Puma Stewie 3
Released 5/2024, Low Top, Breanna Stewart,
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8.0
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4 reviews
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The Puma Stewie 3 introduces an interesting drop-in midsole setup, but the traction performance on dust holds the shoe back.
Best Suitable For:
Players who don't require much bounciness and excel with low-to-the-ground setups.
Price Comparison:
Available at 2 shops | Official Retail Price: $124.99
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Puma Stewie 3 | Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 10 V2 | Jordan Why Not Zero.6 | Jordan Zion 3 | Jordan Luka 2 | Jordan Tatum 2 | Add shoe | |
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Expert Rating | 8.0 | 8.7(0.7) | 7.9(0.1) | 8.0(0.0) | 8.3(0.3) | 7.7(0.3) | |
User Rating | NA | 8.7 | 8.5 | 7.9 | 8.6 | 7.1 | |
Best Price | $79.97 $125 | $149 | $150 | $52.97 $140 | $77.97 $130 | $68.82 $125 | |
Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
Weight | NA | NA | 380g - 390g | NA | 390g - 410g | NA |
Puma Stewie 3 Review
Pros:
Step-in comfort
Well-balanced and supportive
Cons:
Stiff outsole at the back of the shoe
Dust pickup hinders traction performance
Performance of the Puma Stewie 3:
Puma looks to mix things up by introducing a drop-in midsole in the Stewie 3.
The traction performance is solid on clean courts. The outsole tread and pattern pick up dust quickly, which hinders performance and causes sliding.
Puma's drop-in midsole is comfortable when you step in the shoe, but it's not bouncy. The outsole is stiff around the heel, which affects the impact protection.
The materials are mainly engineered mesh. The upper feels supportive and light, but the breathability is not good.
With the elevated side walls on the midsole and the outsole setup, lateral containment is not an issue. There's also a torsional shank piece under the drop-in.
The Puma Stewie 3 is a niche shoe catering to specific play styles. The balance and stability help with being quick while staying low.
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Expert Reviews of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Rating: 8.0 (ranks #267 of 334)
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8.2
June 23, 2024
The Puma Stewie 3 are surefooted and cater well to low-to-the-ground players. The traction can be better, but I like the material and build-quality setup.
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8.2
June 23, 2024
I had a mostly positive experience playing in the Puma Stewie 3. The traction performs well, especially on clean courts, and the shoe feels comfortable.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The Puma Stewie 3 is a solid performer. My main concern is the stiff rear outsole. Otherwise, I like the traction on clean courts and the drop-in midsole.
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7.4
June 23, 2024
I had issues with the Puma Stewie 3 because of the traction. It also feels bottom-heavy and clunky. I do like the drop-in midsole and materials, though.
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User Reviews of the Puma Stewie 3:
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Traction of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.3 (ranks #307 of 334)
User Traction Rating: NA
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7.0
June 23, 2024
The tread is incredibly dense. The initial grip works well, but the performance falters when dust gets in the outsole pattern.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The traction performance is outstanding on clean courts. It also performs well on dusty courts, but the dust does build up.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
I didn't have any issues with the traction performance. It performs well on clean courts. Be prepared to wipe on dustier courts.
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6.0
June 23, 2024
The traction is poor on dust and decent on indoor courts. Dust pickup affected the performance too much. I experienced too much sliding.
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Cushion of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Cushion Rating: 7.8 (ranks #262 of 334)
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The drop-in midsole is dense. The bounciness is not there, but it's meant for balance and containment.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
I had to break in the cushioning over a few games. The drop-in midsole feels firm to start. It softens up but doesn't become bouncy. This is a neutral setup for sure.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The drop-in midsole feels nice. The rear outsole is stiff and affects some impact protection, though. The forefoot feels comfortable.
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7.0
June 23, 2024
The rubber is stiff around the heel, which affects the impact protection. However, I like the drop-in midsole. Step-in comfort and underfoot cushioning are impressive.
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Materials of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.3 (ranks #116 of 334)
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9.0
June 23, 2024
I like the TPU reinforcement on the lateral side of the shoe. The upper and tongue are densely padded. It's not too breathable, though. The build quality is out of this world.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The materials take a short break-in period. After breaking them in, the shoe feels supportive without being restrictive.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
I can't complain about the engineered mesh upper. It's durable and comfortable during play. Quality could be better.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The engineered mesh is lightweight and comfortable. It feels thin but durable.
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Support of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Support Rating: 8.5 (ranks #140 of 334)
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9.0
June 23, 2024
The upper stability is improved with the TPU piece. Heel slippage is minimal, and the containment is impressive.
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9.0
June 23, 2024
The drop-in midsole does have a torsional plate and elevated side walls, which I appreciate. I felt contained on the footbed. I wish there were a more prominent outrigger.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The back of the shoe provides a lot of structure. There's no heel slippage, and I experienced no slippage on the footbed.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
I like the raised side walls for lateral containment. The lack of an outrigger affects the lateral stability. Lockdown is good overall.
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Fit of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #218 of 334)
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The length feels standard, and the shoe feels wider over time.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
My foot felt well accommodated in this shoe. It felt comfortable during play.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
As long as you convert the sizing correctly, the shoe fits well. I felt good.
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8.0
June 23, 2024
The fit is snug, especially around the toe box.
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Durability of the Puma Stewie 3:
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Outdoor of the Puma Stewie 3:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 0.0 (ranks #277 of 334)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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June 23, 2024
The traction pattern is too thin and dense to work well outdoors.
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June 23, 2024
I would not take this pair outdoors. The traction pattern is too close together.
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Width of the Puma Stewie 3:
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slightly narrow
June 23, 2024
2E feet can go up half a size.
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regularly wide
June 23, 2024
You might need to go up half a size if you have extra wide feet.
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regularly wide
June 23, 2024
I'm a slightly wide-footer, and I felt good.
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slightly narrow
June 23, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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Size of the Puma Stewie 3:
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true to size
June 23, 2024
Narrow or medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
June 23, 2024
Going true to size is your best bet.
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true to size
June 23, 2024
The shoe does run true to size.
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½ size small
June 23, 2024
I went up half a size.
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