PUMA
Velocity Nitro 5
PUMA's good-value everyday trainer adds a softer top layer of NITRO foam, a plusher upper and even grippier rubber. A simple, flexible, traditional ride that handles easy miles and the odd quicker run, and it is often discounted.
What's new: Adds a softer top layer of NITRO foam, a new, more padded upper and grippier wet-road rubber; slightly heavier and a little less springy than the Velocity Nitro 4.
Where to buy the Velocity Nitro 5
RRP around £110. Tap through for today's price.
Video reviews
What it feels like
Fit
True to size
True to size, but the heel and midfoot are narrow and some find it a touch long; wide feet should try it on first.
What the critics say
92/100 review score
- RunRepeat 89/100
- Positive: Excellent grip and durable rubber
- Positive: Comfortable, secure upper for the price
- Positive: Great value, especially on sale
- Mixed: Very flexible forefoot
- Negative: Narrow heel and midfoot
- Negative: Less springy than PUMA's pricier Nitro shoes
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- Type
- Daily trainer
- Weight
- 244 g
- Heel stack
- 35 mm
- Drop
- 8 mm
- Plate
- No plate
- Support
- Neutral
Weight for a men's US 9 / UK 8.5.
The short version
In short
A great-value everyday trainer if you're starting out and want a simple, grippy shoe for easy miles and the odd quicker run. It's now plusher, but the heel and midfoot are narrow.
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