Our verdict

The PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is an affordable running shoe that, based on my running tests, delivers all-day comfort and outstanding grip. It is versatile enough for gym use so I was happy to test it there as well. I did discover that it is not an ideal shoe to wear for long-distance runs and daily training. The PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is good for casual runners and those who are looking for an affordable training shoe.

PUMA Mayze Zebra Sneakers JR in Black Silver Ivory Glow Pros

  • Puma T-shirt Sans Manches Studio Crop Lace
  • Grippy outsole
  • All-day comfort
  • Solid lockdown
  • Affordable
  • buy puma hst20 mineral
  • PUMA Mayze Zebra Sneakers JR in Black Silver Ivory Glow

PUMA Mayze Zebra Sneakers JR in Black Silver Ivory Glow Cons

  • Like Nike Air Max 95 and PUMA Disc
  • Runs warm
  • Narrow toebox

Audience verdict

79
Decent!

PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 review

While PUMA touts the Viz Runner as a running shoe, I feel that it is more at home in other athletic venues. While the shoe works fine to run a few miles on the treadmill or walking, the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 really excels in other disciplines ranging from court sports, to fitness classes to general gym use.

puma-viz-runner.jpg

The PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 will serve the athlete well in a variety of uses, and its grippy sole will be appreciated there. Priced affordably, the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is a shoe that is hard to pass up. 

sneakers puma future rider city attack jr 373147 03 gray violet foxglove

The PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is a shoe best suited for:

  • casual runners
  • puma r78 palace blue black whi
  • Dresy Puma Cena od 200 do 299

PUMA Mayze Zebra Sneakers JR in Black Silver Ivory Glow | Who should NOT buy the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01

Consider other running shoes if you:

Comfy right out of the box

The PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is a pretty comfortable shoe. Right out of the box it had a very natural, supple feel to it. I wore this shoe to work on their first time out and was satisfied with the feel all day. I then wore these shoes to workout and found myself wearing them around town for the remainder of the weekend. 

puma-viz-runner-collar.jpg

Buty puma basket heart

The only complaint I have about comfort is that Viz Runner runs a little hot. It being winter, that is not a problem, but in the summer months to come I imagine it will be.

puma-viz-runner-forefoot.jpg

PUMA Mayze Zebra Sneakers JR in Black Silver Ivory Glow

The toe box of the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 runs on the narrow side. I find it to be a little restrictive when using the shoe to run in.  If you have wide feet and need more room, the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is probably not for you if you are planning to use the shoe as a dedicated running shoe.

puma-viz-runner-laces.jpg

trainers puma x ray lite 374122 14 whi whiblush georiga blush

The EVA heel pod of the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 provides a good source of cushion that heel strikers will like. The forefoot and midfoot lack in cushion, which was a disappointing feature for this reviewer. I am not always fresh enough to be up on the balls of my feet, but when I am I appreciate a little more cushion than the Viz Runner provided.

puma-viz-runner-heel.jpg

Puma Run Favorite Short Sleeve T-Shirt

The styling of the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is reminiscent more of a basketball shoe or court shoe, and that´s also where I think this shoe really belongs. The solid white model that I tested is a little bright for my tastes but PUMA does offer some other colorways. Overall, the style is simple and without a ton of bells and whistles.

puma-viz-runner-onfeet.jpg

Puma RS-0 U Chunky Sneakers Shoes 368235-01

The lace cage of the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is well designed and gives the shoe a solid locked down feeling. One criticism I had was of the tongue and that it is a little overstuffed and bulky. I like the lateral stability that the lockdown of the shoe provides. 

Superb grip

It is always nice to have a shoe that you can forget about slipping with. The shoe cornered well, especially on the court, and the grip of the soul is superb for court surfaces and treadmill tracks alike. I felt very secure in all of my workouts. 

puma-viz-runner-outsole.jpg

Ténis Puma Ralph Sampson Lo branco azul

My one big criticism of this shoe is that it could stand to be a little better ventilated. The sidewall does offer some ventilation holes but overall the shoe is pretty closed down. The solid construction of the faux leather upper does little to aerate the foot. These all add up to the shoe running just a little warm for my liking.

puma-viz-runner-side-perforations.jpg

A light feel in the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01

At 8.8oz/250g, the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is pretty light and it shows. I never felt bogged down in this shoe. The lightness of the PUMA makes it a good bet for long days of cross training or hard gym sessions.

Priced right

Coming in at just $65, the PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is priced right. At half of what I am normally willing to pay for athletic shoes, PUMA Vikky Platform V Sneakers Shoes 365242-01 is one that can easily be justified.