Brooks Hyperion Elite 4
The Hyperion Elite 4 is Brooks's carbon-plated marathon racer with a full 40mm stack of DNA Flash v2 foam. It is a legal race-day shoe with a firmer, more stable ride than the bounciest super shoes, suiting runners who want predictability over maximum squish.
Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack40 mm
Toe boxNarrow
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for
Reach for the Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 for race day and tempo days and intervals. It's a neutral shoe, best for runners with an efficient stride who don't need pronation support.
Race daySpeed work
Pros
- Race-legal 40mm carbon package
- Stable for a super shoe
- Light on foot
- Foam less energetic than top rivals
- Narrow racing fit
Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability32
Popularity72
Price50
Versatility52
Lightness91
Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.
Key stats
$250Price (MSRP)
40 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
7.2 ozMen's weight
6.2 ozWomen's weight
2024Release year
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