Details
Brand
Puma
Heel To Toe Drop
12mm
Breathability
10/10
Latest Version
No
Terrain
Road
Type
Neutral
Key Features
• Very comfortable trainer with heel strikers in mind• Loaded with technology that runners will enjoy and find aids in their stride• Mobius Band on the outsole provides a spring with each step• Very stylish looking shoe, reminiscent of Puma’s signature design• Durable trainer that holds up to consistent use and wear and tear of the road
Upper
With a seamless upper, the Mobium Ride v2 uses a dual mesh that keeps the foot cool throughout a ride while also reducing potential irritation. Its construction provides a great amount of comfortability and coverage, and using the Adaptive Fit 2.0, it follows the natural shape of a foot. Runners with a wider foot will appreciate the Ride v2’s wider forefoot, which allows for natural toe splay and the more natural fit that this provides. With a traditional lace-up closure that keep the foot firmly in place, the Ride v2 also has extra eyelets for further collar security and to allow the runner to customize the fit of the trainer.
Midsole
The Mobium Ride 2’s midsole features the Windlass Chassis, a design that follows the natural movement of the foot that changes in height, length, and proportion as the foot transitions from heel to toe. With Expansion Pods fit in the forefoot area, which delivers a cushioned platform that’s both durable and flexible, these pods absorb shock and deliver a more effective and responsive toe-off. The midsole also features Puma ’s Supreme Ride EVA sock liner that keeps the foot comfortable throughout the ride. The midfoot cradles the arch, which provides a mild correction in stance and also aids in a more balanced, stable ride.
Outsole
With a two-layer rubber outsole, the Mobium Ride v2 aims to make the runner’s ride as comfortable as possible. The two layers are comprised of specific proprietary properties: the first is the EverTrack outsole, an abrasion-resistant compound that protects the sole from wear. Placed in critical areas that experience the most contact with running surfaces, it shields the foot and shoe from wear and tear and other deterioration from asphalt and debris. This also helps cushion the impact from the foot’s strike. The second element is the EverRide, an outsole rubber compound that cushions each step. This durable outsole material is responsive and helps toe -off. In addition, the outsole is outfitted with the Mobium Band, an elastic unit that’s placed in a figure eight pattern across the outsole. The band relaxes and stretches as the runner goes through the gait cycle and reacts accordingly to deliver a spring to each step.
Breathability
Thanks to its dual layer seamless upper mesh, the Mobium Ride v2 is a highly breathable trainer. Its seamless construction prevents irritation but also allows for maximum ventilation, as the upper is a single-piece construction without overlays that block ventilation. Even the Puma logo on the side is part of the mesh.
Comfort
A major upgrade in the Ride v2 is its extreme comfort, moving it up from the somewhat minimalist style the first few iterations boasted. With an outsole made from EverRide+ technology, this rubber compound helps to cushion each step, while its midsole is outfitted with Expansion Pods in the forefoot that acts as a durable cushioning platform. In addition, the Supreme Ride EVA sock liner also keeps the foot very comfortable throughout a run.
Style
A sleek low-cut trainer, the Mobium Ride v2 falls in line with the sort of stylishness that Puma has delivered since the company became a major force in the athletics wear market. Coming in a variety of color combinations that range from understated all-black to wild sun-kissed fade-tops, the Ride v2 has produced designs and color combos that will appeal to both modest and more adventurous tastes. With its dual layer upper mesh that speaks to the sneaker’s breathability adorned by a slick racing stripe of offset color on one side and the trademark Puma logo on the other, the Ride v2 fits right in with every classic Puma sneaker they’ve produced–which says a lot about the durability of their design and overall aesthetics. For fans of the Puma look, the Mobium Ride v2 is another strong entry in the company’s signature look.
Durability
One point that many reviewers have made about the Mobium Ride v2 is its durability–which isn’t surprising given the many sturdy elements that comprise this trainer. Its two-layer outsole is largely protected by an EverTrack outsole. This abrasion-resistant compound, placed in critical high-wear areas of the outsole, protects the sole from rapid deterioration from contact with hard running surfaces. The Expansion Pods placed at the forefoot of the midsole are also similarly durable, reacting to each foot strike and toe off and still retaining their shape and performance. These elements, along with the durable synthetic dual-layer upper mesh, make the Mobium Ride v2 a trainer that can take the force and shocks of daily running without noticeable wear and tear for a long time onward.
Protection
The EverTrack outsole, a sturdy compound rubber placed in high-wear areas to protect both the integrity of the shoe–and the foot itself–from debris on the road offers a fair amount of protection from the harsher elements a runner may find on a ride. However, its dual-layer seamless upper mesh is not going to offer significant protection from rain or snow. These are lightweight running shoes, after all, not trail running gaiters. But for their purpose of being running shoes, the highly breathable mesh upper and sturdy outsole construction may offer all the protection one would need when jogging through their suburban streets or cityscapes.
Responsiveness
One major attribute the Puma Mobium Ride v2 has is its responsiveness. The Expansion Pods placed at the forefoot provide the runner with a responsive reaction to the force of footfall and toe-off, while its Windlass Chassis midsole is designed to follow the natural movement of the foot, changing in length, height, and proportion as the foot transitions between heel and toe. The Ride v2 is also outfitted with a Mobium Band, which is placed in a figure eight pattern across the outsole and relaxes and stretches as the runner moves through the gait cycle, delivering an added spring with each step.
Support
The construction of the midsole of the Ride v2 cradles the arch and provides a slight correction in stance, aiding in a more balanced ride. The additional padding in the heel of the Ride v2 also aids to support heel strikers. However, this is not specifically a support shoe but is meant for neutral runners.
Terrain
The sturdy two-layer outsole, including the EverTrack+ compound rubber in high-wear areas, provides a fair amount of protection against harsh running surfaces such as asphalt and pavement. However, this is not a trail runner. It’s designed specifically for running on the streets and sidewalks of your city or town.
Price
Puma is a well-known name brand that sells high-end shoes to customers looking for both brand affiliation and quality. The Mobium Ride v2 is also loaded with tech that far surpasses many other shoes on the market. That being said, while its introductory price was on the high side, the price has dropped considerably since then, so it’s no longer a steep investment for a runner to make in a quality trainer.
Drop
In keeping with updating many aspects of the Ride line, which had previously been much more minimalist, Puma has given the Ride v2 a drop of 8mm, which most neutral runners will find comfortable–and just slightly lower than the average drop in this style of trainer.
Stability
With a midsole that cradles the arch of the foot to provide a slight correction in stance and the Windlass Chassis midsole that reacts and conforms to the variations of foot position throughout a cycle, the Ride v2 is a highly stable shoe. However, it is not specifically a stability shoe. This is designed for heel strikers and neutral runners in mind.
Flexibility
With a dual-layer upper mesh, Mobium Band running across the outsole, and deep flex grooves on the outsole, the Mobium Ride v2 is a highly flexible trainer. Even the tech inside of the midsole, such as the Expandable Pods and the Windlass Chassis, are designed to provide a great amount of flexibility–and surface control–for the runner.
Traction
With large pods that dot the outsole of the Mobium Ride v2, this trainer offers a fair amount of traction. While it may not be as tenacious as other running shoes in terms of grip, these are lightweight trainers for runners looking for a responsive ride, not one seeking to tear up the track or run in more inclement conditions.
Bottom Line
Puma is a high-profile, immediately recognizable brand in the sports world. And for good reason. They’ve been putting out stylish, high-quality products for decades. The Puma Mobium Ride v2 continues with this tradition, providing runners with an all-around excellent shoe that is durable, comfortable, and responsive. While the price tag was initially a little high, it has since dropped to nominal levels. And with the amount of tech that’s been put into this trainer, particularly the Expansion Pods in the forefoot and the Mobius Band on the outsole, runners are getting more for their money with this line over comparable brands.
