Back in 2005, YouTube saw its first ever video to cross one million views. No, it was not a music video or any other internet meme. It was the ‘crossbar’, which featured the first generation of Nike Tiempo Legend Ronaldinho football boots. To mark the tenth anniversary of this feat, Nike released a remastered version of the legendary Ronaldinho signature football boots. Nike calls these boots as Nike Tiempo Touch of Gold. They certainly are a touch of gold.
Here is ‘Crossbar’ Remastered.
The colorway for this latest football boot is pure class. The upper boast a classy white color, while the gold color covers most of the outsole. The iconic Nike swoosh is colored in gold as well. It does not end there. Nike decided to number all the football boots launched under this banner. The tongue will feature the iconic R and number 10 – Ronaldinho’s jersey number, while the soleplate will see Ronaldinho’s signature. The whole football cleat reminds you of Nike Air Legend Ronaldinho from 2005.
Nike Tiempo Legend V lay the foundations for Nike Tiempo Touch of Gold. It features premium Kangaroo leather for the upper. The first touch and ball control is supreme with the super soft kangaroo leather. Just like a Nike Tiempo Legend V, we may see ACC (All Conditions Control) with this football boot. The heel-to-toe transition should be excellent, thanks to the TPU soleplate. We can even expect the HyperShield technology. Technically, this football boot should absorb 73% less water. Like all other Ronaldinho signature football boots, expect an added tongue even with the latest generation of these football boots.
The stud pattern on these shoes is also similar to Nike Tiempo Legend V. It boasts a mix of both triangular and conical studs for better acceleration and rotational agility. In the heel area, we see an added level of secondary cleats that provide added stability.
This iconic shoe is just not for its stunning looks, it will perform like a beast too. Assuming that you will actually use these legendary football boots for your regular game of football.
Nike Tiempo Touch of Gold were available for pre-order from August 25, 2015 whereas the football boots hit the stores on September 2, 2015. They retail at $225 i.e., around 15,000INR are available at select online retailers.
Only 3,000 pairs are available worldwide, you may have to rush if you want to grab a pair of these iconic football boots.
Bottom-line: Legendary.