Here at Bootsfinder we love signature boots. Since his first ever signature Nike Mercurial Superfly football boots in 2010, Cristiano Ronaldo or CR7 has had a run unlike any other footballer - ever. 31 different looks created specifically for the Portuguese football legend, stating his journey, revering his many achievements, and commemorating his position as the greatest Nike player in football to date.
Here's an insight into each model in chronological order – which pair(s) do you have?
The boots:
1. October 2010 - Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly II CR ‘Safari’ FG – | A ground-breaking event as Nike launched the first ever signature edition Superfly for Cristiano Ronaldo. The distinctive safari pattern (introduced on the 1987 Air Safari designed by Tinker Hatfield) was integrated into the flywire upper to demonstrate CR7’s pace and elegance. It was first seen in a match in the Real Madrid derby clash on November 2010. Production run and very rare. Launch price: £300.
2. April 2011 Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly III CR ‘Safari Black’ – CR7’s second signature pair presented a black-on-black 3D lamination safari texture contrasted with Nike’s luminous yellow/ green “volt” tick and details. Cristiano Ronaldo showed this model in the Copa del Rey 'El Clásico' final in April 2011 against Barcelona, facing his adversary Messi and going on to score the only goal in the match to help Madrid win their 18th trophy. Production run and extremely rare. Launch Price: £280
3. November 2011 Nike Mercurial Vapor Superfly CR7 III – Nike pushed boundaries for a unique design with an extravagant pattern only suitable for Cristiano Ronaldo's unique style, persona and flair. It didn't seem possible that Nike could eclipse the Safari, but Nike did it once again! Production run and very rare. Launch Price: £280
4. November 2012 Nike Mercurial Vapor VIII CR – The 4th signature boot saw CR7 wearing Nike Mercurial Vapors again, putting his message of Love (to win)/Hate (to lose) front and centre, with a speed inspired look. They made their début when Real Madrid clashed with Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Production run and becoming very hard to find. Launch Price: £160
5. January 2013 Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR SE – This highly exclusive, ultra-limited release saw just 100 pairs of this boot released. The Nike writing on the heel had been replaced by the iconic initials CR7 and, among the other design details on the boot, a line of numbers quickly catches the eye. Each number represents a milestone in Cristiano’s 2011/2012 season. Only 100 pairs in the world so mostly with collectors already. Launch Price: £200
6. March 2013 Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR – taking inspiration from cycling's 'Rainbow Jersey' these boots encapsulated the distinctive style expected from Ronaldo's flash footwear. CR7’s Love/Hate logo from the previous 2012 signature boot, as well as the iconic no.7, both sit within the yellow blue stripes which wrap around the entire boot. Production run with limited amounts available internationally. Launch Price: £160
7. October 2013 Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR 'Galaxy' – Nike’s bold ‘Supernova’ all-over graphic is inspired by Ronaldo’s ‘out of this world’ play-style and limitless attitude towards football. This version of the Mercurial Vapor IX boot features an all-over print of the Star Vela Supernova and includes a seven star path print, paying homage to Cristiano’s shirt number. The supernova print is juxtaposed with a chrome swoosh dotted with silver fleck and a Blue Glow outline. Production run with very limited availability internationally. Launch Price: £170
8. April 2014 Nike Mercurial Vapor IX CR – limited to 100 pairs, this special boot commemorates Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable season consisting of more than one goal a game; being the quickest player in his Real Madrid history to reach 200 goals whilst being officially recognized as the best player in the world by winning the Ballon D’Or. Only 100 pairs in the world so mostly with collectors already. Launch Price: £200
9. October 2014 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 – The first proper signature CR7 model to launch on the new Mercurial Superfly. Ronaldo scored a hat-trick in these boots on his 178th league game, recording the fastest in league history to score 200 goals. Inspired by the man himself, Nike wanted to create a shimmering effect on-pitch and do something that would really stand out in the sun or under lights. Production run with very limited availability internationally. Launch Price: £250
10. Jan 2015 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 SE 'Rare Gold' – Limited to just 333 pairs, the Superfly CR7 Rare Golds were created to honor him winning his third Balon d’Or. The retail version of the Rare Gold Superfly’s lack the micro-diamonds of Cristiano Ronaldo’s made-to-measure versions (along with the lower-slung dynamic fit collar) but are still something to behold. Only 333 pairs in the world so mostly with collectors already. Launch Price: £250
11. April 2015 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 ‘Silverware’ – What type of boot could Nike create when their lead player scores five goals in one game, his 300th goal for Real Madrid and becomes the first player in the history of football to score 50 or more goals in five different seasons? Enter the Silverware Superfly IV, made in Montebelluna, Italy, of course! Production run and rare to find now. Launch Price: £250
12. Oct 2015 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 ‘324k Gold’ - Cristiano Ronaldo became Real Madrid’s leading scorer with 324 goals surpassing the legend, Raul. CR7 achieved this in just 311 games, all while wearing the Mercurial line. The colorway of the Nike CR7 324K Gold boots take cues from one of Ronaldo's favorite Mercurial Vapor 3 designs. Limited run and with very few available internationally. Launch Price: £250
13. October 2015 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 Chapter 1: ’Savage Beauty’ – Nike started chronicling CR7’s by creating a new series of seven Mercurial Superfly CR7 boots that were unveiled over the next seasons. The Savage Beauty was the first chapter in Nike’s illustration of Ronaldo’s past and took its inspiration from Madeira, the volcanic island in Portugal where he was born. He went on to set a record of 11 goals scored in the group stage of the Champions League that season wearing this particular model. Production run and difficult to locate in most sizes. Launch Price: £250
14. March 2016 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 ‘Quinhentos’ – Unveiled at the same time as the 324k edition, the word ‘Quinhentos’ means 500. Back in September of 2015, Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Real Madrid during their Champions League game, the second marking his 500th career goal. In honor of this achievement, Nike created the 'Quinhentos' edition of the Mercurial Superfly CR7. This boot was also inspired by a Mercurial Vapor 3 colourway. Limited run and with very few available internationally. Launch Price: £250
15. March 2016 Nike Mercurial Superfly IV CR7 Chapter 2: ’Natural Diamond’ –Chapter two, of Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable journey towards the being a superstar. Nike focused on his leaving his childhood home as a 12-year-old boy to chase his dream of becoming a professional footballer. The Natural Diamond football boot is a translation of CR7’s transformation from a boy to man in the football world. Production run and limited sizes available due to Superfly IV popularity. Launch Price: £250
16. November 2016 Nike Mercurial Superfly V CR7 Chapter 3: ’Discovery’ – 13 years ago, when a young Ronaldo made played for Sporting Lisbon against Manchester United convincing Sir Alex Ferguson to sign him. The design pays homage to Sporting’s green colours, whilst the yellow reflects the golden age that Cristiano Ronaldo was about to enter. Production run and some variants available although Superfly V coming into collectors zone. Launch Price: £265
17. December 2016 Nike Mercurial Superfly V CR7 ‘Vitórias’ – The limited-edition (777 pairs) Mercurial Superfly CR7 was designed to celebrate Ronaldo’s achievements with his club and country in what was yet another special year for him. A fourth Ballon d’Or, the UEFA Champions League title and the UEFA Euro 2016 championship were just some of his highlights resulting a white boot with a Metallic Gold plate indicative of victory. Only 777 pairs in the world but very hard to find due to the iconic colourway. Launch Price: £300
18. April 2017 Nike Mercurial Superfly V CR7 Chapter 4: ‘Forged For Greatness’ The Chapter 4: Forged for Greatness Superfly model commemorates Ronaldo’s time at Manchester United from 2003-2009 - a period that saw him transition into one of the world’s best players. The gradient design from red to orange illustrates the forging of the metal with numerals XXVIII marking his first pro number as a red devil. Launched in April 2017 it's a boot that he wore in the Champions League Final against Juventus in Cardiff. A 4-1 win and two goals. Production run and some variants available although Superfly V coming into collectors zone. Launch Price: £250
19. June 2017 Nike Superfly V CR7 ‘Campeões’ – Nike unveiled a pair of unique Mercurial Superfly V boots made just for Cristiano that were only available by auction. Celebrating Portugal and CR7’s EURO 2016 Championship title, the Campeões (champions) were worn at the 2017 Confed Cup in Russia in 2017. Featuring Portugal's team colours and a golden soleplate the boots came in one size only within a special presentation box, each with a description of an international goal scored by CR7. 75 pairs were created for non-public sale and auctioned in China for Charity so are extremely rare on the reseller market. Launch Price: £NA
20. September 2017 Nike Mercurial Superfly V CR7 Chapter 5: ‘Cut To Brilliance’ – In 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo moved to Real Madrid (£80M) and received a reception that truly made him feel the power of Madrid. The Nike Mercurial Superfly Chapter 5 commemorates Cristiano’s first years in Spain where you will find the text “El Sueño Del Niño” (the dream of the child) on the heel. Diamond standard with diamond details all over the boot. Production run and some variants available although Superfly V coming into collectors zone. Launch Price: £270
21. October 2017 Nike Mercurial V CR7 ‘Melhor’ – Celebrating his acknowledgment as the best in the world (‘Melhor’ means best), this release saw a subtle tweak on the Chapter 5 release but with premium touches. The pure platinum finish on the CR7 logo and chrome finish on the sole plate pay homage to his latest individual trophy. Unknown numbers dropped due to later Nike redrop so some availability internationally but add to collection whilst you can. Launch Price: £300
22. December 2017 Nike Mercurial Superfly V CR7 ‘Quinto Triunfo’ – Cristiano Ronaldo was once again recognized as the best player in the game, winning his fifth Balon d’Or award. Again with the gold, The 'Quinto Triunfo' featured the dates of his honors (2008, 2013, 2014, 2016 and 2017) within the Swoosh along with Nike’s most premium sole plate. Only 1000 numbered pairs were created with very few available worldwide now. Launch Price: £300
23. March 2018 Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 Chapter 6: ‘Born Leader’ – Chapter 6 in the series of seven CR7 boots dropped ahead of the 2018 World Cup utilising Portugal’s sea exploration, a captain’s “C” and a Portuguese orientated colourway. focuses on Ronaldo’s role as the captain of his national team. This boot celebrates Cristiano Ronaldo’s captaincy for Portugal from his first time on his 22nd birthday to date. Production run and still available in limited sizes worldwide. Launch Price: £255
24. June 2018 Nike Mercurial Superfly CR7 Chapter 6: ‘Ediciao Especial’ – Ronaldo had an amazing 2018 World Cup where he changed from the regular Mercurial Superfly 360 from the Just Do It pack to adorn a “special edition” of his Chapter 6 CR7 collection in the latter rounds of the competition. In 154 games for his country, Ronaldo had scored more times than any European player in history. Only 154 numbered pairs were created and made their way to determined collectors but odd ones do become available. Launch Price: £255
25. July 2018 Nike Mercurial Superfly VI CR7 ‘China’ – Made exclusively available in China, to commemorate Cristiano Ronaldo's visit to Beijing on July 2018. CR7’s Tour was deemed to 'inspire more Chinese players to bravely pursue their dreams'. The boots feature an oriental design, with lucky Chinese colours red and gold. The sole plate is also gold and feature a new Chinese-character version of Ronaldo's famed CR7 mark (C罗). Unknown numbers were dropped with few coming to the rest of the world so not an easy pick up for a collection now. Launch Price: £NA
26. September 2018 Nike Mercurial Superfly VI CR7 Chapter 7: ‘Built On Dreams’ – The last of the CR7 Chapter series, this model was the finale of the story, and pays homage to Ronaldo’s number 7 along with snippets from one of his favourite non CR7 boots in the past – the Carbon Fibre Mercurial SL. Production run and still available in limited sizes worldwide. Launch Price: £250
27. May 2019 Nike Mercurial Superfly VI CR7 SE ‘Cristiano’ – Another amazing design for Ronaldo to celebrate another great season (he scored his 600th goal with these boots) and the trophies won (Serie A, Supercoppa Italiana ) with a big Juventus theme. Launched on May 6 2019, they feature on the back of a large promotion on the back of his move to Italy and have the usual gold trim of a Ronaldo special edition. 2019 created and still some available to collectors in limited sizes. Launch Price: £275
28. July 2019 Nike Mercurial Superfly VII CR7 ‘Shuai’ – Another limited edition dropped to celebrate Ronaldo's love affair with China. The 'Shuai' (meaning handsome) uses the launch colours of hero blue with Chinese text on the upper reading "Tong Shuai", meaning "Stylish Commander". This was another under the radar Chinese only release and used when Juventus played Inter Milan in a friendly in Nanjing, China, on July 24th. ). Unknown limited numbers were dropped with few coming to the rest of the world but a few are available pick up from selected resellers still. Launch Price: £NA
29. June 2020 Nike Mercurial Superfly VII CR7 'Safari' - The Superfly CR7 Safari celebrates the 10th anniversary of Cristiano Ronaldo’s first Player Edition boot, the Safari Print Mercurial Vapor Superfly II (see above). Emulating the Nike specific Safari (designed by Tinker Hatfield) pattern of the original and placed onto the Superfly VII, they were launched first in China in May then globally in June. Production run and still available in limited sizes worldwide. Launch Price: £250
30. Oct 2020 Nike Mercurial Superfly VII CR100 – The Portuguese superstar was presented with a commemorative Nike Superfly VII after becoming the first ever European player to score 100 international goals. With similar colours to the Campeões, the boots have 100 inscribed on them along with the dates of 12 June 2004 (when he scored his first goal for Portugal) and 8 September 2020 (when he scored his 100th). Never released to retail and not seen elsewhere in collections. Launch Price: £NA
31. June 2021 Mercurial Superfly VIII CR7 'Spark Positivity' – Introduced by Nike and Ronaldo during the EURO 2020 where became the top scorer position after the group stages. The ‘Spark Positivity’ comes from CR7’s mindset to positivity and with lightning details tying in with the theme of the boot. Production run and still available in limited sizes worldwide. Launch Price: £250
32. Sep 2021 Nike Mercurial SuperflyVIII 'CR110' – In order to further commend Ronaldo's achievement as the best international scorer, Nike launched a special edition CR110 first seen on his return to Manchester United. Along with his customary white and gold colours, the design was inspired by Ronaldo's childhood when he remembers accidentally breaking a neighbour's window whilst playing on the streets. 110 pairs were allegedly created for non-public giveaway to 110 stars in countries that CR7s played in – extremely rare to see these anywhere for sale. Launch Price: £NA
Do you love the CR7 line up? Pick up some of these rare models within our shop at Bootsfinder Ltd and lookout for future additions as they are very likely to be great investments for the future.