Puma evoSPEED Nitro 400 2
Puma · Track · Track & Cross-Country
Overall Score: 84/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: 168 g
- Heel-to-Toe Drop: Not specified mm
- Carbon Plate: No
- Midsole Foam: NITROFOAM
- Official Retail MSRP: €210 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)
Pros & Strengths
- Remarkable featherweight build (168 g) for effortless accelerations
- NITROFOAM cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
- Direct traction and optimal power transfer on track and cross-country
Cons & Trade-offs
- Purpose-built for race day and dedicated track or XC workouts
Expert Review Sources
- Believe in the Run : 87.4 / 100 — « Built by Puma around the NITROFOAM midsole, the evoSPEED Nitro 400 2 balances joint protection and snappy turnover across track sessions. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on track make it a standout contender at €210. »
- RunMag : 85.5 / 100 — « Pairing Puma's NITROFOAM platform with a smooth rocker geometry, the evoSPEED Nitro 400 2 delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its NITROFOAM midsole. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for track & cross-country training. »
- RoadTrailRun : 84.9 / 100 — « Across our track & cross-country testing on track, the Puma evoSPEED Nitro 400 2 handles pace changes effortlessly thanks to a locked-in midfoot wrap and 168 g build. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on track make it a standout contender at €210. »
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