PUMADeviate Pure Nitro
PUMA stripped the Deviate down to its purest form — no plate, no compromises, just a full slab of 100% PEBA NITROFOAM and one of the lightest builds in the non-plated speed trainer category. The Deviate Pure Nitro delivers a smooth, natural, and genuinely fast ride for runners who want superfoam energy without the rigidity of carbon. Fast doesn't have to be complicated.
Details
The PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro is the newest addition to PUMA's acclaimed Deviate franchise — and its most accessible yet. Where the Deviate Nitro 4 relies on a carbon PWRPLATE for snap and propulsion, the Pure takes a different approach entirely. A single, uninterrupted slab of 100% PEBA NITROFOAM fills the midsole from heel to toe, delivering a smooth, flexible, and naturally energetic ride that doesn't need a plate to feel fast. At just 7.5 oz, it's 30 grams lighter than its plated sibling and sits comfortably among the lightest non-plated speed trainers on the market.
The PEBA-based NITROFOAM midsole is an evolution of PUMA's nitrogen-infused foam technology — lighter, more cushioned, and more responsive than previous formulations. At 38mm in the heel and 30mm in the forefoot with an 8mm drop, it delivers enough stack for genuine long-run comfort while maintaining the kind of snappy, road-connected feel you want on tempo days and interval workouts. The ride is soft without being mushy, and lively enough to push the pace without demanding extra effort from your legs.
Up top, a lightweight engineered mesh upper keeps things breathable and secure, with a padded tongue and plush collar that feel more premium than the price tag suggests. A gusseted tongue prevents shifting during harder efforts, and the overall fit runs true to size with a performance-oriented wrap through the midfoot. Underfoot, PUMAGRIP full-forefoot coverage delivers the reliable, confidence-inspiring traction PUMA is known for in all conditions. Whether you're running easy miles, building into a tempo, or logging long weekend efforts, the Deviate Pure Nitro is built to handle it all — smoothly, lightly, and with a little big-cat attitude.
MIDSOLE
- NITROFOAM offers nitrogen-infused supercritical cushioning, upgraded to be lighter and offer more energy return.
OUTSOLE
- PUMAGRIP rubber provides excellent grip come rain or shine, maintaining a lightweight feel without reducing traction or coverage.
UPPER
- Engineered mesh offers a lightweight, breathable package paired with a comfortable collar and tongue padding.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the PUMA Deviate Pure Nitro compares with 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- High
- Listed weight
- Notably light for category
- Stack
- Slightly low for category
- Price
- Typical price for category
- Drop
- Typical for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Deviate Pure Nitro | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 7.5oz | 9.6oz | Lighter (2nd percentile) |
| Heel stack | 37mm | 38mm | Lower (28th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 29mm | 31mm | Lower (29th percentile) |
| Drop | 8mm | 8mm | Typical (56th percentile) |
| Price | $150 | $160 | Typical range (34th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- At 7.5 oz, its listed weight is 2.1 oz below the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database (9.6 oz).
- At $150, its price sits $10 below the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- Its 29mm forefoot stack is 2.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 31mm (n=69).
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