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Review on PUMA Men's Axelion Running Shoes: Stylish Black Gum Design for Enhanced Performance by Sam Duppa

Revainrating 5 out of 5

But great hits. good for running

I've tried many pairs of classic Axelion shoes, maybe around 20 pairs this year alone and I've already had 3. Axelion NXT brings a fresh look to a familiar design. The comfort is top-notch, as is the fit, an attractive look with a soft interior, fitted with SoftFoam insoles, overall performance is the same as previous models. I tried the Puma White/Black/High Risk Red model and I really liked the contrasting colors, I also liked the rear black vertical "Puma" stripe which made them look great on the back, but the real question for me was whether I like them better than the original Axelion? The answer is no. I find the older models are just better put together, their style is simplified but without the desire for simplicity. Stripped of any styling cues on the sides, the NXTs instead feature a huge Puma logo that may not appear much. difference, but the originals were hardened with an external insert making them stiffer under the arch, that feel is reduced a bit here. (You can see my comparison of the two models in the video). They can offer interesting color combinations, the sizes are in no way inferior to other Puma sneakers (take one size larger). Long distance walking was an easy task as the NXTs were never too tight or loose, but spot on, I ran about 10 miles in them. I rate them 4 stars!

Pros
  • Rubber outsole
Cons
  • Slightly wrinkled