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Hyperion Elite 6
Brooks' carbon race shoe with updated DNA Gold foam and a SpeedVault+ plate.
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Our verdict
Brooks rebuilt the Hyperion Elite for version 6, with new DNA Gold foam, a stiff SpeedVault+ carbon plate and a wider midfoot, and the early reviews are the warmest the line has had. This is a carbon racing shoe for the half and the full marathon, and at 192g on our spec sheet it's properly light. Fordy Runs rates it the best Hyperion Elite so far and a shoe built for 26.2 miles. RTINGS likes it for marathon racing too, and less so for 5k and 10k. Two complaints come up again and again. The forefoot is so stiff it barely bends, and the heel collar is lined with separate pads that can rub your Achilles. It lines up against the SC Elite v5 and the other big-name marathon shoes, and £240 is a lot of money, so check the price table before you pay RRP.
Key features
- DNA Gold midsoleA softer, livelier foam than earlier Hyperion Elites, so your legs get more protection late in a marathon
- SpeedVault+ carbon plateA very stiff plate that keeps your stride structured at goal pace when form starts to fade
- Late forefoot rockerRolls you on to your toes so the shoe does some of the work at toe-off
- Wider midfootA steadier platform than the narrow Hyperion Elite 5, which reviewers found less wobbly
- Thin see-through upperVery light and breathable, with silicone lace sheaths and a gusseted tongue for lockdown
Who it suits
Who should buy it
- Half and full marathon racers who want a stiff, propulsive ride at goal pace
- Brooks fans who found earlier Hyperion Elites too firm or too narrow
- Runners with a slightly broader forefoot who get squeezed by slim race shoes
- Runners who like a late rocker doing the work at toe-off
Who should not buy it
- You have Achilles trouble or Haglund's deformity, because of the heel collar pads
- You race mostly 5k and 10k and want a flexible, nimble shoe
- You overpronate and need proper support at marathon pace
- You want a daily trainer, since this is built for race day
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Extra information
Fit & sizing
Take your usual Brooks size. None of the reviews we read had a problem with length. The forefoot is the pleasant surprise. The toe box starts tapered and then opens up, so there's more room than most race shoes give you, though one tester still felt it a little tight over the toes. The midfoot is a normal width and needs snug lacing before it locks down. The heel is where opinions split. Brooks lines the collar with separate pads, and one UK reviewer liked the hold they give, but two other reviews found them rubbing. One of those warned runners with Achilles problems or Haglund's deformity to try the shoe on before committing.
Performance breakdown
Ride & feel
The heel lands softly, then the shoe goes very stiff through the forefoot and a late rocker rolls you on to your toes. Reviewers liked it most at marathon and half-marathon pace, where the stiffness gives a tired stride some structure. At 5k and 10k effort it drew more complaints: one grader found it too rigid for short, quick work and felt the plate fought their natural toe-off. Lab testing found it bouncier than the SuperComp Elite v6.
Cushioning
There's a tall stack under the heel, which is what protects your legs in the back half of a marathon. Reviewers describe the foam as much softer and livelier than the Hyperion Elite 5's, and firmness was the main gripe with earlier versions. It still isn't mushy. The softness sits mostly in the heel, and the forefoot feels firm once the plate takes over. If you want a plush, forgiving racer, look elsewhere.
Stability
The reviews disagree here. One reviewer called it close to a stable neutral shoe, crediting a wider midfoot than the 5, raised sidewalls on the inside and a platform that resists twisting. A UK reviewer found it planted even on tired legs. Lab testing came to the opposite view: narrow under the arch, with foam that compresses too easily to support an overpronator. Our read is that it's steadier than past Hyperions but still a neutral racer, so it won't help if you need real support.
Upper & comfort
The upper is thin, see-through and very light, and it breathes well. Silicone sheaths on the laces and a gusseted tongue hold your foot in place, and one UK reviewer preferred it to the upper on the New Balance SC Elite v5. The tongue is thin, though, so you may feel lace pressure if you tie them tight. Then there are the heel pads. Try it on with the socks you'll race in.
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Specifications
| Category | Race |
| Surface | Road |
| Drop | 8.8mm |
| Heel Stack | 40.5mm |
| Forefoot Stack | 31.7mm |
| Weight | 192g |
| Carbon Plated | Yes |
| Stability | No |