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Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here are the main technical specifications of the Calibrate Runner from PUMA along with a three dimensional look at its key features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the futuristic visible technology of XETIC may look like 3D printing at first, XETIC is not made of plastic, it is foam. XETIC takes its name from \u201cauxetic materials\u201d, structures, which behave in a certain way when they are subjected to mechanical stresses such as compression. For XETIC, this means the cushioning provides an excellent comfort for all wearing occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Design<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Calibrate Runner\u2019s functional pieces have been assembled by PUMA\u2019s shoe designers into a brilliant, head turning package in a white and silver and black, bright green and silver launch colorways. Our test shoe was the style points-heavy white and silver combination that PUMA used for its digital marketing campaign of the shoe as seen in our pictures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The XETEC sole is clearly the first part of the PUMA Calibrate Runner that is noticed. PUMA has emphasized it with a metallic silver finish that makes the sole look like something from the future. The openings in the sole add to this effect given that they are unlike anything ever seen in a trainer before. Flip the Calibrate Runner over and you can admire its translucent, ridged underneath area. We can see these being tricked in the future with oversized text such as PUMA sponsored soccer club or city names. Think a black and red AC Milan or turquoise and pink Miami edition of the shoe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n A form fitting sock enclosure sits atop the XETIC sole. The sides of the sock are made to stand out with a prominent reflective silver PUMA Formstripe over slightly hardened mesh areas with a clever gradient effect. The front area of the upper is pure PUMA woven fabric with a reflective PUMA Cat above the lacing area and a reflective strip below it. Both are in place for visibility during night time running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The back of the PUMA Calibrate Runner isn\u2019t overlooked and is quite well done. It is based on a white triangle-shaped piece of synthetic material in between the side webbing of the upper. A reflective PUMA Cat is placed at the middle of this area above an XETIC plate at the back of the sole. A silver pull loop is stitched at the top of the rear upper area of the Calibrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Fit<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The PUMA Calibrate Runner is as much of a true to size shoe as we\u2019ve ever seen. Therefore, we can unequivocally say that you should get it in your normal shoe size. The shoe does not stretch or expand with wear like some synthetics because its upper is a woven fabric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting into the Calibrate Runner is simply and requires not lacing adjustment or pulling of the upper at the top of the foot. All you have to do is slip your foot into the sock opening and pull on the loop at the back of the shoe. Lace it up and you\u2019re ready to get on the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The feeling of the PUMA Calibrate Runner on the feet is amazing. The upper wraps the feet like socks and accommodates every contour of them. The toebox is perfectly sized for medium width feet while the midfoot fit can be tweaked with lace adjustments. There are no loose spaces, hotspots or areas of slippage from the first wear to those after many miles of running. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The XETIC feels wonderful from heel to toe whether you\u2019re walking, jogging or running in the Calibrate Runner. We\u2019ll get into the ride of the shoe next!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Once on the feet and moving the Calibrate Runner feels like PUMA\u2019s latest supershoe and proves that it is definitely a contender for every shoe of the year award out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The level of cushioning provided by the XETIC sole is absolutely amazing. The combination of the foam material and visible air pockets in the XETIC is perceptible via the bounce and energy return that is perceptible with each step. The shoe provides a natural feeling when running at the same time because of its responsiveness that is felt from toe-off to heel strike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The PUMA Calibrate Runner\u2019s XETIC sole also provides good flex that produces a good underfoot feel whether walking or running in the shoe. This makes the Calibrate a great shoe both short and longer distance runs. Our testers said that they can see themselves running marathons in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the XETIC sole is the star of the ride provided by the Calibrate Runner, its knit upper plays an important part in the shoe\u2019s running experience. This is because its wraparound, no slip fit stabilizes the feet at all speeds so that each step becomes a pure heel to toe event supported by the Calibrate\u2019s cushioning and energy return-based response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ventilation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The high tech knit upper of the PUMA Calibrate Runner keeps the feet cool and dissipates moisture quite well. It is well-ventilated and does not retain any wetness at all. From what we can tell it is the latest iteration of PUMA\u2019s evolving fabric-based material that was once called evoKNIT. Whatever its name is now the material makes you forget about the shoe on your feet even when running in the late summer heat. Combine the Calibrate Runner with a good pair of socks and you\u2019d be amazed at how dry your feet emerge from tem after a run or workout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ve also tried the Calibrate Runner out in some cooler September temperatures in the 60s. Needless to say, the ventilation is as good as ever. We\u2019ll be trying them out in colder winter temperatures soon enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n