California Nike Tiempo Legend VII: Calf Leather Version Inspired by Assembly Bill 1188
California’s Assembly Bill 1188, which bans the import of products containing kangaroo leather, has made it harder for players in the state to buy classic
California’s Assembly Bill 1188, which bans the import of products containing kangaroo leather, has made it harder for players in the state to buy classic k-leather boots like the Nike Tiempo Legend. In response, Nike introduced a special edition of the Tiempo Legend VII that replaces kangaroo leather with calf leather. Labeled the “California” Tiempo Legend VII, this version offers the same heritage silhouette and features, with the state abbreviation “CA” included. Here is what you need to know about this unique release.
Background: California’s Kangaroo Leather Ban
Assembly Bill 1188 prohibits the import of any products made with kangaroo leather into California. While only affecting one state, California’s large soccer community has influenced how brands approach new releases. Nike responded by creating an alternate material version of the Tiempo Legend using calf leather, making the boot available to players in the state.
Calf Leather vs Kangaroo Leather
The higher-quality kangaroo leather provides a more supple and responsive feel straight out of the box. When comparing the two versions side by side, the k-leather has a glossy finish while the calf leather has a matte finish.
Above pic: Calf (left) vs Kangaroo (right)
Key Features of the Tiempo Legend VII
The Tiempo Legend VII upper is highly defined with no stitches through the strike zone, improving fit and feel. Nike uses a four‑tier system:
- Top layer: Calf leather for the first touch between boot and ball.
- Foam layer: A thin foam fused to the leather adds cushion and strength.
- Fit‑Mesh: A floating lining attached to the raised biteline helps contain the foot so the leather does not have to.
- Flyknit: Through the midfoot and tongue, Flyknit encases Flywire for cushioned coverage.
The plush feel extends to the heel, where cushioned, articulated pods hug the foot in place.
Fit and Sizing
The boot has a snug fit, with all materials locking in to create an “as one” connection with the foot. The tongue design and Flywire lacing allow you to adjust tightness, but the fit cannot be loosened as in boots with a detached tongue. Use the stretch in the tongue to open the ankle slot when putting them on. The boot fits medium to wide feet well, with enough flex in the upper for comfort. Sizing is true to size and comparable to the Tiempo Legend 6.
What’s Included
The California Tiempo Legend VII is identical to the rest of the country’s version except for the calf leather upper. It features the same blackout detailing, foam skeleton underlining, and Hyperstability outsole. The box also includes a blackout boot bag.
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