The Puma Deviate Nitro Pure is a daily trainer designed for speed and versatility. Priced at $150, it’s non-plated, features a 100% PEBA midsole, and is designed to compete with shoes like the Adidas Evo SL ($150) and R.A.D Synth ($140). Puma already has the non-plated Velocity Nitro 4, which uses a foam they also call NITROFOAM, as well as the Deviate Nitro 4 speed trainer, so we were very curious to see where the Deviate Nitro Pure fit into the lineup. The specs of this new shoe are impressive on paper. It came in at around 225 grams in our men’s size 10.5 and features 37mm of foam in the heel, making it lighter and higher stacked than the Velocity. The upper is very nicely constructed, with a performance fit and a lightly padded tongue. It was not too narrow or too low volume, which are common complaints runners have about the Velocity Nitro 4. Out on the run, we found the foam to be firmer and not quite as bouncy as we expected, but the ride was protective and the geometry was very smooth. It is a very workmanlike shoe, requiring you to do all the work, but that can be a good thing if you are focused on improving your speed mechanics. We anticipate this being a very high hit-rate shoe and think that most people who pick it up will really like it. The only question is whether it will become a shoe you reach for most days of the week. During high-mileage marathon training, we anticipate using the Deviate Nitro Pure for faster daily miles, Zone 3 runs, hill sprints, and some workouts. If you are looking for a versatile, reliable daily trainer with a bit of fun and some speed, or for a more comfortable Evo SL replacement, the Deviate Nitro Pure is a great buy at $150.
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