Name: Puma Liberate Nitro
Brand: PUMA
SKU: 628b474da9e1369e6b753f1c
Rating: 3.6 (60 reviews)

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 the Nitro foam. Nitro foam is made by infusing Nitrogen into EVA. This is similar to the DNAFlash foam that is found in Brooks Hyperion Tempo. Note: Velocity nitro has 2 layers of foam, Nitro foam and ProfoamLite foam (this is a traditional EVA foam) which is on the bottom layer

Usage - The shoe did not really need any break-in, at least for me, and felt right from the start. I have clocked 60 km so far in this shoe. I have used it primarily for tempo and longer intervals, barring a couple of easy runs. I can say it is a very comfortable and light shoe

 The single foam layer in Liberate is to keep the weight low. The midsole has a 30mm stack height.

Overall, it gives a very cushiony feeling and feels very comfortable when one wears it. At the same time, it gives a good ground feel and can be related to minimalist shoe experiences.

Puma Liberate Nitro Review

Need a new pair of running shoes which don't break the bank and aren't too flashy so you can wear them casually. Was looking at the Pegasus 38s and Fly 4s, are there any other shoes from brands like NB or Puma that you'd recommend? 

Normally run around 5-15k and maybe longer in the future up to a half. 

My current pair are &gt;2 year old Adidas solarboosts which have become less spongier, I have read the comments here on people's opinions on UBs and it seems they aren't suited for running. If there are any shoes similar to UBs in terms of lifestyle wear but better for running, let me know. 

PS - had a look at what Saucony has to offer and they look way too flashy/colourful to me

<div class="md"><p>Need a new pair of running shoes which don&#39;t break the bank and aren&#39;t too flashy so you can wear them casually. Was looking at the Pegasus 38s and Fly 4s, are there any other shoes from brands like NB or Puma that you&#39;d recommend? </p>

<p>Normally run around 5-15k and maybe longer in the future up to a half. </p>

<p>My current pair are &gt;2 year old Adidas solarboosts which have become less spongier, I have read the comments here on people&#39;s opinions on UBs and it seems they aren&#39;t suited for running. If there are any shoes similar to UBs in terms of lifestyle wear but better for running, let me know. </p>

<p>PS - had a look at what Saucony has to offer and they look way too flashy/colourful to me</p>
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Looking for a good allrounder which doesn't break the bank

Hey guys, looking for recommendations for shoes that would be designed to help for faster times in the short distances. 

I have the NB 1500V6 in mind but also happy to try other brands. Looking at this mainly for sprint intervals and 5km runs (looking to break 19mins).

<div class="md"><p>Hey guys, looking for recommendations for shoes that would be designed to help for faster times in the short distances. </p>

<p>I have the NB 1500V6 in mind but also happy to try other brands. Looking at this mainly for sprint intervals and 5km runs (looking to break 19mins).</p>
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5km on zoomy shoes

Looking for something a bit faster that fits similarly. Wore them out but they were awesome. Needing something for half marathon and under that’s very speedy.

<div class="md"><p>Looking for something a bit faster that fits similarly. Wore them out but they were awesome. Needing something for half marathon and under that’s very speedy.</p>
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Looking to replace my Freedom 3’s. Any suggestions?

My current rotation:
 - Boston 10 (Daily)
 - Invincible (Easy)
 - Endorphin Speed (Speed)

I’m really liking this rotation, but I have a little extra money and I want to try something new. I don’t have anything in mind right now, so any recommendations would be appreciated.

<div class="md"><p>My current rotation:
 - Boston 10 (Daily)
 - Invincible (Easy)
 - Endorphin Speed (Speed)</p>

<p>I’m really liking this rotation, but I have a little extra money and I want to try something new. I don’t have anything in mind right now, so any recommendations (doesn’t have to be low stack) would be appreciated.</p>

<p>Edit: Thanks everyone for the recommendations!</p>
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Would it be beneficial to add a lower stack shoe to my rotation? And if so, do you have any recommendations?

I've always just switched between my daily trainers (Pegs, Novablast, React Infinity), but I'm starting to build up my pace so thinking of getting a slightly quicker training shoe. Under £100/$130 ideally. Something good for the track and roads. Any suggestions?

<div class="md"><p>I&#39;ve always just switched between my daily trainers (Pegs, Novablast, React Infinity), but I&#39;m starting to build up my pace so thinking of getting a slightly quicker training shoe. Under £100/$130 ideally. Something good for the track and roads. Any suggestions?</p>

<p>EDIT: Any love for Reebok Floatride Run Fast? I remember a lot of hype around one of the models a few years ago, but completely forgot they existed.</p>
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Affordable shoe for tempo/speed work?

Kinvara's niche is a budget lightweight daily trainer. When it first came out its first of its kind and drew a large crowd following. It was one of the most popular shoes in the running  triathlon community. 

Its key ingredients  are: $110 (oftentimes half of that), sub-8 oz, a very comfortable and flexible upper, and low drop (4mm). Note midsole isn't Kinvara's selling point. It has never been. I reach out to Kinvara on days when I just want to slip into something light and comfy and just go.

Now let's look at its competitions (I am not gonna talk about anything more expensive than $120)

Brooks Launch: EVA midsole,  1 Oz heavier than the Kinvara.

New Balance Beacon: EVA.  Lighter, and firmer than the Kinvara. Same minimalist spirit. More a of racing fit. I quite enjoy the Beacon as well, and have my HM PR in these.

New Balance Fuel Cell. Fuel Cell foam. V1 is much lighter than the K but not as comfy. The midsole has more pop but only at faster pace. So not really good daily trainer but more of a speed-day shoe. v2 I haven't tried but looks like it is now softer so more daily trainer than the v1 and can appeal to a broader audience. For the casual grab and go situation I would still pick the K because of its comfortable upper.

Adidas SL20: lighter than the K, racy fit. The LS midsole is very firm. Don't really like it. I will pick the K over the SL20 any day.

Adidas Boston 9: At the price range, out of all the shoes I tried, the B9 is really the only one that beats the K, in that the midsole is really enjoyably pop and the entire shoe is nimble and comfortable. I would say the K is still more comfortable for a daily walkaround shoe If you want to go to gym/grocery and a run.

There are other lightweight trainers worth mentioning, but they are outside of this price bracket:

 Reebok FloatRide Run Fast: pebax. Very light. This shoe is very fast and has the best rubber coverage in this weight class. I found mine at $50.

Skechers Razor 3: Feather light. Feels like I am wearing  styrofoam cups. They only feel nice at fast pace. The rubber is super thin so I wouldn't recommend for daily trainers. I found mine at $50 also.

In general, I am starting to get rid of the traditional 9 Oz daily trainers (e.g. Ride, Ghost, Peg and etc.) From my rotation, and only keep the lightweight trainers and max cushion shoes for long/recovery runs. With foam technology getting better, shoes are getting lighter. I just don't see the need for the traditional DT.

<div class="md"><p>Kinvara&#39;s niche is a budget lightweight daily trainer. When it first came out its first of its kind and drew a large crowd following. It was one of the most popular shoes in the running  triathlon community. </p>

<p>Its key ingredients  are: $110 (oftentimes half of that), sub-8 oz, a very comfortable and flexible upper, and low drop (4mm). Note midsole isn&#39;t Kinvara&#39;s selling point. It has never been. I reach out to Kinvara on days when I just want to slip into something light and comfy and just go.</p>

<p>Now let&#39;s look at its competitions (I am not gonna talk about anything more expensive than $120)</p>

<p>Brooks Launch: EVA midsole,  1 Oz heavier than the Kinvara.</p>

<p>New Balance Beacon: EVA.  Lighter, and firmer than the Kinvara. Same minimalist spirit. More a of racing fit. I quite enjoy the Beacon as well, and have my HM PR in these.</p>

<p>New Balance Fuel Cell Rebel. Fuel Cell foam. V1 is much lighter than the K but not as comfy. The midsole has more pop but only at faster pace. So not really good daily trainer but more of a speed-day shoe. v2 I haven&#39;t tried but looks like it is now softer so more daily trainer than the v1 and can appeal to a broader audience. For the casual grab and go situation I would still pick the K because of its comfortable upper.</p>

<p>Adidas SL20: EVA. Lighter than the K, racy fit. The LS midsole is very firm. Don&#39;t really like it. I will pick the K over the SL20 any day.</p>

<p>Adidas Boston 9: TPU/EVA. At the price range, out of all the shoes I tried, the B9 is really the only one that beats the K, in that the midsole is really enjoyably pop and the entire shoe is nimble and comfortable. I would say the K is still more comfortable for a daily walkaround shoe If you want to go to gym/grocery and a run.</p>

<p>There are other lightweight trainers worth mentioning, but they are outside of this price bracket:</p>

<p>Reebok FloatRide Run Fast: pebax. Very light. This shoe is very fast and has the best rubber coverage in this weight class. I found mine at $50.</p>

<p>Skechers Razor 3: Feather light. Feels like I am wearing  styrofoam cups. They only feel nice at fast pace. The rubber is super thin so I wouldn&#39;t recommend for daily trainers. I found mine at $50 also.</p>

<p>In general, I am starting to get rid of the traditional 9 Oz daily trainers (e.g. Ride, Ghost, Peg and etc.) from my rotation, and only keep the lightweight trainers and max cushion shoes for long/recovery runs. With foam technology getting better, shoes are getting lighter while maintaining comfort and durability. I just don&#39;t see the need for the traditional DT.</p>

<p>Edit: I found the Rebel to be $130 retail I should actually remove it from this category. I got mine on sales so I forgot. Someone mentioned Hoka Rincon as well. Yes Rincon is a direct answer to the Kinvara in the Hoka way. See my feel about the Rincon in the comments. Another serious contender in this category is Puma Liberate Nitro. At $110, sub 7 Oz, supercritical foam. It is going to redefine what you should be able to get that $110.</p>
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Kinvara and its competitions

Imagine you are going on and island from a drowning ship and you get to pick only one pair of shoes with you (lame example, I know), what would that be and why?

I am torn between the Saucony Ride and the Boston 9. I lean towards the Ride because I so more longer easy runs than speed work. The reason I am not picking the Endorphin Speed is it is not as durable as either of the two.

<div class="md"><p>Imagine you are going on an island from a drowning ship and you get to pick only one pair of shoes with you (lame example, I know), what would that be and why?</p>

<p>I am torn between the Saucony Ride and the Boston 9. I lean towards the Ride because I do more longer easy runs than speed work. The reason I am not picking the Endorphin Speed is it is not as durable as either of the two.</p>
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What would be your one-shoe rotation?

Can anyone provide a comparison between these 2 shoes?? I am currently running in my Peg. Turbo 2 and looking for a replacement in the near future. 

I found that the adios 6 is quite light, low profile and also offers a peppy and responsive ride. But I just want to hear a comparison from someone who has already experienced the ride in these 2 shoes and hear how’s the ride in the adios 6 in a slower pace.

Any additional info about replacement for the Peg. Turbo 2 will also be very appreciated... I’ve read some about the hyperion tempo and currently doing more research on it.

<div class="md"><p>Can anyone provide a comparison between these 2 shoes?? I am currently running in my Peg. Turbo 2 and looking for a replacement in the near future. </p>

<p>I found that the adios 6 is quite light, low profile and also offers a peppy and responsive ride. But I just want to hear a comparison from someone who has already experienced the ride in these 2 shoes and hear how’s the ride in the adios 6 in a slower pace.</p>

<p>Any additional info about replacement for the Peg. Turbo 2 will also be very appreciated... I’ve read some about the hyperion tempo and currently doing more research on it.</p>
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Pegasus Turbo 2 v Adidas Adios 6. Can anyone provide a comparison between these 2?

Hello! 

So I’m looking for a pair of running shoes that are great for a sprinting workout on the track. I know there are spikes/flats available for racing, but I can’t seem to find any good recommendations for a sneaker that I can sprint in on the track then do bleacher/hill sprints off the track too. Also I know that spikes will actually tend to hurt you if you do workouts in them. What do you guys think? Tempo sneakers? Everyday sneakers? Pegasus, fuel cell, or rincons maybe? Idk! All seem catered toward distance running/workouts and I’m a bit lost.

Thank you!

<div class="md"><p>Hello! </p>

<p>So I’m looking for a pair of running shoes that are great for a sprinting workout on the track. I know there are spikes/flats available for racing, but I can’t seem to find any good recommendations for a sneaker that I can sprint in on the track then do bleacher/hill sprints off the track too. Also I know that spikes will actually tend to hurt you if you do workouts in them. What do you guys think? Tempo sneakers? Everyday sneakers? Pegasus, fuel cell, or rincons maybe? Idk! All seem catered toward distance running/workouts and I’m a bit lost.</p>

<p>Thank you!</p>
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