Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

The Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 is a responsive trail running shoe with NITROFOAM, aggressive PUMAGRIP ATR outsole, and reinforced upper designed for technical mountain terrain.

Puma·Shoes

5 video reviews

€140

Cheaper than 67% of shoes · category average €152

Links above may contain affiliate links that support our community ❤️

See alternatives

Key specs

Weight: 272 g
Drop: 12 mm
Heel Stack: 31 mm
Forefoot Stack: 23 mm

Best for: Technical trail running, rugged ascents and descents

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Strengths

LightnessAffordability

Weak points

Cushioning

Cushioning
31 mm
Lightness
272 gTop 28%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
12 mm
Affordability
$140Top 26%

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

Essentials

€140

2026

272 g

Overview

Trail Running Shoe

Technical trail and mountain terrain

Technical trail running, rugged ascents and descents

Cushioning

12 mm

31 mm

23 mm

NITROFOAM™ responsive cushioning

Grip & protection

Aggressive PUMAGRIP ATR rubber with deep lugs

Ready to buy?

On the terrain

How Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 should behave on each kind of ground, estimated from lug depth, stack height, weight and outsole rubber. Pick a ground to see what decides it.

Pick a ground							Average
Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4							58

FlatPacked, runnable trail

Cushioning and low weight make the kilometres easier; very deep lugs squirm on hard ground.

Puma Fast Trac Nitro 470

Cushioning24/40
Lightness21/35
Smooth roll25/25

Estimated: no data on lug depth, assumed average.

A model built from the specs to compare shoes, not a lab measurement.

Have you used the Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 before?

Help the community by answering

Video Reviews

Watch real-world YouTube reviews from content creators and the Trail Running community.

See all 5 video reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers based on product data and key differences.

Ask your own question

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask anything about Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 and our AI will answer.

Try asking:

Is the Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 a good investment for trail running in 2026?

At $140, the Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 represents solid value for 2026, especially for trail running enthusiasts.

When was the Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 released?

The Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 was released in 2026.

Looking for alternatives to Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

See all alternatives

Adidas Terrex Agravic 3

Adidas

$140Score 87+10

Better than Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 at:

A higher overall score (87 vs 77)
A lower drop (8 vs 12 mm)

Compare with Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

Asics Fuji Lite 6

Asics

$140Score 85+8

Better than Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 at:

A higher overall score (85 vs 77)
A lighter option (12 g less)
More cushioning (34 vs 31 mm heel stack)

Compare with Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

Asics Fuji Lite 7

Asics

$140Score 83+6

Better than Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 at:

A higher overall score (83 vs 77)
A lighter option (31 g less)
A lower drop (4 vs 12 mm)

Compare with Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

Popular Comparisons

Compare the Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4 with other top trail running shoes from leading brands, including Puma for the ultimate trail running experience.

Shoes

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 174 products in Shoes on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Strengths

LightnessAffordability

Weak points

Cushioning

Cushioning
31 mm
Lightness
272 gTop 28%
Drophigher isn't better or worse
12 mm
Affordability
$140Top 26%

Pick a ground

Average

Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

Puma Fast Trac Nitro 4

Spec profile