Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3

This is the shoe that Dakotah Lindwurm wore at the trials as she secured her spot on in the Olympic Marathon. And it’s also the shoe that she wore as she came in as top American in Paris just a few weeks ago. This is the Puma Deviaate Nitro Elite 3. And it’s time to take it for a run.

0:00 intro
0:58 Disclosures
1:18 Specs
3:33 What’s it Like
6:33 Puma Explained
10:17 Buying Guide
10:58 vs VF3
11:49 vs Metaspeed Edge Paris

Disclosures: Puma provided this shoe, so I did not have to pay for them. No one is paying me to make this video or to include their brand in this video. No one will get a chance to preview any of my footage or my thoughts before this video goes up on YouTube.

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[sean]

To be honest, I thought Puma was dead. Now all of a sudden they're making the best shoes out there. I'm honestly happy for them, what a remarkable come up.

[Rich_Mitch_Creative]

I recently swapped the Velocity Nitro 2 out of my rotation for the Forever Run Nitro and it's really improved my long runs. When i come back to my speedier sessions my legs feel a lot more rested. I use the Deviate Nitro 2 on my faster sessions. I love this new generation of Puma shoes. They're doing a fantastic job. This is a brilliant review. Thanks Kofuzi.

[kaprikornian]

I managed to buy this exact colorway and I'll say it now: it's the best looking shoe of 2024. Love it ♥

[zchhansen]

The Magnify Nitro 2 is vastly underrated. Not so heavy that it's stuck solely in the recovery category, but with enough responsiveness and cushion that it can be an excellent long run shoe.

[mamincito]

Loving the Elites 3, they feel taller and more protective than VF3 and much less agressive in the arch area. Taking the pumas to the México City marathon this Sunday!

[kylehudgins]

Superb review as always! I agree, the PUMA design team have done a phenomenal job of keeping what's been solid about the Deviate Elite line, while making subtle yet impactful changes that take these shoes to the next level. There's definitely a good reason why PUMA athletes choose the Deviate Elite 3. If you try them out, you will not be disappointed.

[shinstrife]

Got my set of these today and excited to give them a test run. Plan to run Carmel Marathon in them!

[vi]

I have the DNE3. It’s a fantastic shoe. Only issue I had with it initially was I had bad heel rub, as it’s a pretty long shoe. So much so that maybe I would’ve been better going down half a size. After heel locking them (aka runners knot) that issue went away and I’ve loved them since. I’ve raced them in a 5k, two 10k’s and a half marathon so far and they’re so comfy yet bouncy and quick. They helped me to a big PB in all 3 distances. I will be using them for my first marathon race next year too

[MaramuresDualSport]

I've just picket up running this year, ran way less than i intended to, but still i hung onto it! Watched a lot of your vids and loved them, very informative and useful! I've got a pair of Novablast 4 and love them! Only did 2 runs in them, but the 10k felt suuuper easy at aerobic pace. I'm switching a few stuff between gym training and running and i'll 100% put more volume into the runs and next year i'm aiming for a half marathon! Thanks again for your work! Cheers from Romania!

[Mssv]

I have been waiting for this review. Just bought the Elite 2, its on sale for $111.

[miltonng]

For the life of me the Alphafly3 just didn't work
Switched to a pair of Nitro Elite 3 and runs are effortless now

10/10 highly recommend thank you Kofuzi ❤

[mfcc]

I enjoyed running in this shoe. It really feels light on the feet and very propulsive in spite of the foam being softer. The stack height is also protective making it more amenable for longer distances. For me, it's one of the best running shoes Puma has made together with Deviate Nitro 2 and 3.

[RobynRunsFree]

Just got the Deviate Nitro Elite 3... and wow. Feels like the Vaporfly 2 except a bit more responsive and perfectly bouncy and firm (to me). I am loving it so far. This might be my full-time race shoe now!!

[freeking]

It looks great as a $200+ super shoes, premium upper solid build quality 🔥 I have a pair of Elite 2, they still lovely at 700+km, helped me won my first ever 1st 10k race at time 37 min. Can’t wait to get the new one🙌🏻

[DZero_Aperture]

Comparison to the vaporfly 3 makes sense. The plate position looks almost exactly the same (same with the edge paris) and the stack height is similar. Very interesting shoe. I'll have to check it out since I love the VP2

[mikechun]

love your breakdown of shoes...it makes me think/ be more aware of sensations when I run...Nabbed some deviate nitro 2 this year when then went on sale based on your previous review - they are working well...Thx Mike!

[ksteege]

I am absolutely loving these Elite 3s such a fun and amazing shoe it is both comfortable and springy - I will be comparing it to the SC Elite v4 to see which one I want to race in

[fishbone]

I just started running about a year ago and as a newbie runner you are faced with a problem on which shoe fits you perfectly.

Im so glad i came across puma, dont get me wrong, i have different shoes from different brands but when push comes to shove, i always reach for my cats.

[dvgecko]

Best racing shoe I have, better than my Vaporfly 3 and Endorphin Pro 2, what an incredible shoe!

[laalaastl]

Still rockin' my DNE1s (I believe you reviewed the Tracksmith edition). It's one of my favorite speed day shoes. Not as fast as my TS9 but wayyy more comfy. Itching to try that aliphatic TPU. Pity they didn't bring it to the DN3.