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PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 2 Reviews

Racing

61Signal score

73% positive

11reviews

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Updated 13 Nov

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Runner review · Fiona R. · Serious · Nov 3, 2026

Mixed

Bought these for a spring half and used them for tempo runs and track sessions before that. Somewhere around 180 km on them now. The foam is properly bouncy, at 4:10/km pace they feel fun and quick and I ran a PB in them. Outsole grip on wet roads has been fine and it's barely worn. But they're heavy for a racer, you notice it next to other carbon shoes. The upper is tight, I went half a size up and they're still snug across the top of my foot. The heel tab rubbed my Achilles until I wore higher socks. And the extended plate at the toe keeps you pushing off the front of the foot, so by the end of a 25 km marathon pace run my calves were done. For a marathon I'd pick something else.

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Is PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 2 worth it?

Of the 11 reviews with a clear verdict, 73% are positive, 9% mixed and 18% negative. The praise mentioned most is fast. The most common complaint is heavy.

What are the most common complaints about PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 2?

The complaints reviewers mention most: heavy (4 reviews), blisters (1 review) and narrow fit (1 review). For example: Deep, fun cushioning that he looked forward to running in, but it's heavier, softer and slower to transition than v1. The squishy heel and lack of a forefoot rocker make workouts feel inefficient. At $260 he can't recommend it over cheaper, faster racers.

Where do these PUMA Fast-R Nitro Elite 2 reviews come from?

We collected and summarized 9 experiences shared on blogs and Reddit, with links to the original sources. 2 reviews were submitted directly to RunningRecs. Reviews submitted here are checked for spam before they appear. Every review, submitted here or collected, is read as positive, mixed or negative.