Mens Puma FAST-R NITRO Elite 3

Men’s PUMA FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 – Carbon-Plated Road Racing Shoe

Crush Your PR. Rule Race Day. Redefine Fast.

Engineered for the relentless racer, the Men’s PUMA FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 is more than just a running shoe—it’s a high-performance weapon built for speed, endurance, and podium finishes. Whether you're chasing a 5K PB or toeing the line for your next marathon, this carbon-plated road shoe is precision-tuned to help elite and ambitious runners unlock their full potential on race day.

Built for Speed, Designed for Victory

At the core of the FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 is a radical redesign of propulsion technology, creating a seismic shift in the road racing category. This shoe isn’t about casual miles—it’s built for pure racing performance. From the gun to the tape, every element is crafted to support peak output from serious athletes aiming to push their limits.

Let’s break down how the FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 helps you perform at your absolute best:

Explosive Propulsion with Carbon-Fiber Power

Racers demand energy return. The FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 delivers it in spades with a full-length carbon-fiber PWRPLATE. Strategically engineered to stabilize the midsole while driving energy forward, this plate works like a springboard beneath your foot. Each stride propels you forward with less fatigue, giving you that critical edge in the second half of your race—when it matters most.

This plate doesn’t just push you forward. It also creates a snappy toe-off and keeps your transitions sharp and fluid. The result? Faster turnover, better form, and improved overall efficiency.

Ultra-Lightweight Cushioning That Responds

The shoe’s performance backbone is its NITROFOAM™ Elite midsole, PUMA’s most responsive cushioning platform to date. Made with elite-level runners in mind, this high-rebound foam is feather-light yet delivers maximum energy return with every stride. The softness underfoot never sacrifices speed—instead, it’s the ideal balance of cushion and responsiveness, helping reduce impact while keeping you flying across the asphalt.

Coupled with a stack height of 40mm in the heel and 32mm in the forefoot (with an 8mm drop), the geometry of this shoe provides the cushioning and mechanical advantage runners need to maintain high speeds for longer.

Engineered for Race-Day Comfort

Comfort matters—especially when you're in the pain cave during a long-distance race. That’s why the upper is constructed from ULTRAWEAVE, an ultra-light, breathable material with a 4-way stretch structure. It offers just enough give to accommodate foot swelling without compromising lockdown or adding bulk.

With a regular fit designed for neutral pronators, the shoe holds your foot securely in place during high-speed efforts. The one-piece upper also minimizes internal seams and friction points, reducing the risk of irritation when every second counts.

Grip You Can Trust—Rain or Shine

Fast shoes mean nothing if you can’t stay upright on the corners. That’s where PUMAGRIP comes in. This advanced rubber compound covers the outsole and provides outstanding traction across a variety of surfaces—wet pavement, slick road paint, or tight hairpin turns. No matter the conditions on race day, the FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 keeps you grounded and confident.

Designed for Race-Ready Durability

While built for competition, the FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 is also designed with serious training in mind, boasting an approximate lifespan of 300km. That’s enough for your tune-up tempo runs, key workouts, and a few peak races—all with consistent performance across its life cycle.

Ideal For:

• Road racers seeking every performance advantage

• Competitive runners aiming for new personal bests

• Athletes needing max cushioning with elite-level propulsion

• 5K to Marathon distances

• Neutral pronators

Materials & Specifications:

• Upper: ULTRAWEAVE (80% textile / 20% synthetic) – ultralight and breathable

• Midsole: 100% synthetic NITROFOAM™ Elite – responsive and soft

• Outsole: 90% rubber / 10% synthetic with PUMAGRIP – durable and grippy

• Sockliner & Lining: 100% textile – smooth and race-day ready

• Cushioning: Max

• Drop: 8mm (40mm heel / 32mm forefoot)

• Fit: Regular

Race-Day Approved

The PUMA FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 isn’t just another carbon-plated shoe—it’s a finely tuned racing instrument for those who want to perform at the highest level. With a combination of cutting-edge foam, a precision carbon plate, all-surface grip, and featherlight construction, this shoe doesn’t just help you run fast. It helps you run your fastest.

Take your spot on the start line. Trust your training. Let the FAST-R NITRO™ Elite 3 carry you to your next PR

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