cushioning as traditional rubber, while also lowering environmental impact. Using recycled rubber reduces reliance on virgin resources for production.
The manufacturing of Nike Grind also produces up to 80% fewer carbon emissions compared to manufacturing virgin rubber. So it has a lighter environmental footprint.
On the shoe itself, the Nike Grind rubber outsole provides dependable grip on artificial turf surfaces. The coordinated lug pattern delivers traction optimized for quick cuts, acceleration and lateral traction for multiple field sports.
So every time you spring forward or plant your foot to drive in a new direction, you’ll feel confident and in control. All while also wearing a shoe that helps reduce waste from the manufacturing process.
Available in Team Colors to Match Your Uniform
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf comes in a variety of vibrant team colorways so you can match the colors of your jersey and equipment.
From bright crimson and navy blue, to neon volt green and clean white, Nike offers color options to coordinate with many school, club or professional team uniforms.
Matching your footwear to your team colors promotes unity and style. When your shoes sport the same vibrant hues as your jersey, pads and gloves, you present a complete, coordinated look and feel.
Coordinated team colors also make it easier for teammates to quickly identify each other on the field during gameplay. When making a cut or driving for a pass, you can immediately spot teammates in your peripheral vision thanks to the matching colors.
For supporters and fans in the stands, synchronized colors also make it easier to spot their favorite players down on the field or court during action.
Nike’s wide range of team tones offers superior versatility. You can alternate the Vapor Speed Turf between multiple kits to match whichever uniform you’re wearing for practices or gamedays.
So embrace your team pride and achieve a unified, professional look by matching your Vapor Speed Turfs to your team’s signature colors from head to toe.
Versatile for Multiple Field Sports Including Football, Soccer, Lacrosse, Baseball and Softball
The Nike Vapor Speed Turf is designed for versatile performance across a variety of field sports played on artificial grass.
The integrated traction pattern and supportive construction make the shoe well-suited for sports like football, soccer, lacrosse, baseball and softball.
For football, the Vapor Speed Turf provides the lateral support for cutting and changing direction as a running back or receiver, along with the cushioning to absorb impacts when blocking and doing repetitive drills.
In soccer, the shoe gives you traction optimized for quick starts, stops and side cuts when moving up and down the pitch. The snug fit also enhances touch and control during dribbling and passing sequences.
For lacrosse, the side-to-side support aids in swift dodges and direction changes, while the propulsion plate provides burst speed for fast breaks to goal. Durability holds up to repetitive wear from offensive cuts.
On the baseball diamond, the turf-specific traction helps fielders get a quick first step to chase down hits in the gaps. The supportive cushioning also helps prevent fatigue during long innings in the field.
For softball players, the Vapor Speed Turf gives batters and infielders lightweight speed and support for base running, fielding balls and charging bunts.
Across all these field sports, the versatile Vapor Speed Turf meets the key performance needs for excelling on the artificial grass. A comfortable, durable design makes the shoe ready for heavy rotational use.