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PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
ASICS NOVABLAST 5
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PUMA
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Weight
262.1 g (9.25 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.0 mm
Plate
Carbon Fiber
Weight
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
8.2 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
ASICS NOVABLAST 5
The ASICS NOVABLAST 5 and the PUMA Deviate NITRO 3 are both high-stack cushioned trainers that perform similarly despite some key differences. They both return a similar amount of energy, but the ASICS offers a more cushioned ride, making it a better choice for longer efforts and for those seeking plush comfort. The PUMA, however, feels more controlled, with a carbon fiber plate and firmer foam.
Variants
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/Sun Stream - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/Sunset Glow/Sun Stream - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Black/White/Silver - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Cool Weather/Blue Crystal/Silver - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Cool Weather/Yellow Alert - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Crystal/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Glowing Red/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Glowing Red/Silver - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Lapis Lazuli/Sunset Glow - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Pale Plum/Midnight Plum/Sun Stream - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Peaceful Blue/Glowing Red - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Peaceful Blue/Glowing Red - (Women - US 7))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (Sun Stream/Sunset Glow/White - (Men - US 9))
- Deviate NITRO 3 (White/Glowing Red - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/Carrier Grey - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Black/White - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Breeze/White - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Denim Blue/Midnight - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Greyish Purple/Coral Reef - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Illusion Blue/Light Blue - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Amber - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Indigo Blue/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Pure Aqua/Seal Grey - (Women - US 7))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Soothing Sea/Wave Teal - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Men - US 9))
- NOVABLAST 5 (Wave Teal/Black - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.3
7.3
Plate
Carbon Fiber
None
Forefoot Energy Return
6.7
7.3
Weight
5.9
6.5
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.9
6.5
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
262.1 g (9.25 oz)
248.2 g (8.76 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
42.3 mm
41.8 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
31.3 mm
33.4 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.0 mm
8.2 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.0 mm
8.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
83 mm (3.3")
89 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
58 mm (2.3")
75 mm (2.9")
Outsole Forefoot Width
107 mm (4.2")
115 mm (4.5")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
1.96
2.13
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.42
3.44
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
275 mm (10.8")
284 mm (11.2")
Internal Heel Width
60 mm (2.4")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
91 mm (3.6")
94 mm (3.7")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Semi-gusseted
Fully-gusseted
Plate
Carbon Fiber
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
5.8
6.3
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
73.1%
74.0%
Forefoot Energy Return
6.7
7.3
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
75.0%
77.3%
Heel Cushioning
7.3
8.2
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.30 J
3.83 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
8.83 J
9.97 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
15.65 J
16.86 J
Forefoot Cushioning
6.4
7.9
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
3.90 J
5.15 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
6.80 J
8.58 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
10.08 J
12.28 J
Heel Firmness
5.8
5.1
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
58.3 N/mm
47.1 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
111.8 N/mm
109.3 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
227.5 N/mm
229.7 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
8.6
8.1
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
126.6 N/mm
105.0 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
251.3 N/mm
220.1 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
479.0 N/mm
436.1 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
7.3
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
8.00 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
7.77 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
7.61 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
7.50 J
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