Quick feet win the crowded turf

The tight-court game rewards the player who changes direction before anyone reads it. Think of a squash player working the walls, sharp angles in a small space. That's the turf regular in the cage or the weeknight 5-a-side, and the Vapor 17 Pro Turf is tuned for a quick close touch, not a long sprint down the flank.

A lighter touch on the ball

The Pro tier runs a Flyknit upper, light and strong, wrapping the foot so the ball sits close, a step below the Elite's Atomknit but plenty for weeknight turf. A rubber outsole grips the shorter synthetic surfaces you play on, and the low-cut collar keeps the ankle free. This is the Vapor low-cut agility from the Nike Mercurial range, tuned for turf.

Who it's for and where

If your soccer lives on rubber, small-sided games, cages, indoor turf, weeknight 5s, this is your Vapor: quick feet, a close first touch, the confidence to take a defender on in a phone-booth of space. Browse the turf shoes collection to compare surfaces.

Product Details: Vapor 17 Pro Turf

• Flyknit upper for a light, close touch
• Rubber turf outsole for shorter synthetic surfaces
• TF (turf); low-cut collar
• Colorway: Black/Black/Illusion Green (Shadow Pack, FA26)
• Style: IM5811-001

Fit Notes

The Vapor 17 Pro runs true to size for most. The Flyknit hugs the foot, so between sizes or wider, size up a half. Snug is the point, but don't jam your toes at the wall.

Care and Maintenance

• Brush off turf pellets and dirt before storing
• Air-dry away from direct heat; stuff with newspaper
• Skip the dryer and direct sun, which warp the outsole

FAQs about the Vapor 17 Pro Turf

What surface are these made for?

Shorter synthetic turf: older astroturf, cages, indoor fields, weeknight 5s. For grass, choose the FG version.

How is the Pro different from the Elite?

The Pro uses Flyknit for a close touch; the Elite steps up to Atomknit at a higher price.

Do they run true to size?

Yes, for most feet. The Flyknit wraps close, so between sizes or wide, go up a half.

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