PUMAMagMax Nitro
PUMA went bigger, softer, and bouncier than ever with the MagMax Nitro — the tallest stack of supercritical NITRO foam they've ever put in a daily trainer. This is the shoe for runners who want max cushion without sacrificing the lively, energetic ride PUMA's NITRO line is known for. Big miles have never felt this good.
Details
The PUMA MagMax Nitro is PUMA's boldest daily trainer yet, built around the brand's tallest-ever stack of supercritical NITRO foam for runners who want maximum underfoot protection without giving up the responsive, bouncy ride the NITRO line delivers. At 47mm in the heel and 39mm in the forefoot, this is not a shoe that goes halfway. The supercritical nitrogen-infusion process creates a foam that strikes an impressive balance between deep, compliant cushioning and genuine energy return — soft enough to feel luxurious on easy days, lively enough to keep things fun when you decide to push the pace.
Holding everything together is an engineered mesh upper reinforced with PWRTAPE overlays for structural support without added weight, paired with a padded ankle collar for a plush, locked-in feel around the foot. The upper wraps securely over such a generous midsole platform, keeping your foot stable and comfortable from the first mile to the last.
Underfoot, PUMAGRIP outsole rubber is widely regarded as one of the best outsole compounds in the running industry — delivering reliable, durable traction across all road surfaces in all conditions. Whether you're logging long training miles, running recovery days, or simply putting in volume on tired legs, the MagMax Nitro is built to keep your legs fresher and your runs more enjoyable. Smiles per mile, guaranteed.
MIDSOLE
- NITRO foam is nitrogen-infused supercritical foam for an innovative balance of daily cushioned responsiveness.
OUTSOLE
- PUMAGRIP rubber compound is a leading fan-favorite for its durable and sticky all surface grip.
UPPER
- Engineered Mesh with PWRTAPE overlays ensures a comfortable secure fit for long miles.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the PUMA MagMax Nitro compares with 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
This archived model is compared with currently active shoes in the Cadence database.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- Max
- Listed weight
- Notably heavy for category
- Stack
- Notably high for category
- Price
- Higher-priced for category
- Drop
- Typical for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | MagMax Nitro | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 10.3oz | 9.6oz | Heavier (66th percentile) |
| Heel stack | 47mm | 38mm | Higher (97th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 39mm | 31mm | Higher (95th percentile) |
| Drop | 8mm | 8mm | Typical (55th percentile) |
| Price | $180 | $160 | Higher range (89th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- Its 47mm heel stack is 9.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 38mm (n=67).
- Its 39mm forefoot stack is 8.0mm above the current Trainers / Daily median of 31mm (n=67).
- At $180, its price sits $20 above the median of the 67 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
