Designed for serious runners aiming for personal bests, the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 offers explosive energy return and maximum propulsion, making it ideal for race day and high-intensity training. While excelling in speed and responsiveness, its specialized design prioritizes performance over universal comfort for all types of runs. This guide helps you understand its features, optimize performance, and properly care for your shoes.
Nitro Elite Foam: Ultra-lightweight foam engineered for explosive energy return and superior cushioning during high-speed efforts.
Carbon Fibre PWRPLATE: An innovative carbon fibre plate strategically integrated for maximum propulsion and efficient energy transfer, helping you maintain speed.
Lightweight Mesh Upper: Provides excellent breathability, keeping your feet cool and comfortable during intense runs.
PUMAGRIP Rubber Outsole: Durable rubber compound offering multi-surface traction, ensuring reliable grip in various conditions.
Secure Lace-Up Design: Ensures a snug, customizable fit, minimizing foot movement within the shoe for enhanced stability and control.
Elite Performance Focus: Built specifically to deliver top-tier speed and efficiency for competitive running and demanding training sessions.
Explosive Energy Return: Nitro Elite foam delivers a highly responsive feel, pushing you forward with each stride.
Maximum Propulsion: The PWRPLATE provides a stiff, propulsive platform for enhanced speed and efficiency.
Lightweight & Breathable: Designed to be ultra-light, with a mesh upper that promotes excellent airflow.
Reliable Traction: PUMAGRIP ensures confident footing on various road surfaces.
Secure Fit: Lace-up system allows for a personalized and locked-down feel.
Specialized Use: Primarily designed for speed, race day, and tempo runs, potentially less cushioned for everyday, long-distance recovery runs.
Durability for Daily Training: As a lightweight race shoe, its construction might not withstand the same daily mileage as a more robust training shoe without showing wear faster.
Explosive Energy Return: Nitro Elite foam delivers a highly responsive feel, pushing you forward with each stride.
Maximum Propulsion: The PWRPLATE provides a stiff, propulsive platform for enhanced speed and efficiency.
Lightweight & Breathable: Designed to be ultra-light, with a mesh upper that promotes excellent airflow.
Reliable Traction: PUMAGRIP ensures confident footing on various road surfaces.
Secure Fit: Lace-up system allows for a personalized and locked-down feel.
Specialized Use: Primarily designed for speed, race day, and tempo runs, potentially less cushioned for everyday, long-distance recovery runs.
Durability for Daily Training: As a lightweight race shoe, its construction might not withstand the same daily mileage as a more robust training shoe without showing wear faster.
The Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 is your go-to shoe when every second counts. Its design is meticulously crafted for scenarios demanding peak performance.
Race Day: The combination of Nitro Elite foam and the PWRPLATE creates a highly propulsive ride, designed to shave seconds off your personal bests, from 5K to marathon distances.
Tempo Runs: Ideal for maintaining higher paces over sustained efforts, providing the responsiveness needed to push your limits without feeling sluggish.
Interval Training: The lightweight nature and energy return make it perfect for track workouts or road intervals where quick transitions and high speeds are crucial.
High-Intensity Sessions: Whether it's a fast-paced long run or a structured workout, these shoes help you sustain effort and recover energy efficiently between strides.
The PUMAGRIP outsole ensures you maintain traction on various road surfaces, offering confidence even when cornering or accelerating. The lightweight mesh upper prevents overheating, allowing for comfortable performance even during warm conditions or prolonged efforts. Expect a firm, yet energetic feel underfoot, providing a direct connection to the ground while still offering ample protection.
Your Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3 shoes are ready to perform right out of the box. Simply lace them up, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit. Experiment with different lacing techniques if you have specific fit preferences or foot shapes to optimize comfort and lockdown.
These shoes are optimized for road running and are best suited for:
Race day events (5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon)
Tempo runs and progressive runs
Track and road interval training
High-intensity speed workouts
They are compatible with standard athletic socks. Consider moisture-wicking running socks for optimal comfort during intense sessions.
Proper care extends the lifespan and maintains the performance of your running shoes:
Cleaning: After runs, especially in dirty or wet conditions, gently brush off loose dirt. For deeper cleaning, use a mild soap and cold water with a soft brush or cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals.
Drying: Allow shoes to air dry naturally at room temperature. Do not use direct heat sources like radiators or tumble dryers, as this can damage the materials and adhesives. You can stuff them with newspaper to absorb moisture and help maintain their shape.
Storage: Store your shoes in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Rotation: If you run frequently, rotating these shoes with another pair can help extend their lifespan, giving the foam time to decompress and recover between runs.
Inspection: Regularly check the outsole for excessive wear and the upper for any damage. Replace shoes when the cushioning feels flat, or the outsole traction is significantly reduced.