Puma Velocity Nitro 3
One of the best value daily trainers around, with nitrogen-infused Nitro foam and grippy PumaGrip rubber for well under most rivals' prices. The ride is balanced and reliable for everything from easy days to moderate long runs. Nothing flashy, just a workhorse.
Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop10 mm
Heel stack36 mm
Toe boxStandard
Foot strikeHeel, Midfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for
Reach for the Puma Velocity Nitro 3 for everyday training miles and long runs. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.
Daily trainingLong runs
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance
- Outstanding PumaGrip outsole
- Comfortable balanced ride
- Ride is merely decent, not exciting
- Upper runs slightly warm
Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability74
Popularity85
Price80
Versatility52
Lightness73
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$130Price (MSRP)
36 mmStack height
10 mmDrop
9.6 ozMen's weight
8.2 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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