Verdict from 25 user reviews
7 reasons to buy
- Many users of the TFX Distance V5 say that these Puma track spikes are very lightweight.
- A lot of the shoe's wearers like the shoe for its durability.
- The majority of the users choose the Puma TFX Distance V5 because it is a solid track shoe.
- These track spikes offer the right amount of cushioning and comfort, according to most users.
- A number of users complement the shoe for fitting them perfectly.
- Some users like that the shoe comes in sizes for both men and women.
- Several wearers of the TFX Distance V5 also mention how well the shoe held up well during the length of their competition season.
2 reasons not to buy
- One buyer says that the shoe colors look different in person compared to online photos.
- Another user expresses that the shoe is a bit tight when worn for the first time.
Bottom line
The TFX Distance V5 is a Puma track shoe that is built to race the distance. It is a track spike that is designed with a graphic treatment inspired by Usain Bolt. These track spikes are lightweight and breathable, which makes it perfect as an all-around choice for distance races. Most users like that the shoe offers a very light stride, an aggressive grip, and great traction altogether. Lighter, faster, and now more aesthetically pleasing, the Puma TFX Distance V5 will make every track athlete want to beat their personal bests in this shoe.
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Good to know
Use - Built for the entry-level or collegiate athlete looking for an affordable distance track spike. The TFX Distance v5 is an ideal all-round distance spike for distances from 800m to 5K, 10K, and Steeplechase.
Spike Type - For maximum grip and traction, the TFX Distance V5 uses pyramid spikes. These spikes enhance the shoe's track racing performance.
Spike Plate - The shoe's five-pin Pebax spike plate offers extra grip through the detailed plate for long-lasting traction on all surfaces.
Lighter than its previous version, the TFX Distance V5 is designed for your training and track speed racing competitions. It now sports a Usain Bolt inspired graphic making it more aesthetically attractive. The glitched formstrip is a metaphor for Usain Bolt's speed, being the fastest man in the world. While the white noise all-over graphic stands for all the hype that surrounds him during a race, which he blocks out to get into the "zone."
Another update is the shoe's EverTrack outsole. It is a multi-color, high abrasion-resistant rubber that is utilized in high wear areas for added durability.
The TFX Distance V5 also features the Diecut EVA, which provides just enough cushioning for a variety of distance events.
The Puma TFX Distance V5 has been released in the market in men's medium D and women's medium B sizes. The shaft measures approximately Low-Top from its arch, and it also uses the Die Cut EVA sockliner, which is cemented to the strobel board for a snug fit.
The most significant update in the shoe’s outsole is the EverTrack abrasion-resistant rubber panels. These are strategically placed in high-wear areas of the outsole for added stability and durability. The EverTrack shoe technology also helps slow down the wear and tear of the spikes. It is designed to withstand different levels of impact on the tracks.
The EverTrack is then combined with a U-shaped Pebax spike plate for that extra grip and lightweight traction that can go the distance. This five-pin plate is also the same spike plate technology used in the popular Nike Zoom 400 spikes. The Pebax spike plate is known to deliver powerful take-offs ensuring fast speeds during races.
In the shoe's interior, a die-cut EVA sockliner is cemented to the strobel board for a more snug fit and additional underfoot support. The sockliner also offers a bouncy and safe midsole that is excellent in shock absorption.
The EVA midsole provides very good cushioning, which allows the wearer's feet to experience close to the road sensations underfoot.
The upper section of the Puma TFX V5 spikes is composed of an air mesh construction that provides protection, key ventilation and is perfect for barefoot usage. It is also a great upper material that offers full sensory feedback as the athlete powers down the track. Its comfortable mesh material allows air to permeate through the upper keeping the wearer's feet cool, dry and refreshed.
The shoe also has a suede tongue secured down on the medial side, which provides for a better fit and to prevent sliding.
The shoe's upper is then finished off with a traditional lace-up closure for that custom-fit feeling, while synthetic overlays are added at high-stress areas for added reinforcement.