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Brooks Hyperion Elite 5

The Hyperion Elite 5 updates Brooks's carbon racer with a more energetic midsole compound derived from the DNA Gold work in the Elite PB project. It is a 40mm-stack marathon shoe for racers who want Brooks's firmer, more controlled take on the super shoe.

Quick specs
CushionModerate
SupportNeutral
Drop8 mm
Heel stack40 mm
Toe boxNarrow
Foot strikeMidfoot, Forefoot
Who it's for

Reach for the Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 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
  • Improved foam energy return over the Elite 4
  • Controlled, stable race-day ride
  • Very light
Cons
  • Still trails the bounciest super shoes
  • Premium price
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Skill profile
Support42
Cushion68
Durability32
Popularity72
Price50
Versatility52
Lightness93

Ratings compare the current lineup. Price favors lower cost.

Key stats
$250Price (MSRP)
40 mmStack height
8 mmDrop
7 ozMen's weight
6 ozWomen's weight
2025Release year
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