"Men's Puma® Deviate Nitro Elite 4: The Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 is a neutral road running shoe built for runners who want serious speed on race day. At 5.9 ounces with a 40 mm heel and 32 mm forefoot stack, it sits in that sweet spot between lightweight and well-cushioned - enough foam underfoot to keep your legs feeling fresher late in a race, without the bulk that slows you down. If you're training for a PR or toeing the line at your next road race, this is the kind of shoe that rewards hard efforts.The NITROFOAM Elite midsole is Puma's nitrogen-infused foam, and it does two things well: it absorbs impact on the landing and returns energy through toe-off, so the ride feels responsive rather than dead underfoot. Paired with a full-length Carbon PWRPLATE embedded in the midsole, you'll notice a real stiffness through the forefoot that drives propulsion when you're pushing for turnover during tempo runs or race efforts. The ULTRAWEAVE upper wraps the foot with a secure, adaptive fit and moves air through better than a standard mesh, keeping things locked in without feeling tight over longer distances. PUMAGRIP® rubber on the outsole handles road traction across the high-contact zones so you're not thinking about grip when it matters most.Why Our Fit Experts Love This Shoe""I wore the Deviate Nitro Elite 4 during a hard tempo workout and really felt the Carbon PWRPLATE doing its job through the forefoot - there's a noticeable snap at toe-off that makes faster paces feel more natural. The ULTRAWEAVE kept my foot locked in the whole time without any hot spots, even as the effort picked up."" - Dave, Road Runner Sports Fit Expert, San Diego, CAWho It's Best ForIf you're a neutral runner looking for a lightweight road racing shoe that can handle tempo runs, speed work, and race day, the Deviate Nitro Elite 4 is worth a serious look. The combination of responsive NITROFOAM Elite cushioning and a carbon fiber plate makes it a strong choice for runners who want propulsion and energy return without sacrificing too much underfoot protection. At 5.9 ounces, it runs light enough for competitive efforts while still offering enough stack height to keep your legs feeling fresh. VIP Family members can take the Men's Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4 for a 90-Day test drive with our Perfect Fit Guarantee."