I just took Puma’s new running shoe, the Cell Voltra ($100), out for a test run. The first thing I noticed was that the shoe is incredibly light. Being the curious sort, I put it on my digital kitchen scale to weight it. One shoe clocks in at 10.75 ounces – an ounce lighter than my Under Armour running sneaks. The Cell Voltras capitalize on Puma’s 10CELL technology used for building soles. Essentially, it’s a layer system designed to create cushion and shock absorption as well as rebound. To see what I thought of these sneakers, just read more. When I wore these shoes for strength-training workouts, to break them in a bit before wearing them on a run, I liked them. The front of the shoe felt thin, so I could really get a sense of the floor. The heel is nice and stiff, which seemed to

provide support. But when I wore them running, I didn’t feel like there was enough cushion on the ball of my feet since I strike mostly toward the front of my mid-foot. I felt like I was practically running barefoot. The insole was rather thin too, so my feet felt vulnerable. I think if you’re a heel striker, this shoe might work for you, since the heel is stiff. I will definitely use this shoe for strength training and plyometrics, but not for running. Style-wise, I like how the shoe upper looks like a classic Puma – simple, with a flash of silver. You can find these shoes at Finish Line . Does anyone out there wear Pumas for running? Share your thoughts on your sneakers below. View 4 Photos ›

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Gear Review: Cell Voltra Running Shoe by Puma