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Brooks Hyperion Max 3
Tempo / threshold

Hyperion Max 3

Stack miles on speedy miles in the men's Hyperion Max 3. Designed to offer protection and speed thanks to high-stack cushioning and a nylon SpeedVault propulsion plate.

$200MSRP
Comparable specifications
Use these measurements to compare shoes on equal terms.
Terrain
road
Primary use
Tempo / threshold
Races
Half to marathon
Also good for
Daily training, Long run, Half marathon race, Marathon race
Cushion
high
Firmness
firm
Stability
neutral
Weight
281g
Drop
6mm
Stack
not published
Widths
standard
Release
2025
Tempo workoutsDaily trainingRoadMarathon
How it compares
Side-by-side with its neighbouring generations.
Our read
Ride

Firm, high-stack ride with a nylon SpeedVault plate that adds propulsion without the aggressive snap of a carbon racer. The 281 g weight is heavy for a modern racing shoe.

Fit

Standard width only with a moderately snug racing fit; no options for wider feet.

Best for

Runners wanting a firm, plated tempo and long-run trainer that can double for marathon race day without full carbon stiffness.

Avoid if

You want the lightest, most explosive carbon-plated racer or a soft, plush ride.

Sources
What informed our read. We link out rather than reproduce others’ reviews.