Puma Velocity Nitro 5: A Balanced Daily Trainer Gets Even Better
Monday, July 20, 2026
By: Jared Leath, Creator of Charm City Run Sole Stats
Today on Sole Stats Dash, we’re diving into the 5th iteration of the Puma Velocity Nitro.
The Velocity Nitro 5 is a lightweight, neutral daily trainer weighing in at 7.4oz in the women’s and 8.7oz in the men’s. Stack heights are identical across sizes: 26mm in the forefoot and 34mm in the heel, giving you an even 8mm drop.
What’s New in the Upper
Puma made a number of changes to the upper going from version 4 to version 5, all centered around comfort. The first thing you’ll notice is a widened platform and upper — it’s immediately noticeable, especially in the toe box. Puma also added more padding to the tongue for a more comfortable, secure fit.
The Ride
Puma kept the same application of NITROFOAM used in version 4, so this shoe still feels soft and springy underfoot. The biggest change comes in the overall feel of the ride: with the broadened platform, the shoe is noticeably more stable mile after mile.
The Outsole
The outsoles are near identical to the previous version in terms of layout, with tons of super reliable PUMAGRIP throughout for dependable traction.
Price and Availability
The Puma Velocity Nitro 5 is priced at $140 and is available today at Charm City Run. Come in and try them on to experience a great, balanced daily trainer.
