The PUMA Deviate Pure NITRO was already one of the more intriguing releases we’ve seen this year, offering a different take on the modern performance trainer. While many brands continue to add plates to just about everything, PUMA went the opposite direction here, creating a lightweight, speed-oriented shoe that relies on its foam and geometry rather than carbon or composite technology.
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Now, just in time for the long days of summer, the Deviate Pure NITRO is getting a fresh batch of colorways. The new options bring some extra energy to a shoe that already feels built for those sunrise miles, lunchtime runs, and evening workouts that seem to last forever this time of year.
Underneath the new looks is the same formula we enjoyed when we first tested it. You can dive into the full breakdown of all the specs and details here and we definitely encourage that.
Specs
- Stack Height: 38mm / 30mm
- Drop: 8mm
- Weight: 7.7 oz (Men’s Size 10)
The updated colorways are a little different from what you might expect from a summer running launch. Instead of leaning into the loud neon colors that often dominate warm-weather releases, PUMA has gone with a more understated palette that still feels fresh and seasonal. That’s especially notable considering the Deviate Pure NITRO originally launched exclusively in white-based color options.
The new collection includes the clean Alpine Snow-Warm White, the rich and versatile Rich Cocoa-PUMA Black, and the earthy Moss Veil-PUMA Black. If Oregon had a colorway – it may be these three.
Of course, the biggest selling point remains the shoe itself. If you’re looking to add a little color to your rotation while keeping a lightweight, versatile trainer capable of handling everything from daily miles to faster efforts, the Deviate Pure NITRO continues to be an easy recommendation. Sometimes a fresh look is all the motivation needed to squeeze in one more run before the sun finally dips below the horizon.
