Puma and Cult Danish Running Brand SaySky Made Chic Gear for Almost Every Type of Run

Riding the Wave: Puma x SaySky Collab Brings Ocean-Inspired Magic to Your Running Routine

Last week, I found myself knee-deep in my closet’s “running section” (yes, I’ve reached that stage in life where my workout clothes need their own postal code), realizing that my trusty running shorts were looking… well, let’s just say they’ve seen more miles than my car this year. Perfect timing then that I stumbled across news about the upcoming Puma and SaySky collaboration that’s about to make all our running wardrobes significantly more awesome.

Look, I’ve been pounding pavement for over a decade now, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that great gear actually makes a difference. Not just in performance, but in that little mental boost that happens when you catch your reflection in a store window and think, “Dang, I actually look like I know what I’m doing!”

When Running Meets Art (And Actually Looks Good)

The Spring/Summer 2025 collection from Puma and Danish running brand SaySky is inspired by Hokusai’s “The Great Wave Off Kanagawa” – you know, that famous Japanese artwork with the massive wave that’s on coffee mugs and posters everywhere. But wait, this isn’t just random artistic appropriation. There’s actually a beautiful connection between those iconic waves and the running experience.

As someone who’s huffed and puffed through everything from neighborhood 5Ks to that one marathon I still can’t believe I finished (Boston 2018, I still have nightmares about Heartbreak Hill), the waves metaphor hits home. Running truly is a series of highs and lows – sometimes within the same mile! One minute you’re floating along thinking you could run forever, the next you’re contemplating if anyone would notice if you just laid down on someone’s lawn for a quick nap.

The Good Stuff: What You Can Actually Buy

The collection drops March 13th at 11 AM CET (which means I’ll be setting a very specific alarm), and includes three footwear models that deserve some attention:

ForeverRun Nitro 2 – For those long, chatty runs with friends where you suddenly realize you’ve gone 10 miles discussing nothing but TV shows
Deviate Nitro 3 – Your everyday trainer that’s basically the running equivalent of that reliable friend who always shows up
Deviate Nitro Elite 3 – The race day special that makes you feel like you’ve suddenly grown wings

I’m particularly eyeing that Deviate Nitro Elite 3. My current race shoes have developed this weird squeak that makes me sound like I’m running with a rubber duck, so the timing couldn’t be better.

Beyond shoes, there’s a whole range of apparel for both men and women. And thankfully, it’s not just functional – it’s actually stylish enough that I wouldn’t feel weird stopping for coffee after a run. The collection features those wave-inspired prints that somehow manage to look artistic rather than like something your three-year-old nephew might design.

What It’ll Cost Ya

Prices range from $60 to $260 USD, which, let’s be honest, isn’t cheap. But after my last “budget” running shorts chafed in places I didn’t know could chafe, I’ve become a firm believer in investing in quality gear. Plus, my birthday’s coming up, and my family has been asking for gift ideas. (Subtle hint dropped, family members who might be reading this!)

Why This Collab Actually Matters

What I love about this partnership is that it brings together Puma’s technical expertise with SaySky’s Scandinavian design aesthetic. If you’re not familiar with SaySky, they’re this cult Danish running brand that serious runners have been quietly obsessing over for years. They’ve got that minimalist-but-bold vibe that somehow makes running in the rain at 6 AM seem like a choice a reasonable person would make.

The collection isn’t just about looking good, though. These pieces are designed for actual running – breathable fabrics, strategic ventilation, and those little details like perfectly placed pockets that make all the difference when you’re five miles in and realize you have nowhere to put your key.

Final Thoughts

Will buying wave-inspired running gear make you faster? Probably not. Will it make you feel slightly more excited about lacing up when your bed is warm and cozy and that pre-dawn alarm goes off? Based on my decade-plus experience with the psychological warfare that is maintaining a running habit – yes, absolutely.

So mark your calendars for March 13th. The collection will be available on Puma.com, Saysky.com, and select retailers globally. I’ll be there, credit card in hand, pretending I don’t already own 17 running shirts. Because as all runners know, there’s no such thing as too much gear – just not enough runs to wear it all.

Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to go make some room in my closet.