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PUMA has been redefining sportswear since its founding in 1948. The label continues to adapt with each passing year, continually bridging the divide between athletics and fashion. PUMA’s shoes combine quality, performance, and elegance in every footwear.
The German company has been quite successful in establishing its reputation as an industry leader for performance footwear. Throughout its 75-year history, the label has pioneered several cutting-edge sneaker technologies. Many breakthrough shoe developments, based on performance and comfort, have been offered by the brand.
Here’s a rundown of the brand’s five best sneaker technologies.
PUMA NETFIT and four other sneaker innovations introduced by the brand over the years
1) PUMA Nitro Foam
PUMA's Nitro Foam technology is a crucial component in their performance footwear, engineered to deliver runners with exceptional cushioning and agility. The foam has been specifically designed to provide exceptional responsiveness without compromising on weight.
The Nitro Foam was created by infusing nitrogen gas into a performance-based polymer, resulting in a foam that delivers cushioning and propulsion.
The foam material utilized in the construction offers exceptional shock absorption capabilities, effectively minimizing the impact experienced by the runner's joints upon foot strike. The Nitro Foam material exhibits a notable rebound rate, allowing it to swiftly regain its initial form following compression.
Consequently, this characteristic facilitates a highly responsive and dynamic running experience. The material used in these sneakers has been developed to retain its properties and performance over time, guaranteeing consistent results throughout multiple running sessions.
PUMA employs Nitro Foam in multiple components of the shoe, including the midsole, to optimize performance.
The FastRoid Running Shoes feature Nitro Foam arranged in a wave pattern, complemented by an Ultraweave upper that is strengthened with PWRTAPE to provide specific support and enhance longevity.
The incorporation of these technologies yields a footwear design that effectively promotes the foot's inherent motion while simultaneously harnessing the helpful attributes of Nitro Foam.
2) PUMA Autodisc
One of the most cutting-edge examples of self-lacing shoe technology is the PUMA Autodisc. It is a laceless technique that makes use of built-in motors to tighten or loosen the internal laces that are wrapped around the front of the foot. In the autodiscs, the shoe has little motors that are responsible for controlling the shoe's internal strings.
At the touch of a button that is positioned on the shoe itself, users can make adjustments to the fit. In addition, there is an accompanying smartphone app that gives customers the ability to adjust the lacing system.
The Autodisc technology is an extension of PUMA's already existing Disc technology, and it provides a laceless configuration that can be secured with the push of a button.
With the help of this technology, athletes, particularly those who compete in track and field, can swiftly and conveniently alter the fitting of their shoes without having to manually tie them.
3) PUMA RS Computer Shoe
The RS Computer Shoe is a classic that mixes traditional style with vintage technology. It was one of the first sneakers to include computer technology to measure running performance when it first came out in the 1980s.
On the heel of the shoe was a built-in computer that could record statistics such as time, distance, and calories burned during a run.
Runners could connect the shoe to a computer via a cable to obtain and evaluate their performance statistics. The computer module in the PUMA RS Computer Shoe could track the distance, number of steps taken, and calories expended while running.
The RS (Running System) in the name refers to the shoe's running system, which was meant to give runners cushioning and support. The massive heel section that holds the computer gives the RS Computer Shoe a striking appearance, making it a collector's item for sneaker fans.
In recent years, PUMA has re-released the RS Computer Shoe with updated technology such as USB charging and wireless data transmission to smartphones while retaining the famous vintage look. The re-release honors the brand's inventive attitude while also commemorating its heritage in sports technology.
4) PUMA NETFIT
PUMA NETFIT is the label's adaptable and unique lacing technique for their footwear. It provides a customized fit and tailored lacing method to meet the specific demands of each athlete.
NETFIT technology is a patented system that enables users to modify the lacing system of their shoes in multiple ways. This means you can tailor the tightness and support to your specific needs and foot shape.
The method employs high-grade manufactured netting that wraps around a form-fitting base top. This net offers lightweight support while adjusting to the curve of your foot to enhance fit.
NETFIT is often used together with PUMA's evoKNIT technology, which provides a smooth, light, sock-like feel and conforms to the contour of the foot for further comfort.
Many NETFIT shoes also use PUMA's IGNITE Foam midsole, which provides high-rebound cushioning and energy return. The system is intended to enhance fit and support while offering a variety of performance and styling choices in a single shoe.
Whether the user has broad feet, requires more heel support, or just wants a shoe that adapts to the wearer's running style, this system offers the necessary flexibility.
5) PUMA BioEvolution
The BioEvolution represents a pioneering advancement in footwear technology that the sneaker brand has been actively exploring. The technology intends to provide a customized fit using biologically active materials.
The shoe upper functions as a dense nanosensor network. At a microscopic level, this layer accurately identifies the specific regions of the foot that generate heat and perspiration.
According to this mapping, the living microorganisms present in the material selectively eliminate material to form a ventilation pattern that aligns with the distinct contours of the wearer's foot. The shoe offers an evolving fit that adapts and customizes, ensuring a personalized experience as time goes on.
The BioEvolution shoe first appeared as a component of the brand's BioEvolution initiative in partnership with the Fraunhofer Institute. It was prominently displayed at Milan Design Week 2019. While the current stage of the technology remains experimental and lacks a commercially available version, it undeniably signifies a noteworthy advancement in the field of personalized and adaptive footwear.
Its consistent quest for quality makes this German sportswear label’s sneakers popular.
In the future, fans of sneakers will likely see some more advanced sneaker technologies from the company.
