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PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
PUMA Velocity NITRO 4
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Weight
262.1 g (9.25 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.0 mm
Plate
Carbon Fiber
Weight
232.3 g (8.19 oz)
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.1 mm
Plate
None
Our Verdict
PUMA Deviate NITRO 3
PUMA Velocity NITRO 4
The PUMA Velocity Nitro 4 and PUMA Deviate Nitro 3 serve different roles in the German brand's lineup. The Velocity Nitro 4 is an unplated daily trainer: light and built on a lower and more traditional platform. It actually uses the more energetic midsole compound of the two, giving it a lively rebound. The Deviate Nitro 3, by contrast, is a full carbon-plated super trainer with a higher stack and more structure, which also unfortunately makes it noticeably heavier. Ride-wise, both shoes end up offering similar overall cushioning underfoot, but the plate and geometry give the Deviate a more performance-oriented feel suited for workouts and long uptempo runs, while the Velocity remains the better choice for relaxed daily mileage, easy days, and runners who prefer a more pliable ride without the rigidity of a plate.
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))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Black - (Men - US 9))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Black/Dark Amethyst - (Men - US 9))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Black/Dark Amethyst - (Women - US 7))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Mint Melt/Speed Blue - (Women - US 7))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Sea Glass/Gold Moon - (Women - US 7))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Sea Glass/Speed Blue - (Men - US 9))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (Speed Blue/Gold Moon - (Men - US 9))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (White/Black - (Men - US 9))
- Velocity NITRO 4 (White/Black - (Women - US 7))
Main Differences for
Marathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
7.3
6.5
Forefoot Stack Height
31.3 mm
26.1 mm
Plate
Carbon Fiber
None
Weight
5.9
7.1
Forefoot Energy Return
6.7
7.8
Heel Stack Height
42.3 mm
37.2 mm
Heel Energy Return
5.8
7.1
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.9
7.1
Right Shoe Weight Photo
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Weight
262.1 g (9.25 oz)
232.3 g (8.19 oz)
Stack Heights
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Heel Stack Height
42.3 mm
37.2 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
31.3 mm
26.1 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
11.0 mm
11.1 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
10.0 mm
10.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
83 mm (3.3")
85 mm (3.4")
Outsole Arch Width
58 mm (2.3")
65 mm (2.6")
Outsole Forefoot Width
107 mm (4.2")
103 mm (4.0")
Heel Width-To-Stack Ratio
1.96
2.28
Forefoot Width-To-Stack Ratio
3.42
3.95
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
275 mm (10.8")
278 mm (10.9")
Internal Heel Width
60 mm (2.4")
62 mm (2.4")
Internal Forefoot Width
91 mm (3.6")
90 mm (3.5")
Wide Sizing Available
Yes
Yes
Other Features
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Tongue Gusset Type
Semi-gusseted
Semi-gusseted
Plate
Carbon Fiber
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
5.8
7.1
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
73.1%
76.6%
Forefoot Energy Return
6.7
7.8
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
75.0%
79.9%
Heel Cushioning
7.3
7.2
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Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 550N
3.30 J
3.56 J
Energy Absorbed At 1100N
8.83 J
8.90 J
Energy Absorbed At 1900N
15.65 J
14.28 J
Forefoot Cushioning
6.4
6.2
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
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Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 800N
3.90 J
4.12 J
Energy Absorbed At 1300N
6.80 J
6.66 J
Energy Absorbed At 2050N
10.08 J
9.39 J
Heel Firmness
5.8
6.3
Heel Firmness
Firmness At 550N
58.3 N/mm
51.7 N/mm
Firmness At 1100N
111.8 N/mm
130.5 N/mm
Firmness At 1900N
227.5 N/mm
319.7 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
8.6
9.0
Forefoot Firmness
Firmness At 800N
126.6 N/mm
137.6 N/mm
Firmness At 1300N
251.3 N/mm
297.8 N/mm
Firmness At 2050N
479.0 N/mm
585.1 N/mm
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
5.8
Forefoot Long Run Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 10km
6.35 J
Energy Absorbed At 20km
6.21 J
Energy Absorbed At 30km
6.11 J
Energy Absorbed At 40km
6.05 J
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