Our verdict

PUMA's maiden voyage into the supershoe world delivers a fantastic performance at a reasonable price. Even though it's built as a marathon shoe, we think this modern-day racing flat excels for interval training and 5K/10K races.

Puma Rs-350 Og Mens Shoes Taos Taupe-peacoat 365574-04 Pros

  • Mighty fast
  • Stable
  • Racer fit
  • Natural ride
  • Secure heel clutch
  • Breathable
  • Durable
  • Looks amazing
  • Кросівки puma viz runner graphic
  • Fantastic grip

Puma Rs-350 Og Mens Shoes Taos Taupe-peacoat 365574-04 Cons

  • PUMA RS-FAST X EMOJI 375374-01 $120
  • Narrow fit
  • Pantofi PUMA Ultra Play Tt Jr 106926 01 Fizzy Light Parisian Blue

Who should buy

For those immersed in the PUMA universe or seeking a durable racer with excellent grip and stability, we've discovered that the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy emerges as a top-tier option. In our tests, its versatility and plush midsole just shone. We found it's great for everything from short to long intervals, races, and even daily runs if needed.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy side

Who should NOT buy

However, we think that you should steer clear of this PUMA if you:

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy parts

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Heel stack

Here's a time when our findings deviate considerably from what the brand says. Our meticulous measurements using a calliper revealed a heel height of 31.1 mm, which is substantially lower than stated by PUMA (36 mm).

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Heel stack
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 31.1 mm
Average 34.2 mm
Compared to 403 running shoes
Number of shoes
22.5 mm
Heel stack
46.3 mm

Puma Rs-350 Og Mens Shoes Taos Taupe-peacoat 365574-04 | Forefoot stack

We ran into a similar problem with the forefoot. PUMA's advertised 28 mm of foam fell short, with our lab measurements revealing only 25.4 mm. While not as huge a discrepancy as in the heel, it's still far from ideal.

For today's marathon-running standards, this under-30-mm thickness seems subpar, especially when most competition shoes boast a foam layer exceeding 30 mm in the same region in order to protect your muscles for the last third of the race.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Forefoot stack
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 25.4 mm
Average 25.6 mm
Compared to 403 running shoes
Number of shoes
13.7 mm
Forefoot stack
37.1 mm

Drop

Puma Flawless Forever Strumpfhose Mit Hoher Taille.

While this isn't necessarily a drawback—many experienced runners, like midfoot or forefoot strikers, might even find it advantageous—it's essential for us to emphasise that this actual measurement doesn't align with PUMA's advertised specifications.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Drop
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 5.7 mm
Average 8.6 mm
Compared to 403 running shoes
Number of shoes
-0.2 mm
Drop
16.1 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

Our durometer tests reveal a pleasantly soft compound in the Nitro Elite foam that we measured at 14.8 HA of softness. This foam Спортивные брюки из черной ткани Puma:

  1. Durability: By adding EVA to the equation, the midsole's lifespan significantly extends.
  2. Affordability: PEBA, while effective, is really expensive. EVA, on the other hand, is an ultra-cheap foam.

The end product delivers a soft and springy run, although it doesn't quite match the bounce level of the PEBA-only foams found in ASICS or Nike racing shoes.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Midsole softness
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 14.8 HA
Average 20.9 HA
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 330 running shoes
Number of shoes
8.5 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
35.0 HA

Midsole softness in cold (%)

Even after a 20-minute nap in our freezer, the Nitro Elite stayed as soft as a sponge at 19.9 HA.

However, there's a catch. While it's true the Nitro Elite remains soft in cold temperatures, it does harden up way more (34.7%) than its PEBA or TPEE competitors, which typically fall in the 5-15% ballpark. So, why does this happen?

The answer is quite simple! PEBA performs outstandingly under cold conditions, but EVA, unfortunately, does not. Since the Nitro Elite foam is a blend of PEBA and EVA, we observed a result that's pretty much what we expected—an average performance.

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PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy PUMA nero bianco
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 35%
Average 25%
Compared to 330 running shoes
Number of shoes
0%
Midsole softness in cold
63%

Insole thickness

At 3.3 mm, the insole is leaner than what we usually find in the lab. However, just like happened with the outsole, the need to cut weight in a racing shoe dictates this approach. Every gramme counts, and indeed, the insole presents a good opportunity for such diet.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Insole thickness
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 3.3 mm
Average 4.4 mm
Compared to 399 running shoes
Number of shoes
1.5 mm
Insole thickness
7.3 mm

Size and fit

Size

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy is true to size (28 votes).

Owners of this shoe, how does this shoe fit?

1 size small ½ size small True to size ½ size large 1 size large
Compared to 382 running shoes
Number of shoes
½ size small
Slightly small
True to size
Slightly large
½ size large

Toebox width - widest part

PUMA does another trick here in order to boost stability. We found that they mixed a narrow upper (91.6 mm) with a wide midsole, thus obtaining an stable and solid ride. However, there's a catch—it leaves less room inside the shoe. And that's a problem for many of us.

Our testing reveals that runners with medium-to-wide feet might find this shoe a bit tight, while those with narrow or narrow-to-medium feet will likely find them comfortable for racing.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Toebox width at the widest part
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 91.6 mm
Average 98.5 mm
Compared to 370 running shoes
Number of shoes
91.6 mm
Toebox width - widest part
104.9 mm

Puma 2 products

In an interesting move to add a bit of extra space in the toebox—and trying to please more runners despite its narrow toebox—the German brand designed the big toe area to mimic most training shoes. It's almost the average size at 72.8 mm, and that's a good thing.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Toebox width at the big toe
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 72.8 mm
Average 78.4 mm
Compared to 244 running shoes
Number of shoes
67.6 mm
Puma 2 products
89.2 mm

Toebox feel

After some back-and-forth, we decided to label the fit of this shoe as "medium" for our test, but it’s teetering on the edge of being tight. Runners with medium-to-wide feet can try to go half-size up, and those with wide feet must stay away from this one.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Midfoot feel
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Medium

Midfoot feel

The midfoot fit is truly impressive, positioning this shoe among the best options for those with flat feet. It's right up there with the Спортивні костюми Puma весняні+ Чорні чоловічі кросівки puma uprise mesh.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Midfoot feel
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Normal

Heel feel

The heel is an absolute dream to slip into, especially for a racing shoe. We had no heel slippage during our test runs.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Heel feel
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Normal

Stability

Lateral stability test

The stability of the PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy stands as one of its most noteworthy features when compared to other racing shoes. Contrary to our initial expectation of the typical instability found in racing shoes, we were greeted with a pleasant surprise by its secure ride.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy outsole shape

PUMA has incorporated design elements from daily training shoes into this racer to enhance stability. The noticeably wide midfoot, unusual for a racing shoe, is evident in the photo above. Its similarity to the Deviate Nitro 2—a training shoe—is pretty Produkte.

Torsional rigidity

Whenever we encounter shoes with carbon-fibre plates in our lab, we anticipate a maximum level of rigidity. True to our expectations, this shoe delivers a 5/5 in our manual assessment.

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 5
Average 3.4
Compared to 382 running shoes
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

This test shows the total opposite of the last one. Heel counters in racing shoes are usually flexible, especially with plastic-like materials like the ones in the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 2.0 or this PUMA. So, the lowest score possible (1/5) is what the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy ended up with.

If you experience any kind of heel slippage, try an alternative lacing technique.

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 1
Average 2.9
Compared to 366 running shoes
Number of shoes
1
Heel counter stiffness
5

Midsole width - forefoot

Although the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy is slightly narrower than the average shoe, at 109.8 mm we still view it as wide for its purpose. This smart tactic from the German brand enhances stability and positions the shoe competitively against its rivals, making it a clear selling point for many long distance runners.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 109.8 mm
Average 114.1 mm
Compared to 404 running shoes
Number of shoes
102.2 mm
Midsole width - forefoot
126.9 mm

Midsole width - heel

This theme continues to the back of the shoe, where we found that, at 84.7 mm, it's 7.7 mm wider than the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 2.0 and a jaw-dropping 9.7 mm wider than the Vaporfly Next% 2.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Midsole width in the heel
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 84.7 mm
Average 90.6 mm
Compared to 404 running shoes
Number of shoes
70.8 mm
Midsole width - heel
106.6 mm

PUMA RS-Fast Intro Black Green

Here's the deal. Кроссовки баскетбольные puma court rider are fantastic for racing, but they can be uncomfortable for everything else. That's why companies are introducing nylon plates in training shoes that aren't as rigid, yet still provide some carbon plate benefits.

Well, after our flexibility test, we found that the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy, with its "PWRPLATE" carbon plate, finds itself squarely in between these two at 41N. It's significantly less rigid than your average racing speedster, but it's also firmer than the typical shoe and the majority of nylon-plated ones.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy flex

This is important because not all runners prefer ultra-stiff running shoes—like those one with metatarsalgia—or perhaps you're searching for a versatile shoe suitable for both training and racing. If that's the case, this shoe strikes the perfect balance.

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 41.0N
Average 28.1N
We use an average of four tests. The video shows one of those tests.
Compared to 383 running shoes
Number of shoes
2.2N
Flexibility <> Stiffness
72.1N

Stiffness in cold (%)

The same Lilac that we experienced about midsole softness happened with the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy regarding stiffness. When we tested it in cold conditions, it exhibited a slightly more rigid behaviour at 57.3N, being less pleasant.

At 39.8% of change, the Deviate is keeping in line with the whole PEBA+EVA foam behaviour. We were gearing up for a typical, nothing-to-write-home-about change aaaand bingooo—that’s what we got!

Definitely not the world-class result that you should expect from a £200 shoe.

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 40%
Average 32%
Compared to 383 running shoes
Number of shoes
0%
Stiffness in cold
101%

Weight

The PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy from PUMA doesn't just feel light—it's incredibly featherweight. Weighing a mere 7.1 oz (200g), it's a whopping 34% lighter than the average running shoe.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Weight
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 7.05 oz (200g)
Average 9.38 oz (266g)
Compared to 404 running shoes
Number of shoes
5.61 oz (159g)
Weight
12.59 oz (357g)

Breathability

The moment we picked up the shoe in our lab, we immediately sensed its fantastic airflow. Its upper, made of a plasticky material, breathes with minuscule holes that encourage airflow and effortlessly release heat.

Even under a crazy heatwave, running in this shoe resulted in neither blisters nor discomfort. The PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy it's definitely a safe bet even for our wild 20-mile summer long runs.

We were left with no alternative but to award this PUMA shoe a perfect score (5/5) in our breathability test.

The PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy design goes above and beyond, not only dissipating heat through the tongue area—like most running shoes—but also delivering superior airflow in its toe box, which is a must for long distance shoes.

Женские шорты Puma в Николаеве.

Now, let's move to one of our favourite tests: the microscope.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy microscope

The breathability secrets of the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy reveal themselves under our microscope. As you can observe, thousands of ventilation holes result from the unique threading of this synthetic mesh. Air and heat can escape without any issue.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy microscope close
The PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy upper it's almost hypnotising under our microscope, isn't it?
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 5
Average 3.8
Compared to 333 running shoes
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

The PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy from PUMA doesn't just feel light—it's incredibly featherweight. Weighing a mere 7.1 oz (200g), it's a whopping 34% lighter than the average running shoe.

Toebox durability

Aside from a few exceptions, a thin mesh intended for racing typically implies that the upper isn't overly resistant to abrasion.

This assumption held true in our lab when we tested the Nitro Elite against our Dremel. The machine made one of the largest holes we've ever seen in this test. Unfortunately for PUMA, that results in a score of just 1 out of 5 from us.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Dremel Alphafly

The Nike Alphafly Next% 2 is one of those exceptions. It's important to note that we tested both shoes under the same conditions, applying a force of 3.2N at 10K RPM.

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 1
Average 2.6
Compared to 267 running shoes
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

Felpa con zip parte superiore tuta puma blu garzata

Contrary to the upper, the heel tells a more impressive tale. The sturdy material PUMA uses to protect the heel collar stood up remarkably well to our Dremel. With an admirable resistance to wear and tear, it earned a solid 4 out of 5!

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy heel

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 4
Average 3.2
Compared to 262 running shoes
Number of shoes
1
Felpa con zip parte superiore tuta puma blu garzata
5

Outsole hardness

Transitioning to the outsole, we observed a notably low value (71.8 HC) in our durometer test, which is typical—and desirable—for a racing shoe.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy grip

Similar to car or Formula 1 tyres, the softer the compound, the greater the grip. It's essential to remember this shoe isn't designed for everyday training—although PumaGrip it's a compound renowned for its durability, so it definitely can be used for that purpose.

Another standout feature of this PUMA shoe is the generous cover of rubber it boasts, more than you'll find on most racing shoes. This results in truly impressive durability, which makes this shoe also fantastic for interval training or running in other surfaces.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Outsole hardness
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 71.8 HC
Average 79.7 HC
We use an average of four tests. The photo shows one of those tests.
Compared to 384 running shoes
Number of shoes
56.1 HC
Outsole hardness
93.0 HC

Outsole thickness

Of course, a racing shoe equals thin outsole. Adding thicker rubber would increase weight, which isn't ideal when the goal is to race as quickly as possible. A measurement of 1.9 mm aligns perfectly with other world-class competition shoes that we also tested in our lab, such as the Спортивні костюми Puma весняні+ or the Saucony Endorphin Pro 3.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Outsole thickness
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 1.9 mm
Average 3.2 mm
Compared to 401 running shoes
Number of shoes
1.0 mm
Outsole thickness
6.0 mm

Misc

Reflective elements

The PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy offers us high-visibility, eye-catching reflective details for our fast-paced night runs.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Reflective elements
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Yes

Tongue padding

Lace bite it's a common problem and it usually traces back to those paper-thin tongues in racing shoes. So imagine our reaction when we saw the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy. Despite its racing approach, it sports a huge amount of padding in the tongue.

To paint a clear picture, let's crunch the numbers. This PUMA's tongue padding, at 5.1 mm of thickness, outpaces the competition by 4x or 5x. Let's put this into context:

  • It's a whopping 4.2 mm thicker than the tongue in the Nike Vaporfly Next% 2
  • It surpasses the Plecaki puma sole+ by 4.3 mm
  • Puma Black Dandelion High Risk Red 10 $110.00 Saucony Endorphin Pro 3 by a solid 3.9 mm

That's C-O-M-F-O-R-T... in a racing shoe!

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Tongue padding
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy 5.1 mm
Average 5.8 mm
Compared to 401 running shoes
Number of shoes
0.4 mm
Tongue padding
14.2 mm

Оригінальні кросівки puma basket

We've got to hand it to PUMA for their out-of-the-box thinking in many areas. Take the tongue gusset as an example. It's unique in that it's only fixed partially to the shoe on one side, leaving the other free. This unconventional approach isn't something we see every day in our lab.

Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy One side (semi)

Removable insole

Breaking away from the pack of racing shoes that often glue down their insoles—making them, in theory, non-removable—PUMA takes a Grey path. Third party insoles and orthotics are not a problem in the PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy.

PUMA PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Removable insole
Test results
PUMA La Liga Langärmliges Baselayer-T-Shirt in Navy Yes