Tribute to CR7: Limited-Edition "Dark Cinder" Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 Remake Boots Released
- Release: Nike released a limited-edition (7,777 pairs) "Dark Cinder" remake of the Mercurial Vapor 1 boots worn by Cristiano Ronaldo during his debut with Sporting Lisbon in 2002.
- Design: The remake retains the original "Dark Cinder/Maize" colorway and upper design while incorporating a modern Mercurial soleplate.
- Tribute: The boots celebrate Ronaldo's debut date (14/08/2002) with a number printed on the insole and feature the text 'Created to the Exact Specifications of Cristiano Ronaldo.'
Update: Cristiano Ronaldo has trained in the Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 RGN. CR7 first wore the Vapor I at the age of 17 while playing for Sporting Lisbon. There are only 7,777 pairs available.
Image via Footy Headlines author and boot expert Phân Tích Giày
Update: Confirming our leak, Nike has just officially launched the Nike Vapor 1 Origin Cinder remake, which pays tribute to the original colorway and iconic silhouette. It celebrates Ronaldo's debut - 14/08/2002 - with the number printed on the insole commemorating the day Cristiano Ronaldo first played professionally for Sporting Lisbon. Nike announced it will be available in limited quantities - 7,777 pairs.
Ronaldo wore the original Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 'Dark Cinder' boots when he made his professional football debut with Sporting Lisbon in 2002. We expect Cristiano Ronaldo to be part of the launch of the remake cleats.
Nike Mercurial Vapor I 2025 Remake Boots - Dark Cinder/Maize
This photo shows the expected look of the remake of the Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 boot in 'Dark Cinder/Maize.'
The Nike Mercurial Vapor I 2025 Dark Cinder remake boots have the same look as the original edition. They combine an almost black, rich dark brown (Dark Cinder) upper with maize applications and a white swoosh.
Tech-wise, the remakes feature the same upper as the classic boot, combined with the modern Mercurial sole plate. The Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 was revolutionary as the first boot silo to weigh under 200 grams, catering to speed-focused players.
The insole is printed with the words 'Created to the Exact Specifications of Cristiano Ronaldo' - the same words that appear on the 9th shoes of the MDS series.
The "Dark Cinder" Nike Mercurial Vapor 1 remake was released on Monday, 3 March 2025. They are limited to 7,777 pairs, inspired by CR7#s shirt number.
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