Gift ideas Puma, larger budget

Suede, Speedcat and Palermo: three sneaker stories

The Puma sneakers were born on the fields and tracks. The Suede, made of suede, appeared in 1968, the year Tommie Smith stood on the Olympic podium in Mexico holding a Puma shoe; it then captured the breakdancers and hip-hop culture. The Speedcat, launched in 1999 in collaboration with Sparco, is inspired by racing shoes: very low profile and thin sole to feel the pedals; its Ballet version turns it into a ballet flat. The Palermo, introduced in the early 1980s in a series named after European cities, combines nylon, suede panels, and a rubber sole, and has dressed the English stands.

Other brands

The selection is categorized by brand:

• adidas, brand of the brother of origin.
• Asics.
• Under Armour, technical textile.
• Reebok.
• Hummel.
• Macron.

The entire selection is gathered on the gift ideas for a larger budget page.

Running shoes Puma: the Nitro foam

In running, Puma features its Nitro foam, injected with nitrogen for increased lightness and bounce, across its entire range. The Velocity Nitro is for daily training, while the Magnify Nitro focuses on maximum cushioning for long runs. The Deviate Nitro adds a carbon plate, the PWRPLATE, and a layer of Nitro Elite made of PEBA: it is suitable for both fast sessions and marathon running. It is also the reference shoe for HYROX races, a format alternating running and fitness workshops: Puma, present from the very first event in Hamburg in 2018, became a global partner in 2024.

Football boots Puma: King, Ultra and Future

Puma offers three families of football shoes, each for a different type of player. The King, born in 1968, remains the touch shoe: Pelé wore it during the 1970 World Cup and Maradona wore it for his legendary goal against England in 1986; its folded tongue has made it a classic. The Ultra, thin and light, targets players who focus on speed. The Future, with a wrap-around upper, serves playmakers who control the ball and pace. You then choose the sole according to the terrain: molded studs for dry grass and synthetic pitches, screw-in studs for soft ground.

Good deals

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Frequently asked questions

How to maintain a pair of Puma Suede?

Brush the suede dry with a specific brush to lift the nap, and remove small stains with a suede eraser. A waterproofing spray applied upon purchase protects the upper from water and dirt.

What is the Puma Mostro?

Launched in 1999, the Mostro, monster in Italian, is inspired by a track spike from 1968 and a surf shoe. Its low sole with studs, its asymmetrical shape, and its Velcro strap make it a very recognizable sneaker.

What size to choose for gifting Puma sneakers?

Refer to the size written on the label of a shoe that the person often wears, preferably a sports shoe. If in doubt between two sizes, it’s better to go for the larger one, which is easier to adjust with an insole.

How to choose a Puma tracksuit as a gift?

Take the person's usual size in sportswear, or one size up if they prefer comfort. A matching jacket and pants set makes a complete gift, worn for both warming up and daily activities.

Which Puma shoe for futsal or indoors?

For indoor play, choose an indoor version with a flat non-marking rubber sole that adheres to the floor without leaving marks. The King exists in this version, with a soft upper to maintain a good ball touch.