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PUMA Drop The Next Generation Ultra 6 'Dare To'

PUMA are moving in one direction only—and it’s lightning fast. The Ultra 6 'Dare To' lands with a bold statement of intent, carrying the torch forward for the brand’s speed silo with a launch that merges cutting-edge performance with turn-of-the-millennium flavour.

Wrapped in a "Persian Blue/Puma Aged Silver/Puma Black/Lime Squeeze" palette, the “Dare To” edition kicks off the next chapter for the Ultra series, and it does so in style. Drawing from a dark, atmospheric base, the boot is lit up by vibrant pops of colour and Y2K-inspired graphics running across the instep—just the right blend of chaos and control. Call it the football equivalent of a digital afterglow, this one’s made for the spotlight.

But make no mistake—this is no retro rehash. The Ultra 6 is a beast built for pure speed, fine-tuned for the modern attacker. As always with the Ultra, there's two soleplate options—Carbon and Ultimate—depending on your speed needs and pitch demands. The SPEEDSYSTEM CARBON outsole delivers explosive acceleration and razor-sharp cuts, the result of extensive testing into the biomechanics of speed. The carbon fibre plate works in tandem with the FastTrax stud pattern, optimised to give you that extra edge whether you're taking off, pulling up or cutting inside with intent. A three-stud setup at the heel even improves braking efficiency—because stopping on a dime is sometimes the most dangerous move you can make. Take away the Carbon, and the regular soleplate still combines a high-performance fibre base material with an external heel counter and the same revolutionary stud system to maximise energy return for faster acceleration. 

Up top, a retuned lightweight mesh upper now comes with integrated GripControl Pro skin, giving you command of the ball even at top velocity. It’s complimented by a redesigned PWRTAPE SQD support frame that hugs the foot, offering stability without compromising agility. The feel is dynamic and secure, whether you’re turning defenders inside out or pushing into space.

And then there’s the design—full of personality and sharp details. The devil’s in the detail quite literally, with Form Stripe branding morphing into subtle devil horns, adding menace to every move. The boot’s colourway brings a nice balance—dark, stealthy base with bright pops for contrast, the kind of yin-yang harmony that comes alive when you’re blitzing past full-backs at full tilt.

Shop the PUMA Ultra 6 at prodirectsport.com/soccer

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Daniel Jones

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