Providing a fresh lick of paint for turf, court and cage, Nike launch the ‘Skycourt Pack’, which sees the React Gato, Lunar Gato, Premier II Sala and Tiempo Legend wrapped in a uniform blue and volt look.
There was a time not all that long ago when the Lunar Gato stood alone as the only dedicated small-sided silo in Nike’s repertoire, but with the recent addition of the React Gato to the ranks, the Swoosh has amassed a dedicated small-sided army of options for when the game goes away from grass, bringing together the Premier II Sala along with the Tiempo to complete the quartet.
Following its initial launch, the React Gato was released in March in a "Black/White/Orange/Smoke Grey” colourway that tied in with the rest of Nike’s small-sided court creators, released in a corresponding colourway in February. But this latest launch sees all four silos released as one for the first time, arriving under the unified ‘Skycourt’ banner. Backing up the React Gato is the Lunar Gato II, the Tiempo Legend VIII React Pro and the Premier II Sala, all given vibrant blue wraps that are accented by volt and white details.
The React Gato, which only debuted in February, sees Nike React foam brought into the game for the first time. It’s joined by Nike Touch360 and Nike Flyknit, which together form a trio of innovations that promote fluid movement, durability and comfort on the court.
Featuring durable goat-leather at the forefoot and hyperfused mesh panels in the midfoot, the Lunar Gato offers a smooth, natural feel and precision strikes combined with structured support and breathability. The Lunarlon cushioning and articulated traction pattern create a springy, responsive ride that's purpose built for quick cuts.
The Tiempo Legend VIII has been kitted out with a React foam mid-foot for ultimate comfort and energy return on court surfaces. While the studs are obviously switched out for a data-driven non-marking rubber outsole, still present is the signature stitch-less upper with that instantly recognisable diamond moulded texture.
And completing the collection is the Premier II Sala, which features a suede overlay to promote a better touch on the ball. The Premier II Sala is a proper workhorse of a shoe, just like its on-pitch counterpart, and it’s been kitted out with springy Lunarlon foam to ensure cushioned comfort on the court for the duration of the game. Despite the modifications it still retains that simplistically strong and instantly recognisable Premier aesthetic, with that big, bold Swoosh taking pride of place down the side.
The Nike Skycourt pack is available at prodirectsoccer.com
