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<\/a><\/p>\nThe shoe combines brand new athletic lacing technology with the sportswear giant\u2019s proven IGNITE sole and evoKNIT upper into a package that just may be the most innovative training shoe in years. We\u2019ve been doing our off the soccer pitch training in multiple settings in the PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT since its release. This is our world exclusive review of the shoe.<\/p>\n
Specifications<\/strong> The PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT incorporates the pinnacle of PUMA\u2019s performance features in one shoe designed to make you lighter, more agile and faster. The NETFIT upper offers users a customizable lacing system for an entirely individual fit, marry this with PUMA\u2019s evoKNIT upper liner and you have a shoe that forms to the shape of your foot like nothing before. And, of course, there\u2019s a longer set of laces available for further customization options.<\/em><\/p>\n The dual layer midsole features PUMA\u2019s proprietary IGNITE PU foam that provides long lasting energy return and PUMA\u2019s molded Eco Ortholite Sockliner offering a breathable, anti-microbial sockliner for exceptional step-in comfort. The Speed IGNITE NETFIT all sits on PUMA\u2019s high-grade engineered outsole, giving users a propulsion zone featuring forefoot flex grooves fortified by rubber to provide a snappy, quick toe-off during the run. The outsole heel is injected with PUMA\u2019s EverTrack+, a blown rubber compound that gives enhanced cushioning and durability, whilst being 43% lighter.<\/em><\/p>\n Design<\/strong> The Speed IGNITE NETFIT puts PUMA\u2019s sock like evoKNIT upper (debuted last fall) on its sleek IGNITE sole. The sock is entirely shrouded in a netted mesh that is the most important element of the shoe\u2019s customizable lacing system. The sock also has a collar area that locks onto the lower ankle. This area has a clever ridged design that provides a nice contrast to the mesh below it.<\/p>\n The sole of the PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT is connected to the upper by bonded, rubberized area (presumably also for protection) that adds to the shoe\u2019s aesthetics.<\/p>\n There is some synthetic leather above the mesh and an exoskeletal heel counter system on the PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT. They also add a contrasting effect to the NETFIT system while clearly appearing functional. Lastly PUMA\u2019s Formstripe runs beneath the mesh for a nice touch of the firm\u2019s traditional branding.<\/p>\n All of these components are assembled brilliantly into a shoe that can stand out in today\u2019s world of multicolored training shoes with even the subdued black and white colorway that you see in our pictures.<\/p>\n Fit<\/strong> The evoKNIT upper is essentially a form-fitting sock that adjust to every single contour of your feet up to the mid-ankle areas. As a result there is absolutely no slippage or unwanted gaps between your feet and the upper. It is also lightweight, well-ventilated (more on that later) and feels very natural. The result is an unheralded feeling of freedom and flexibility whether you wear them are on a light run, an intense run or cross training at the gym.<\/p>\n The netted mesh that forms the PUMA NETFIT system allows you to place the elongated laces (two pairs are provided with the kicks) that come with the shoe just about anywhere. There is no restriction from your usual lacing eyelets. PUMA provides five common lacing systems as a guide on the shoe\u2019s packaging. They are Standard, Stability, Wide Foot, Narrow Foot, and Heel Support for common runners\u2019 preferences. However, the mesh accommodates the laces well just about anywhere you place them for functional or style purposes. Since the NETFIT covers the whole upper you can use it to adjust the shoe fit in just about any manner you want. For example, if you want the heel area to fit tighter then put the top laces a bit back and pull them for the desired feel.<\/p>\n We stuck with the Standard lacing that the shoe came with but did play around with a few variations. The Standard setup worked fine for our size 10, medium with feet and provided a comfortable great lock into the evoKNIT sockliner. The laces are on the flatter side and held in place amazingly well through runs of up to five miles in distance. PUMA has definitely stumbled upon something here. No wonder they\u2019ve got more of this system coming across multiple sport shoe ranges!<\/p>\n Weight<\/strong> The reduced weight is definitely perceptible to the wearer and obviously provides an extra edge in running faster and long.<\/p>\n Ride<\/strong> Running in the PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT can best be described as comfortable and near effortless. It\u2019s the type of shoe that you forget about when on the move. What you end of getting out of your run is all about what you can physically manage. The Speed IGNITE NETFIT serves well to support your along the way.<\/p>\n Ventilation<\/strong> In the Gym<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\nBefore we get into our IGNITE NETFIT experience here are the specs on the shoe from PUMA.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThe look of the PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT (and indeed all the entire NETFIT footwear range) is unlike anything ever seen in a running shoe before. One of our testers wore in on a long trip from the Southeastern USA to Hawaii and reported them drawing compliments from strangers in airports, restaurants, gyms and beachside running paths. The comments were all along the lines of \u201cThose look great\u201d, \u201cThey are so high tech\u201d and general awe.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nFit has long been one of the Holy Grails of all pieces of athletic footwear. It is the key element in the comfort and customization of any shoe. The PUMA NETFIT system and evoKNIT upper area of the Speed IGNITE NETFIT is a combination designed with both in mind.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nAs you might imagine the PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT\u2019s composition makes it a bit lighter that other high end running shoes on the market today. We found the men\u2019s size 10 that we tested to come in at roughly 10 oz. Similarly priced trainers in the same size weigh anywhere from 10.5 to 11.5 oz.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThe ride of the Speed IGNITE NETFIT is a product of its customized fit and the tried and tested IGNITE sole that has been a fixture of the PUMA\u2019s finest running shoes over the past couple of years. The addition of EverTrack+ for additional cushioning enhances the comfort of the sole during every stride. All of this results in a near ideal ride that was kind on even the injured foot of one of our testers who tried out the shoe on a three mile sidewalk run.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThe use of PUMA\u2019s evoKNIT fabric for the upper of the Speed IGNITE NETFIT results in increased ventilation compare to other shoes that have synthetic uppers. The sockliner absorbs and dissipates moisture well and keep your feet dry on the run. It is essentially like wearing a moisture wicking compression shirt on your feet.<\/p>\n
\nThe PUMA Speed IGNITE NETFIT doubles well as a cross training shoe for just about everything you might do in the gym. We\u2019ve worn them for traditional weightlifting moves, kettlebell exercises, battling rope action and suspension training. The shoe provides good support in every case despite being a running shoe. It is not a pure cross trainer that would want to deadlift or squat in but it\u2019s a shoe that you can take a run in and then get your upper body weight workout in.<\/p>\n