BrooksWomen's Hyperion 3 Running Sneakers from Finish Line

Bring Back the 2’a

Terrible. I loved the Hyperion 2’s. Thankfully I bought 4 pairs when they went on sale because I knew this new version would be awful. PLEASE stop trying to be “innovative” and change your shoes. The 3’s are heavy, terrible padding in the heel, WAYYY more narrow and tight than the 2’s, way too squishy. Awful.

Disappointed - Returned

Bought and returned immediately. I was a huge fan of Hyperion 2 - bought 2 pairs and loved emerging about them from look to feel- all you could want in a running shoe!! As they gazed out the Hyperion 2 I bought the Hyperion 3 and was disappointed. Why ruin a great thing…. the overall fit was tight, snug and no room. I have worn an 8.5 in all Brooks models from Ghost, glycerin, and Hyperion and never had problem til the Hyperion 3. Again, wished they would not have changed a great shoe in the Hyperion 2 …. If you liked those you will not be happy w new version!

My favorite shoe, ruined. Too big, too wide, too much cushion. Compared my 8.5 Hyperion 3 with my Hyperion 2 and it’s almost a full size bigger in the new ones. Put them on just to be sure- returned immediately.

Great performance shoe

This is my first pair of Brooks Hyperion shoes. Right out of the box these shoes impressed. Obviously with Brooks quality, durability and reliability are going to be high. These shoes are different than other Brooks running shoes. I'd say more performance than casual running shoes. For me they are ideal training shoes. The big, super light foam sole is the first thing that got my attention. Trying them on the colors we're nice and bright. The upper and sock liner are really well made. The shoe fits well, I am a 9 in most athletic shoes and these fit perfectly. The tongue has a nice pull tab so it can be easily adjusted for comfort without having to work your foot or tie or untie laces. These shoes give excellent firm support to the whole foot and at the same time great cushion and bounce. Trying them on I thought they might be too firm especially since I run on my toes but breaking them in and wearing them a long runs they are comfortable and transition smoothly over different terrains keeping my feet really comfortable, feeling fully supported and cradled in the shoe adding the cushion and bounce these push me to a faster running pace and a faster starting breakout. Overall, I would say these are high quality performance shoes. I think dedicated and faster runners will really like the Hyperion 3.

Feels like walking on a cloud!

The Brooks Hyperion 3 really surprised me as I found it to be an excellent walking shoe. I am not much of a runner, but more of a fast walker, usually covering about 1 to 3 miles at a time. These shoes have a lot of cushioning, making it feel soft but still also responsive and due to the DNA Flash nitrogen injected soles, I'm not getting that harsh ground impact that can make longer walks uncomfortable over time. They are very lightweight! My feet are pretty small for a woman, and they definitely do not feel bulky on them. They look great; I love the pop of colors and the mesh material makes them very breathable, which is what I liked most about them. The one thing I didn't really like is the heel as I felt it protrude outward a little too much, catching onto stairs as I went down at times. Overall a great shoe for casual or fast walking, and running.

Good looking running shoe.

These are great shoes for those who love a glove-like fit. My favorite feature is the tongue, which is made of super-stretchy fabric. When you pull the younger tab it shrinks the shoe to your foot. It has the comfort of a sock running shoe, but it has the stability of a regular shoe. These gave me a good spring in my step when running. The arch fit my foot nicely. They are not the most cushy pair I have, but they are great. The back part around your ankle has padding which possibly prevented a blister. I love the light blue color with contrast to the neons. One reason I gave them three stars is that they hurt the outside of my feet. I have narrow to regular feet, and this is the first time I have had this issue with a running shoe. The toe box is a bit smaller than I like. I am a true size 10, I maybe I the Hyperion 3 shoe I need a 10.5. I they fit your feet they would be great for road running, trails, cross training, and walking. Bonus, they look cute with jeans and a T-shirt when running errands.

lightweight, yet supportive

They feel incredibly lightweight yet supportive, giving me a springy bounce with each stride that keeps me comfortable mile after mile. The fit is snug but not tight, hugging my heel without causing irritation or friction. I noticed right away how responsive the cushioning feels, my legs recover more easily during long runs and I don’t get that heavy, fatigued feeling I’ve experienced with other shoes.

Immaculate balance and glide

The effortless glide when running in the Hyperion 3’s is beautiful. As you run, there’s some sort of foam cushion underneath that feels like a hybrid mattress - not too springy, and not too squishy, but still comfortable. They are not like memory foam, which sinks. As I ran, I could feel the soles of the shoes popping up gently to meet my arch which was AMAZING for my balance as I landed. The teal colorway isn’t normally the route I’d go as a neutral girly, but I’ve changed my tune. The brighter colors against the pavement really helped me watch my gait. I’ve been training in weather, mostly rain, and I do appreciate how non-absorbent the fabric and laces are. I haven’t run in puddles, FYI. Overall, these have been my new go-to sneakers when I go for any run (long or short) and even for errands and farmers markets. I’ve been testing them on different terrain (they are ok on sand, but they’re not meant for beach running IMO), and they have still bounced back in their way that I like. They do have a bit of height to them, which I also like, but that is something to be aware of if you aren’t into that. I will be recommending these in my running group.