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Brooks Hyperion Max 2
Women's Shoes - White/Peach/Coral
4.4
The Brooks Hyperion Max 2 is a fast and highly cushioned road running shoe well suited for training at top speed.
Best useBest Use Learn More
Fast RunsFast Runs
SurfaceSurface Learn More
Roads & PavementRoads & Pavement
StabilityStability Learn More
Neutral
Stable
CushioningCushioning Learn More
Barefoot
Minimal
Low
Medium
High
Maximal
Product Details:
The Brooks Hyperion Max 2 is a lightweight yet highly cushioned performance trainer built to go fast and far. Featuring an upgraded midsole with nitrogen-infused DNA FLASH v2 cushioning, which is nearly 10% more responsive than its predecessor, the Hyperion Max 2 delivers a lively underfoot sensation with every step. Meanwhile, an extra 2 mm of foam in the forefoot offers ample protection on long runs. The shoe's RapidRoll technology enhances speed and is paired with a SpeedVault Plate to facilitate quick turnover, making it easier than ever to achieve faster running times.
To maximize durability while keeping weight to a minimum, the Hyperion Max 2 features strategic rubber coverage on the outsole. A lightweight mesh upper completes the shoe with improved breathability and a secure fit during demanding workouts. With increased foam in the forefoot, more responsive cushioning, and the addition of a SpeedVault Plate, the Brooks Hyperion Max 2 has become an even better running companion, seamlessly blending comfort and high-performance design.
What You'll Love:
- 2 mm of additional foam in the forefoot
- SpeedVault Plate actively assists heel-toe transitions
- Inherent stability that won't interfere with a neutral stride
Model Number: 1204231B173
Specs & FitLearn More
Shoe Specs (Women's Size 8)
| Weight: | 7.8 oz 221 g |
| Heel Stack: | 37 mm |
| Forefoot Stack: | 31 mm |
| Heel-Toe Offset: | 6 mm |
How It FitsLearn More
| Sizing: | True to size |
| Heel Width: | Roomy |
| Midfoot Fit: | Roomy |
| Toe Box Fit: | Average |
Technologies
MIDSOLE
- DNA FLASH v2 nitrogen-infused foam provides excellent energy return with every stride.
- SpeedVault Plate enhances transitions for quick toe-offs.
- Rapid Roll Technology is the rocker-shaped geometry of the shoe that promotes fast transitions.
OUTSOLE
- Strategic Rubber coverage is light and durable with grippy traction.
UPPER
- Engineered Woven Mesh is lightweight, breathable, and structured to provide a dialed-in fit that seamlessly secures the foot.
Customer Reviews
Great shoeGreat shoe, it is supportive, springy and light. Great shoe overall
Slight miss (firm and unstable)This was my first Brooks shoe. I typically enjoy firmer rides but man, this one was just too firm, even for me. The insole is glued but If you gently pull it out and observe it, it's nearly as thin as a piece of paper. Even after 120 miles in this shoe, it felt too firm for the long run (10-12 miles for me).
I switched out the insole to a saucony PWRRUN+ insole; too big for the upper. Tried an old insole from my endorphin speed 3s- seems to fit and offer a tad more protection and softness. Tbh, anything is better than the Brooks insole (or lack-thereof) that comes in this shoe.
The firmness was a downfall but the biggest downfall for me was surprisingly, stability. I noticed after about 50 miles, that the medial side of the shoe was significantly darkened from black pavement compared to the lateral. I filmed myself on a treadmill in multiple planes and noticed pretty severe overpronation, which I have never witnessed on my running films in any other shoe. This was followed by some new calf and thigh pain in the weeks to come after running consistently in the shoe. After I spent a week out of it, the pain left. I returned to the shoe 1-2 weeks later and the pain returned. My theory is this stems from the uneven sidewalls of the shoe. The medial sidewall is linear and slightly lower rising on the foot. The lateral sidewall has some asymmetric wedges that come up a little bit higher. Don't see this on many shoes.
It's not all bad. This has to be one of the best uppers on any shoe I've tried since I started running in 2020, including the best laces you can offer. It also excels at any pace 5k to threshold because of the aggressive toe spring and firmness. The PEBAX plate is stiff; stiffer than nylon plates but less stiff than carbon plates. I do feel like this is probably a decent half marathon shoe for some but for the price, there are better options.
Bottomline, Brooks has come a long way with foams but they still have some kinks to work through. They can make a great upper and a great outsole, but it's the part between that they have yet to really get down. Once they do, I am sure they were be a heavy hitter in the market.
Hyperion max 3 looks promising. Hope they have an insole on that one.
Will Go the DistanceThe fit is true to size. Super comfortable upper. The color way is great! The foam needs to be broken in. Somewhere around 50 miles these really started to work for me. Trained in and ran a brutal half in them. The Hot Springs Run Festival Summit 2 Summit half makes you work. This shoe held up to every aspect of that race. Climbed the hills, great protection coming down, and they helped me achieve my race goals. They have never bottomed out. Great speed. If the foam had a little more energy return it would be the most amazing shoe. I’m looking forward to the 3’s coming out in July.
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Nice upgrade to Hyperion maxGreat long run shoe
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Fantastic ShoeThis is my second pair of Hyperion Max 2 (I'm still using my first pair as well after 300 miles). I have used these for marathon training. This includes tempo work and long runs. These shoes are incredibly comfortable and responsive. Highly recommended.
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Not quite rightI love the brooks Hyperion and was really hoping to love this shoe. It was a little more firm than expected and just didn’t give as much energy return and some others on the market.
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Not much bounce, but solid for MCMPer usual, I was down to the wire deciding what shoes to wear for my marathon. Bought these on a whim. Felt good without much break in and got me through 26.2 on picky, sensitive feet. True to size. Maybe a little narrow in the toe box compared to other Brooks, but as someone hyper sensitive to pinky toe rubbing I wasn’t bothered.
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Almost There!The upper on this shoe is the most comfortable I’ve tried all year. I also love the color.
The foam at first is stiff. As I’ve put miles on the shoe it has softened up. Not as energy returning as other super trainers, but still a fast shoe. These have gone 13 miles with me without a problem. If the shoe was a little lighter and had a slightly softer foam I think it would be about perfect.
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Great fitThe upper is perfectly designed, wraps around your foot and makes you feel comfortably locked into the shoe. The laces are a great design.
The shoe feels firm and responsive, maybe a bit narrow based on my foot shape/size.
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Hyperion max 2.This shoe is the best trading shoe I’ve found. Love the Max1 but these max 2 are a step above. They feel great even for longer runs. Super happy with my purchase!!
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Good shoeShoe is light and fast, and fairly well cushioned. True to size. Good for longer faster runs. Upper and midsole are quite comfy, no sign of blisters. I wore if for a half marathon distance, and got one of my quicker times while not hurting after.
Would definitely be in consideration for a half marathon!
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Brooks Hyperion, Max 2In my opinion, these are the best shoe Brooks have made for running. I would recommend getting a pair and I would buy them again.
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Very Solid ShoeI think this shoe is designed for faster pace runs, but I also wear them for long runs and they feel great! The midsole material is bouncy and cushioned. I wouldn’t say it’s super soft, but definitely feels nice.
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Best daily trainer of the yearI am a heavy runner and after long runs, I can feel the soreness in my hips and knees the next day. This shoe has the protection I need and fun to run in. The full fell of the midsole helps displace the shock of my heel strikes. My favorite go to daily trainer followed by the Puma Deviate 3 and ASICS Magic Speed 4, in that order.
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Great Workhorse OptionThis is a great shoe for really whatever you want to do with it. Sometimes when I am feeling sluggish I will plop this one for a double and the plate really helps with turnover on tired legs. I also have worn this for an 8 mile normal day and many workouts. From 4 to 15 miles this shoe has really worked for me. I've worn this shoe for 3 separate 15 mile hard, fast long runs and I felt just as recovered as I usually do wearing a carbon plated shoe. I will say- it it is a little firm and feels best on the roads. After about 30 miles you will feel this shoe soften up and it is really enjoyable.
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hyperion max 2firm shoe but pretty good
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The best upper evermost shoe companies have been slacking on the uppers and specifically the fit, a shoe should be an extensions of your foot it should feel natural to run in. Most of us runners think we have a major presence of foam, stiffness, stack height, and drop. Truthfully we don't and if we do it's the slightest difference imaginable. But all runners love a good upper, and that is the Brooks has been focusing on (where you can even see the toe design is rounded resembling more of a foot shape with a bit wider toe box on average) I have not tried or seen other people try brook shoes in 2024 without just loving the upper from the glycerin 21 to the Hyperion elite Md track spike brooks have made sure to stay true to their model of having fun and having a great fit.
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Finally a Brooks shoe I likeNot been a fan of Brooks shoes. Most of the recent offerings have been meh to me. This shoe changed that. The upper fit is fantastic and the midsole feels bouncy and cushioned. A very comfortable shoe to run in.
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Fast is the name of the gameThis shoe has one gear fast. The cushioning takes a run or two to break in but man is it just a fun shoe
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