Puma Mid Distance NITRO Elite 3

Puma evoSPEED Mid Distance NITRO™ Elite 3 – Built for Precision and Speed

Mid-distance racing demands a unique balance of speed, endurance, and control. From the sharp tactical surges of the 800m to the sustained rhythm of the 5000m, every stride matters. The Puma evoSPEED Mid Distance NITRO™ Elite 3 is engineered to help athletes find that balance, delivering lightweight responsiveness, explosive propulsion, and a race-ready fit that ensures nothing stands between you and your next personal best.

Designed for Performance on the Track

When you line up on the start line, you need confidence in your footwear. This spike has been crafted specifically for middle-distance athletes, offering the responsiveness and propulsion you need to handle anything from a tactical 800m race to the grueling demands of a 5k on the track.

The core of the shoe is powered by NITROFOAM™ ELITE cushioning, a nitrogen-infused midsole foam that is both featherlight and highly responsive. With every stride, it provides energetic rebound, reducing wasted effort and helping you sustain pace when fatigue sets in. Combined with the carbon fiber PWRPLATE, this shoe translates energy directly into forward motion, giving you a snappy toe-off that propels you into your next stride with speed and efficiency.

Lightweight Feel, Locked-In Fit

The upper of the Mid Distance NITRO Elite 3 is constructed from an ultra-breathable textile, keeping your feet cool and focused, even in high-intensity races under pressure. Its featherlight build—just 145g (UK size 8)—ensures that you barely feel the shoe on your foot, allowing you to stay fast and nimble through tactical moves, surges, and finishing kicks.

Meanwhile, the precise fit keeps you locked in without distraction, supporting quick changes of pace and maintaining stability through bends and straights alike.

Custom Traction for Every Race

Racing surfaces and conditions vary, and the NITRO Elite 3 adapts with you. Equipped with six removable pins, these spikes allow you to fine-tune your grip to match the track surface and your racing style. Whether you’re chasing a blistering 800m or settling into the rhythm of a 5000m, you can count on secure traction that keeps you moving at your best.

Approved for the Highest Level

Built for athletes chasing performance at every level, the Puma Mid Distance NITRO Elite 3 is World Athletics approved, making it suitable for competition from local meets to global championships.

Key Features

NITROFOAM™ ELITE Cushioning – Nitrogen-infused foam provides ultra-lightweight responsiveness and high-energy rebound.
Carbon Fiber PWRPLATE – Maximizes energy transfer for explosive propulsion and a powerful toe-off.
Ultra-Breathable Upper – Keeps feet cool and comfortable under race conditions.
Removable Pins – Six changeable spikes for customizable traction depending on track surface and racing strategy.
Featherlight Construction – Approx. 145 g (UK size 8) for speed without compromise.
Middle-Distance Specific – Optimized for events from 800m through 5000m.
World Athletics Approved – Eligible for competition at all sanctioned events.

Why Athletes Choose the Puma Mid Distance NITRO Elite 3

This spike isn’t just about speed—it’s about performing with confidence. Athletes will appreciate the smooth balance of cushioning and propulsion, which protects the legs from the pounding of multiple laps while still delivering the snappy response needed to kick hard in the final stretch. The customizable traction ensures grip on every turn, while the breathable, lightweight build allows you to focus entirely on race tactics and execution.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best, aiming for a qualifying standard, or competing at the championship level, the Puma evoSPEED Mid Distance NITRO™ Elite 3 is designed to keep you fast, focused, and ready to perform when it matters most.

Dominate the middle distances with the Puma Mid Distance NITRO Elite 3 – where speed, precision, and performance meet.

Mens sizes shown. Size up 1.5 for womens size. Eg mens US7=Womens US8.5.
US sizing shown unless stated otherwise. Size charts available here
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