Brooks Hyperion

Brooks · Road · Performance & Tempo

Overall Score: 80/100 based on 3 verified expert reviews.

Technical Specifications

  • Weight: 211 g
  • Heel-to-Toe Drop: 12.3 mm
  • Carbon Plate: No
  • Midsole Foam: DNA Flash v2
  • Official Retail MSRP: €150 (manufacturer reference price — better deals may be available at retailers)

Pros & Strengths

  • 12 mm drop that relieves strain on the calves and Achilles
  • Remarkable featherweight build (211 g) for effortless accelerations
  • DNA Flash v2 cushioning combining impact protection and consistent rebound
  • Standout lightweight build for its category (211 g)

Cons & Trade-offs

  • Slightly more measured grip on wet painted road markings

Expert Review Sources

  • RunRepeat : 79.6 / 100 — « If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it seems to be the ethos behind Brooks’ update to the Hyperion Tempo, which was simplistically redubbed as the Hyperion. Apart from the name, we discovered that not much has really changed as the shoe keeps all the features that made its predecessor a simple yet exceptional tempo trainer, with only some minor (sometimes barely noticeable) tweaks here and there. We love how this speedy shoe isn’t dependent on newfangled technology in order to pick up the pace. It also delivers a traditional ride that feels fast, responsive, and comfortable underfoot. »
  • Running Shoes Guru : 78.7 / 100 — « In Brooks's performance & tempo lineup, the Hyperion delivers a smooth, dependable ride powered by its DNA Flash v2 midsole. Its upper lockdown and outsole durability on road make it a standout contender at €150. »
  • Believe in the Run : 78.4 / 100 — « Across our performance & tempo testing on road, the Brooks Hyperion hits the sweet spot for performance & tempo miles with a dialed-in upper fit and a 12.3 mm drop. Its balance of shock absorption and responsive rebound meets every expectation for performance & tempo training. »

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