Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4
The fourth Deviate Nitro Elite keeps Puma's approachable carbon-racer formula: Nitro Elite foam, a full PWRPLATE, and a manageable geometry. It targets racers who want super-shoe speed without the instability of more extreme designs. Expect incremental foam and upper updates.
Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack40 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for
Reach for the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.
Race daySpeed work
Pros
- Fast, stable racing platform
- Competitive price for a super shoe
- Versatile across race distances
- Less dramatic bounce than rivals
- Race-snug fit
Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability32
Popularity76
Price50
Versatility52
Lightness93
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$230Price (MSRP)
40 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
6.9 ozMen's weight
6.1 ozWomen's weight
2026Release year
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