Expert Review: Nike Hypervenom Phantom

Arriving on the scene as “A New Breed of Attack” the Hypervenom Phantom is backed by some of the game’s biggest names including Neymar, Wayne Rooney, Daniel Sturridge and Robert Lewandowski. Packed with innovation the Hypervenom Phantom features an all new NikeSkin upper and Split-Toe Soleplate for unrivalled agility, speed and manoeuvrability. Like all of Nike’s boots the Hypervenom is offers cheaper alternatives including the Phatal, Phelon and Phade.

OverviewCATEGORY: Agility
DESIGNED FOR: Strikers and wingers
WEIGHT: 204 grams

Increased agility and flexibility, lightweight, great for players with wide feet.


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Comfort

Using NikeSkin which is composed of a hybrid mesh and polyurethane film, in addition to an all weather material making it super forgiving and flexible. The Phantom can accommodate for a little bit of stretching here and there making it great for foot type. The NikeSkin material is wrapped around the whole in a one-piece unit further enhancing the overall feel of the boots. Other additional info which make these boots comfortable is a low profile internal heel counter, a superlight perforated sockliner and a deep and off-centre lacing system.

SizingFitSizing & Fit: Moulded to fit thin and wide feet the Hypervenom Phantoms are great for any player that wants a tight and forgiving fit and feel. The NikeSkin material has the ability to mould to your foot type making the fit perfect for your feet. In terms of sizing make sure you get true to size as the synthetic materials will not expand.

Break-In: Using an all new NikeSkin upper the Hypervenom Phantom’s take little or no time to break-in. Other reviews suggest the soleplate can be a little stiff at times especially around the heel region however the forefoot is very flexible right out of the box.

hvnikeskinNikeSkin: The NikeSkin Technology upper fits closer to your foot for more natural touch. The one-piece design eliminates unnecessary layers-using only thin PU film and performance mesh-to reduce weight and bring your foot closer to the ball. The technology is further enhanced with All Conditions Control, ensuring high levels of performance in both wet and dry conditions. No matter your skill level, Nikeskin is something all soccer players should try out. Forwards will especially benefit from its quick, lightweight properties, as seen on the Hypervenom Phantom.

 

Performance

Designed to provide lethal agility and a responsive fit the Hypervenom Phantom is one of the world’s most innovative boots ever. The structure and design of the boots were inspired by the natural shape of your foot helping to enhance shooting power, accuracy, traction and agility, an all round world class attacking boot option.

hvagilityAgility/Traction: The first Nike boot to be manufactured for agility the Hypervenom Phantom offers unrivalled agility, manoeuvrability and traction through the use of the Split-Toe Soleplate and Nike-Skin upper. The split-toe plate and agility traction pattern deliver a quick response to help you find space when defenders close in. The cleat shapes and pattern are designed for sudden changes of direction with faster release and maximum responsiveness while the forefoot groove unleashes fierce toe-off speed for faster sprints.

 

Speed/Acceleration: Weighing in at just 204 grams this boot could be mistaken for a speed silo but it is almost solely designed for speed and manoeuvrability in tight spaces this in thus makes it one of the lightest non-speed boots on the market today. If you are looking for a boot just for explosive speed over longer distances I would recommend the Mercurial Vapor IX.

Control: The NikeSkin upper fits closer to your foot for a more natural touch. The one-piece design eliminates unnecessary layers using only thin PU film and performance mesh-to reduce weight and bring your foot closer to the ball.

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