Nike Mercurial Lite Shin Pad Collection
The lightweight demands of the modern game have given breed to a new type of shin-pad. They've not always been the most desirable accessory in your boot bag - you used to get a new pair every few years - but with a new trend of modern designs, players are giving more attention to what they slip under their socks!
With major brands investing more research into creating modern shin-guards, there's been a shift to smaller and more concise pad sizes that are remarkably lightweight. One of the leading pads in the game today is the Mercurial Lite - Nike's most popular shin-pad, widely adopted by pro and amateur players.
The designs are everything you'd expect from Nike. Minimalist construction with typical Swoosh flair. The Nike Mercurial Lite shin-pad is an ultra-lightweight design engineered for performance and comfort - everyone knows, the sign of a good shin-pad is not noticing it's there. The comfortable low-profile construction provides protection without distraction. 
The low-profile shell is bonded to a dense foam backing for excellent impact diffusion, designed to withstand the tough tackles experienced at every level of the game. Comfort Dri-FIT fabric sleeves are breathable and lightweight for comfort while holding the guard secure against the skin. The shin-guards have an anatomical left/right design, contoured for a better fit complete with a Nike Swoosh at the front. 
A popular choice with strikers, the Nike Mercurial Lite shin-pads are built for strong protection at speed. They're easy to slip on and off, but are known to slip out of place if you're a player who throws yourself about on a football pitch - nothing some sock tape wouldn't fix though. For the most part they'll stay in place throughout the 90 minutes! 
The Nike Mercurial Lite Shin Pad collection is available to view and purchase at select Nike stockists including Pro-Direct Soccer. Own a pair yourself? Let us know what you think. Join the conversation online, on Twitter and on Facebook.
