PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 3
There's no holding back on race day, and the PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 unleashes your full potential. This carbon-plated running shoe is crafted for pure speed, tuned for max efficiency, and engineered for your fastest performances ever.
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Product Details:
The PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 is built for one thing: speed without compromise. Using advanced computational design, PUMA stripped away everything you don't need, refined every detail, and achieved a stunning weight reduction from the previous version. What's left is pure race-day performance, for full marathons all the way down to 5Ks.
The re-tuned NITROFOAM Elite midsole features a lighter and softer feel with greater energy return for the ultimate responsive ride. Paired with the full-length carbon PWRPLATE, you get powerful propulsion where you need it most, helping you roll forward effortlessly and finish strong with less wasted motion.
The upper is lighter and cooler, too. A reworked ULTRAWEAVE mesh, combined with reduced overlays, delivers better breathability and a cleaner fit. You get true sock-like security without distractions, hot spots, or added bulk.
Underneath it all, the thinner PUMAGRIP outsole keeps things locked in with race-ready traction that's as light as it is grippy. Whether you're chasing a new PR or outpacing the pack, go wild in the PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 and make every second count!
What You'll Love:
- Ultimate racing shoe for marathons to short distances
- Stunningly lighter—PUMA's lightest race-day shoe ever
- More responsive and explosive from the first step through the finish line
Model Number: 312060-02
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Shoe Specs
Weight: | 6.0 oz 170 g |
Heel Stack: | 39 mm |
Forefoot Stack: | 31 mm |
Heel-Toe Offset: | 8 mm |
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Heel Width: | Average |
Midfoot Fit: | Narrow |
Toe Box Fit: | Wide |
How We Measure Our Shoe Specs
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We measure every shoe in-house to provide accurate and consistent details.
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Weight
The weight is based on a Men's size 9 for Men's and Unisex shoes or Women's size 8 for Women's shoes. The weight listed is for a single shoe, including the laces.
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Heel Stack
The heel stack refers to how high your heel sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Forefoot Stack
Forefoot stack refers to how high the ball of the foot sits above the ground when wearing shoes. Based on Men's size 9 as the standard.
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Heel-toe Offset
Heel-toe offset (drop) is the difference in height between the heel stack and the forefoot stack. We use the number given to us by the brand.
How We Measure Shoe Fit
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All measurements are based on Medium width.
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Fit (width) options are Narrow - Snug - Average - Roomy - Wide.
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Sizing (length) options are Short - True - Long. Note: fit is relative to the "average" running shoe.
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We partner with SmartLast, a program by Heeluxe, to use advanced shoe-measuring technology, to provide objective measurements for toe box, midfoot, and heel widths as well as overall length.
Cushioning Level
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BarefootBarefoot
0-13mm. The Shoe generally does not have a midsole and feels like there is no cushioning. This shoe is all about feeling the ground underfoot.
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MinimalMinimal
14-18mm. The shoe has a thin midsole that allows for a natural running experience. Racing shoes and minimalist shoes are common here. These shoes offer a feeling of being connected to the road or trail.
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LowLow
19-23mm. The shoe has a slightly cushioned feel and may feature added cushioning technologies. Performance training shoes and some trail shoes are common here. These offer protection during footstrike but prioritize a lightweight, grounded experience.
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MediumMedium
24-28mm. These shoes have a stack height that fall near the middle of the spectrum.The shoes in this category are verstaile and great for all types of runs and distances.
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HighHigh
29-34mm. The shoe has a thick midsole and ample cushioning. These shoes are highly protective and absorb more impact than the body.
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MaximalMaximal
35mm plus. The shoe has an extremely thick midsole and extra cushioning. The focus is on protection and soft foam underfoot with hardly any ground feel.
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- NITROFOAM Elite is aliphatic TPU superfoam that's highly responsive and extremely lightweight, now tuned slightly softer than before.
- PWRPLATE is a full-length carbon fiber plate designed for maximum energy return and optimized running efficiency. Its extended design beyond your toes increases propulsion and stride length.
OUTSOLE
- PUMAGRIP rubber offers class-leading multi-surface traction and durability.
UPPER
- ULTRAWEAVE engineered mesh provides a lightweight and breathable race fit.
- PWRTAPE overlays have been reduced to provide just the right amount of strategic support.