Our verdict
Puma Smash V2 Suede Mens Trainers PUMA’s lifestyle collection, is one of the most-awaited releases from the company, especially with the neon yellow/grey/orange colorway. Appreciated for its comfiness and design, this footwear also offers a retro vibe that many sneakerheads admire. However, a few laments that the heel height tends to slide the foot down and forward. In the end, the few issues this footwear might have failed to outrun the many features it provides.
Pros
- Stylish and cozy
- Great upper material combination
- Dope colorways
- Clean and cool design
- Comfortable insole
- Appealing chunky style
- Affordable
Cons
- Causes foot slippage
- Heavy
Who should buy the Puma RS-X3 Twill Air Mesh Sneaker in Weiß Blau Gelb
The Puma RS-X Hard Drive might benefit you if:
- You are looking for an old-school-inspired pair of kicks to satisfy your 80s Future.
- puma fuse moto womens training sneakers in blackteam gold.
- Beefed-up footwear with a robust silhouette appeals to you.
Fit and sizing
This reimagined version of the RSX is available for purchase in both men’s and women’s sizing. Although some recommend going half a size up if you have a wider forefoot for a roomier fit.
Extreme comfort is felt when wearing the RSX HD because of PUMA’s RS cushioning technology that provides deficient padding from the forefoot through the heel. The gel-like softness of the detachable inlay sole provides further comfort.
PUMA Wordmark embroidery a ongue | Style of the Puma RS-X Hard Drive
Styling the RSX HD comes in easy with the fun and playful color schemes available. An athleisure look, for both sexes, will complete the outfit with a pair of RS-X Hard Drive on the feet.
Don on a pair of denim jeans, a shirt, and this retro, and one can go on about their daily grind.
Notable features
Looking very similar to the earlier RS-X releases, one defining feature of the RS-X Hard Drive is the colorway. Paying homage to the late ‘80s, when computer technology was starting to make waves, is the grey shade in this model. A contrast of neutral shades and colorful accents on the RS pods make this a most-coveted model.
Taking a closer look at the toe cap and the lace panel, you'll notice that the two are made of textured, hard rubber for that added stability. Keeping with the RS-X theme is the PUMA Formstrip on the medial and lateral sides.
History of the Puma RS-X Hard Drive
In the eighties, fitness became a huge part of people’s lifestyles. Also, around this time, technology started to gain attention. And in the thick of it all was PUMA. The company with the jumping cat logo was regularly doing research that it can include in its footwear, and that is how the Running System came to be.
Envisioning how advanced technology will make an impact in sports, Armin Dassler, son of founder Rudolf Dassler, tapped Peter Cavanagh -- a professor at the Pennsylvania State University -- who was studying and analyzing the biomechanics of runners.
So by 1986, PUMA officially launched the RS 100, which could track how far a user ran through an electric box located at the heel of the shoe. One could plug the shoe into a computer and download the information that contains the calibration data, how much distance one has done in a week, a month, or a year. It also calculated the caloric cost of running. It was the Fitbit of today.
PUMA relaunched the RS collection in December 2018 by releasing various RS sneaker designs. Although the new designs did not carry the tiny electronic mechanism, they boasted of multiple layers of different materials and pops of color. Bulky in design that is on point with the chunky shoe trend.
Nice to know about the Puma RS-X3 Twill Air Mesh Sneaker in Weiß Blau Gelb
- Have pull tabs on the heel and tongue.
- Puma Black 2 Lil Kids $25.00.
- Has a plastic heel tab for reinforcement.
- Also available in white/navy blue/red/grey and white/navy blue/turquoise/blue
