What are Speedcat shoes for?
Originally designed for racecar drivers hoping to shave milliseconds of lap times, the ultra-slim Speedcat OG has become a sleek streetwear staple over the years, seen on the feet of trendsetters and pacesetters alike. The PUMA Speedcat has been an icon of racing culture and street style for decades. The world first knew it as an ultra-slim driving shoe designed to shave milliseconds off lap times. Then it became a sleek streetwear staple seen on the streets of global fashion capitals.
Are Puma Speedcat running shoes?
A little history lesson for you: the Puma Speedcat OGs were originally designed as driving shoes, often seen in Formula 1 and around Monaco. But over the years, their slim silhouette and low-profile design attracted those off the track and have turned them into a streetwear staple—and a full-on fashion phenomenon. The Puma Speedcats aren’t just another pair of sneakers; they make my feet feel good even after thousands of steps, and still look cool when you are stepping out for dinner in a new city after exploring all day. Plus, they come in a variety of colors and work with everything in my travel bag.