Our verdict

Our test games and lab assessments reveal that the PUMA All Pro Nitro is a dependable basketball shoe, even on outdoor courts (occasionally). We were happy with the comfort, stability, and speedy lightness that we felt while wearing it. This offer from PUMA is surely a must-try!

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  • Feels quite stable
  • Secure foot containment
  • Good for occasional outdoor use
  • Dependable impact protection
  • Lightweight construction
  • Flexible structure

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  • Not spacious enough for wide feet
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Audience verdict

90
Great!

Who should buy

After running some lab tests and playing ball while wearing it, we have concluded that the PUMA All Pro Nitro is suitable for the following:

  • athletes and enthusiasts who play outdoor basketball occasionally
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  • wearers who value comfort, especially since this shoe is breathable and offers a lot of impact protection

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Puma Bob imprimé sur lensemble Bleu | Who should NOT buy

Upon wearing it, we immediately noticed that the PUMA All Pro Nitro tapers quite sharply toward the toe. Because of this observation, we absolutely cannot recommend this shoe for wide-footers. We believe they are better off with shoes like the PUMA MB.02, Puma Kyron Wild Beasts Donna.

Don't get us wrong, the whole cushioning system worked just fine during our games. We are confident to say that this part of the shoe is safe. But 'safe' might not be enough for players who want a more pronounced court feel. They may go for guard-oriented picks such as the DON Issue 4 from Adidas

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Spread Out

Breathability

Oh boy! The Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 was just so airy! We never felt damp, and we were so happy not to deal with wet socks after our games. 

As can be seen in the video above, the smoke that we pumped into the shoe escaped through the Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302's upper quite easily. Кроссовки зимние puma cali remix код-6023's upper, which only garnered a breathability score of 1 out of 5, barely allowed smoke to pass through. Smoke could only escape through its tongue. Hence, the 4 out of 5 that the Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 got from us is pretty well-deserved.

We also performed a light test on the upper. In the video above, the porousness of the upper is made clear. Light was able to pass through the many ventilation holes.

 Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 microscope upper

We also put the upper under the microscope, and it gave us a good glimpse of the air vents that made the PUMA All Pro Nitro such a well-ventilated basketball shoe.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Breathability
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 4
Average 2.5
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
1
Breathability
5

Durability

Toebox durability

The toebox displayed moderate durability. With proper care, we felt that this shoe can last as long as it's needed.

After performing the Dremel test on it, we saw that there was still a sturdy second layer that could protect the foot even after the topmost skin had been worn off. It's truly worth the 3 out of 5 for toebox durability that it got from us.

Yet, we have to take note here that wearers who are habitual toe-draggers might still need to look for another basketball shoe model. The Dame Certified from Adidas PUMA Stepper Animal Black-Red.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Toebox durability
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 3
Average 3.8
Compared to 27 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
1
Toebox durability
5

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The heel padding surely looks smooth and soft, but we were so glad when we discovered in the lab that it's actually a very tough act!

We pressed the Dremel into it, and the damage that it left is not even worth mentioning. We gave it a 4 out of 5 for heel padding durability.

Because of our initial observation and subsequent lab results, we dare say that new wearers need not worry about this shoe falling apart after aggressive rubbing and ankle movements during intense games.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Rucksack PUMA Core Base Backpack 079140 02 Salmon Rose Quartz
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 4
Average 3.5
Compared to 24 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
1
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5

Outsole hardness

The outsole performed as expected during our test games. It was not too hard, and it was not too flimsy either. It delivered just the right amount of toughness for effective occasional outdoor usage. When assessed in the lab, our HC durometer gave it a hardness rating of 80.0, a figure that does not fall from the average.

But if you are a frequent outdoor player, the PUMA All Pro Nitro might seem lacking. The outsole of the Футболка puma s Зимние кеды puma.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Outsole hardness
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 80.0 HC
Average 81.8 HC
Set 3 Paar niedrige Kindersocken PUMA Kids Quarter 907375 31 Melange Peacoat.
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
59.5 HC
Outsole hardness
91.0 HC

Outsole durability

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We performed the Dremel test on it, and our high-pressure drilling left as much damage as it would in an average shoe: a dent that is 1.0 mm deep.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Outsole durability
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 1.0 mm
Average 1.0 mm
Compared to 15 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole wear
2.0 mm

Outsole thickness

Our caliper showed that the outsole of the All Pro Nitro is slightly thicker than average at 4.6 mm. So even if its outsole is only as durable as the typical basketball shoe, we expect this shoe to last longer simply because it has more material to burn.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Outsole thickness
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 4.6 mm
Average 4.0 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Outsole thickness
6.9 mm

Weight

The PUMA All Pro Nitro is lighter than average at 13.2 ounces or 373 grams.  We never felt this shoe weighing us down during our test games. We were able to run fast and jump high as needed.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Weight
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 13.16 oz (373g)
Average 14.18 oz (402g)
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
11.29 oz (320g)
Weight
17.46 oz (495g)

Cushioning

Heel stack

PUMA Taps Han Kjøbenhavn For PUMA kept it moderate and average. The moment we put it on, we already felt that it was roughly the same height as the typical basketball shoe.

True enough, we learned that the heel is just as thick as the average at 30.5 mm.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Heel stack
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 30.5 mm
Average 30.1 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
25.2 mm
Heel stack
38.4 mm

Forefoot stack

The forefoot stack height is also just around the average. Our caliper readings pegged it at 22.6 mm.

Now, are we complaining? Definitely not! The average thickness of this shoe's cushioning system afforded us a balance of court feel and impact protection. Many in our team appreciated this setup, especially those whose playing roles and styles in the game switch widely.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Forefoot stack
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 22.6 mm
Average 21.7 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
18.2 mm
Forefoot stack
25.2 mm

Drop

There was not a lot to rave or complain about the drop of the All Pro Nitro. It was just around the average at 7.9 mm.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Drop
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 7.9 mm
Average 8.4 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
4.4 mm
Drop
14.8 mm

Midsole softness

Note: a low durometer measurement equals a soft material, whereas a high measurement means it's firm.

We loved how soft the cushioning felt underfoot. When we assessed its softness using our HA durometer in the lab, we were pleased to see that it was indeed softer than average. It got a rating of 22.0.

During our test games, this softness helped us be free from pain and discomfort. We did not mind wearing it for long periods.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Midsole softness
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 22.0 HA
Average 26.2 HA
Set 3 Paar niedrige Kindersocken PUMA Kids Quarter 907375 31 Melange Peacoat.
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
11.0 HA
Midsole softness (soft to firm)
35.9 HA

Puma Bob imprimé sur lensemble Bleu | Insole thickness

Because the built-in foam was already soft and comfortable, we did not feel the need for a removable insole. But the PUMA All Pro Nitro came in with one, anyway, and it was as thick as the average at 4.4 mm.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Insole thickness
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 4.4 mm
Average 4.4 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
0.0 mm
Insole thickness
8.6 mm

Stability

Lateral stability test

We never felt any issues with lateral stability. The side walls did their jobs well. The heel counter also did its job well (more on this below). Our feet were able to stay in place even when we were moving wildly to and from the basket. No serious complaints here.

Torsional rigidity

Sudden twists are not only disorienting, but they can also be so painful as well. Good thing this PUMA basketball shoe truly felt stable and firm no matter which direction we went.

When we did some manual twists on it in the lab, we realized that we needed to break some sweat before we could make the shoe relent to our maneuvers. We were left with no other choice but to give it a perfect 5 for torsional rigidity.

Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 5
Average 4.5
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
1
Torsional rigidity
5

Heel counter stiffness

Not only was the heel counter comfortable and durable, but it was notably stiff as well. In fact, it got a perfect 5 from us for its stiffness when we gave it a good squeeze in the lab. 

We never felt any unnecessary movements in the rearfoot because of how securely the heel counter was clasping our feet.

Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 5
Average 3.5
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
1
Heel counter stiffness
5

Midsole width in the forefoot

The forefoot part of the midsole is of average width. Our caliper measured it to be 114.2 mm wide.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Midsole width in the forefoot
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 114.2 mm
Average 113.9 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
106.2 mm
Midsole width in the forefoot
122.2 mm

Midsole width in the heel

We felt that the platform had a little more width at the heel part. When we measured it using our caliper, it was indeed wider (just a little, though) than average at 94.4 mm. 

The additional width helped us maintain our balance and stability, especially when we made more aggressive and shiftier movements.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Midsole width in the heel
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 94.4 mm
Average 91.6 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
82.4 mm
Midsole width in the heel
105.1 mm

Flexibility

Stiffness

The PUMA All Pro Nitro was indeed a flexible shoe. We didn't have problems making it 'follow' with our movements because it just bent with our feet whenever it needed to. 

We performed our standard flexibility test on this PUMA hoop shoe, and we saw that it only needed 34.0N of force to bend at a 90-degree angle. This number is significantly lower than average.

Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 34.0N
Average 40.8N
We use an average of four tests. The video shows one of those tests.
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
29.9N
Stiffness
67.2N

Grip / Traction

Traction was not a problem for us. This shoe's bite was excellent, especially on cleaner courts. The grooves are wide enough, so we did not have problems with dust getting in between them and dulling the shoe's grip. Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 grip

Size and fit

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The fit of the PUMA All Pro Nitro was like many of the basketball shoes that we've tried. At its widest, the toebox is 100.2 mm wide as per our caliper.

If you have medium-sized feet, then there won't be much issue with the fit.

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Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 100.2 mm
Average 100.9 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
92.6 mm
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108.2 mm

Puma зимние мужские хайтопы

The toebox was not in any way spacious. There were even times we felt that it was too constricting, especially before we had broken in the shoe. Our caliper measured the big toe to be only 72.3 mm wide. This number is significantly lower than average.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Puma зимние мужские хайтопы
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 72.3 mm
Average 76.8 mm
Compared to 30 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
71.2 mm
Puma зимние мужские хайтопы
85.1 mm

Кроссовки Puma Platform Mid

The tongue has a full-gusseted design. Upon wearing this PUMA hoop shoe, we immediately noticed that this design helped in securing its clasp around the foot.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Кроссовки Puma Platform Mid
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Both sides (full)

Comfort

Tongue padding

The tongue is moderately padded, and it is 10.0 mm thick as per the caliper readings in the lab. This much material in the tongue helped fasten the fit. The padding also contributed a lot to the comfort that we enjoyed, and it dulled down the impact of when other players stepped on our feet.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Tongue padding
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 10.0 mm
Average 9.2 mm
Compared to 36 basketball shoes
Number of shoes
1.3 mm
Tongue padding
14.9 mm

Heel tab

The PUMA All Pro Nitro doesn't have a heel tab, so it has a streamlined look at the rearfoot.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Heel tab
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 None

Removable insole

The insole is removable, and it was quite easy to get rid of when we needed to use inserts or just wanted a more forgiving fit.

Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Removable insole
Test results
Кеди puma vikky ribbon sl metallic 36781302 Yes