Train hard. Recover hard. Repeat. Fast workouts DNA FLASH foam is nitrogen infused for an optimal combination of energy return and light weight that adapts to your unique stride and allows you to run fast DNA FLASH is engineered from ultra-lightweight materials so none of this weighs you down. Our cushioning technologies all start with DNA because they react to your unique stride. Quick recovery The combination of light weight, a responsive ride, and soft cushioning helps the shoe absorb impact during a hard workout — allowing you to quickly get back to the grind. Performance fit The breathable stretch-woven upper moves with your foot to provide maximum comfort. This helps keep your feet at a cool temperature even on hot days.
Train hard. Recover hard. Repeat. Fast workouts DNA FLASH foam is nitrogen infused for an optimal combination of energy return and light weight that adapts to your unique stride and allows you to run fast DNA FLASH is engineered from ultra-lightweight materials so none of this weighs you down. Our cushioning technologies all start with DNA because they react to your unique stride. Quick recovery The combination of light weight, a responsive ride, and soft cushioning helps the shoe absorb impact during a hard workout — allowing you to quickly get back to the grind. Performance fit The breathable stretch-woven upper moves with your foot to provide maximum comfort. This helps keep your feet at a cool temperature even on hot days.
Train hard. Recover hard. Repeat. Fast workouts DNA FLASH foam is nitrogen infused for an optimal combination of energy return and light weight that adapts to your unique stride and allows you to run fast DNA FLASH is engineered from ultra-lightweight materials so none of this weighs you down. Our cushioning technologies all start with DNA because they react to your unique stride. Quick recovery The combination of light weight, a responsive ride, and soft cushioning helps the shoe absorb impact during a hard workout — allowing you to quickly get back to the grind. Performance fit The breathable stretch-woven upper moves with your foot to provide maximum comfort. This helps keep your feet at a cool temperature even on hot days.
Train hard. Recover hard. Repeat. Fast workouts DNA FLASH foam is nitrogen infused for an optimal combination of energy return and light weight that adapts to your unique stride and allows you to run fast DNA FLASH is engineered from ultra-lightweight materials so none of this weighs you down. Our cushioning technologies all start with DNA because they react to your unique stride. Quick recovery The combination of light weight, a responsive ride, and soft cushioning helps the shoe absorb impact during a hard workout — allowing you to quickly get back to the grind. Performance fit The breathable stretch-woven upper moves with your foot to provide maximum comfort. This helps keep your feet at a cool temperature even on hot days.
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Brooks Women's Hyperion Tempo, Black/Pink/Hot Coral, 9B
Delivery $70.16
originally posted on REI
These run true to size and are by far the lightest running shoes I’ve ever worn. Before these, I had been wearing the New Balance 1080 v9, which I have enjoyed, but are not well-suited to quicker runs and speed workouts, as they are very well cushioned (I also have been experiencing heel slippage in that version, and am not crazy about the v10 redesign due to the collar). In the past, I have also worn the New Balance 860 and 880, and for a long time ran in the Brooks Ghost, and before that, a long time in the ASICS Gel-Cumulus. I like a neutral shoe, and am a supinator with medium-high arches. I’ve found shoes these days are trending towards very cushioned, and I wanted to move back to something firmer and faster. First of all, the Hyperion Tempos are very sleek ... MoreThese run true to size and are by far the lightest running shoes I’ve ever worn. Before these, I had been wearing the New Balance 1080 v9, which I have enjoyed, but are not well-suited to quicker runs and speed workouts, as they are very well cushioned (I also have been experiencing heel slippage in that version, and am not crazy about the v10 redesign due to the collar). In the past, I have also worn the New Balance 860 and 880, and for a long time ran in the Brooks Ghost, and before that, a long time in the ASICS Gel-Cumulus. I like a neutral shoe, and am a supinator with medium-high arches. I’ve found shoes these days are trending towards very cushioned, and I wanted to move back to something firmer and faster. First of all, the Hyperion Tempos are very sleek looking, more so than any running shoes I’ve had before. The tongue is super thin, which I thought would be a problem, but has not bothered my feet in the slightest. The laces are very light and grooved to better hold a knot, but are stretchy in a way that took some getting used to. The foam has very good traction on dry ground, but definitely underperforms on wet ground, and squeaks. While the foam is firm, I have never thought these need more cushion - however, that may change if you’re running more than 5-6 miles. I definitely feel lighter and faster in these, and while I can’t say yet how durable they are, in my experience Brooks shoes are some of the most well-constructed out there. I definitely plan on purchasing these again when the time comes.
originally posted on runningroom.com
Love these shoes! They great for short or very long runs. I never have sore feet and have been injury free since I started buying these. This is my 4th pair! The only complaint that I have is that my right toe always seems to break though the material in a short amount of time. I’ve tried all the tricks to try to stop it with a new pair and nothing seems to work. I do wish they’d go on sale or drop the price slightly as I seem to purchase a pair often. I do still love them as the feel great and are super lightweight.
originally posted on brooksrunning.com
I love the Hyperion tempo. They are my go to for training and racing all distances on roads. They don’t have much grip so they aren’t great on very wet or slick spots on the roads in the early hours in the morning but otherwise a great, lightweight trainer. I really like the laces. They come in lots of color choices which is also a win over most other running sneaker brands. I’ve gone through four pairs. I wear them for half marathons and marathons. I generally don’t run shorter distance races but I think they would be fine for any distance. I put about 400 miles on them before I retire them.
| Shoe Category | Neutral |
| Experience | Speed |
| Surface | Road |
| Suits Foot Arch Type | Flat, Medium, High |
| Midsole Technology | DNA FLASH |
Brooks Women's Hyperion Tempo, Black/Pink/Hot Coral, 9B
Delivery $70.16
These run true to size and are by far the lightest running shoes I’ve ever worn. Before these, I had been wearing the New Balance 1080 v9, which I have enjoyed, but are not well-suited to quicker runs and speed workouts, as they are very well cushioned (I also have been experiencing heel slippage in that version, and am not crazy about the v10 redesign due to the collar). In the past, I have also worn the New Balance 860 and 880, and for a long time ran in the Brooks Ghost, and before that, a long time in the ASICS Gel-Cumulus. I like a neutral shoe, and am a supinator with medium-high arches. I’ve found shoes these days are trending towards very cushioned, and I wanted to move back to something firmer and faster. First of all, the Hyperion Tempos are very sleek ... MoreThese run true to size and are by far the lightest running shoes I’ve ever worn. Before these, I had been wearing the New Balance 1080 v9, which I have enjoyed, but are not well-suited to quicker runs and speed workouts, as they are very well cushioned (I also have been experiencing heel slippage in that version, and am not crazy about the v10 redesign due to the collar). In the past, I have also worn the New Balance 860 and 880, and for a long time ran in the Brooks Ghost, and before that, a long time in the ASICS Gel-Cumulus. I like a neutral shoe, and am a supinator with medium-high arches. I’ve found shoes these days are trending towards very cushioned, and I wanted to move back to something firmer and faster. First of all, the Hyperion Tempos are very sleek looking, more so than any running shoes I’ve had before. The tongue is super thin, which I thought would be a problem, but has not bothered my feet in the slightest. The laces are very light and grooved to better hold a knot, but are stretchy in a way that took some getting used to. The foam has very good traction on dry ground, but definitely underperforms on wet ground, and squeaks. While the foam is firm, I have never thought these need more cushion - however, that may change if you’re running more than 5-6 miles. I definitely feel lighter and faster in these, and while I can’t say yet how durable they are, in my experience Brooks shoes are some of the most well-constructed out there. I definitely plan on purchasing these again when the time comes.
Love these shoes! They great for short or very long runs. I never have sore feet and have been injury free since I started buying these. This is my 4th pair! The only complaint that I have is that my right toe always seems to break though the material in a short amount of time. I’ve tried all the tricks to try to stop it with a new pair and nothing seems to work. I do wish they’d go on sale or drop the price slightly as I seem to purchase a pair often. I do still love them as the feel great and are super lightweight.
I love the Hyperion tempo. They are my go to for training and racing all distances on roads. They don’t have much grip so they aren’t great on very wet or slick spots on the roads in the early hours in the morning but otherwise a great, lightweight trainer. I really like the laces. They come in lots of color choices which is also a win over most other running sneaker brands. I’ve gone through four pairs. I wear them for half marathons and marathons. I generally don’t run shorter distance races but I think they would be fine for any distance. I put about 400 miles on them before I retire them.
I am a tried and true GTS runner, and have had 3 or so generations purchased but always felt they were too heavy. As a flat footed runner, I had reservations about dropping $150 on the Hyperion having read reviews about lack of arch support for the price, durability of the upper mesh, etc. I will start this review by saying I'm not a professional runner, but use running as my main source of fitness. 3-4x a week.Upon receiving the shoes, was shocked at how light they are. It rained heavily the first two weeks so I wore them inside and had hesitations that they were uncomfortable and stiff. My first run was a cold day, and I was not seeing the bounce people speak of. By my second run, after more than a 2 week break of running, I ran a short 2.1 and shattered my old ... MoreI am a tried and true GTS runner, and have had 3 or so generations purchased but always felt they were too heavy. As a flat footed runner, I had reservations about dropping $150 on the Hyperion having read reviews about lack of arch support for the price, durability of the upper mesh, etc. I will start this review by saying I'm not a professional runner, but use running as my main source of fitness. 3-4x a week.Upon receiving the shoes, was shocked at how light they are. It rained heavily the first two weeks so I wore them inside and had hesitations that they were uncomfortable and stiff. My first run was a cold day, and I was not seeing the bounce people speak of. By my second run, after more than a 2 week break of running, I ran a short 2.1 and shattered my old times. I purchased these in mid May, and EVERY short run I've completed, I have beaten my time incrementally by 10-20 seconds or more. The fatigue I would feel the day after a four mile run is gone. My body is responding and toning faster than I did before, as is my endurance and cadence. I love these shoes for short speed based work outs. You absolutely forget they are attached to you, and so you can improve on speed cadence and distance with ease and focus on breathe and the road ahead.Some critique: as a flat footed runner I am getting some arch pain post long runs. I wore inserts the third or so time I ran and it was completely distracting and felt like bricks on my feet so I removed them. I do wish there was more support in future generations as I am a MASSIVE Guide Rails tech fan, also the laces true to reviews are thing and overly long. I have to tuck them into my shoe so they are not distracting during my run, but overall the upper mesh is airy and breathable and have held up well a few months in.I am so happy with these, with limited improvements, Brooks is on track to make a ton more lifetime running fans that get a lot of bang for their buck with the Hyperion.
I am a long-term Brooks loyalist who was hoping that Brooks would figure out a way to provide more spring without adding weight. Weight was the unfortunate side effect of DNA Amp, making the BioMoGo and Loft midsole materials more enjoyable running experiences. That was until DNA Flash. The feeling of such a light shoe that provides so much spring and protection is the definition of Run Happy.While I rotate between 3-4 different pairs (currently Glycerin, Ricochet, Hyperion & Hyperion Tempo), I am happiest on Hyperion Tempo days! The upper fits comfortably and doesn't have anything it doesn't need. Caution needs used to make sure the sides of the tongue are flat against the top of the foot. The "speed" screen on the left insole wore off within a couple of runs. I ... MoreI am a long-term Brooks loyalist who was hoping that Brooks would figure out a way to provide more spring without adding weight. Weight was the unfortunate side effect of DNA Amp, making the BioMoGo and Loft midsole materials more enjoyable running experiences. That was until DNA Flash. The feeling of such a light shoe that provides so much spring and protection is the definition of Run Happy.While I rotate between 3-4 different pairs (currently Glycerin, Ricochet, Hyperion & Hyperion Tempo), I am happiest on Hyperion Tempo days! The upper fits comfortably and doesn't have anything it doesn't need. Caution needs used to make sure the sides of the tongue are flat against the top of the foot. The "speed" screen on the left insole wore off within a couple of runs. I don't have any complaints about the laces like some others have indicated. Aesthetically this shoe is as perfect as it functions.The Hyperion Tempo is the GOAT: Greatest of All Time.
Ordered these without trying anything similar on. When they first came I was worried because the instep didn't seem well supported. I was iffy on my first run and wondered if I might need to put different insoles in the shoes. Fast forward to me 3rd run in them and I PR'd a 10 miler. Looking forward to wearing them in an upcoming half marathon and hoping to drop a significant amount of time! I ordered another pair to have on hand in the future. My all time favorite running shoe was the Brooks Pure Flow 6 and these feel like a close relative. I did see reviews that the laces are very stretchy and it's true, takes a minute to adjust to perfect cinch but then you're golden.
OMG. Love these shoes. For context: usually run in ghosts narrow 2A, high arch, neutral, high kms. Just tried hyperions for the first time to mix it up a bit. The first thing I noticed was OMG how light they are! I mean really really light! Made my ghosts feel like chunky work boots in comparison. While they’re definitely not as cushioned all over (hence the lighter profile) they are cushioned where needed, on the heel and forefoot for push off. The material feels very thin and kind of “plasticy” and I did notice my feet sweating more during and after a run even though there are ventilation holes in the top of the toe box. The toe box is definitely roomier than my ghosts with the narrow 2A fitting but I didn’t feel like they were too big and they didn’t bunch up ... MoreOMG. Love these shoes. For context: usually run in ghosts narrow 2A, high arch, neutral, high kms. Just tried hyperions for the first time to mix it up a bit. The first thing I noticed was OMG how light they are! I mean really really light! Made my ghosts feel like chunky work boots in comparison. While they’re definitely not as cushioned all over (hence the lighter profile) they are cushioned where needed, on the heel and forefoot for push off. The material feels very thin and kind of “plasticy” and I did notice my feet sweating more during and after a run even though there are ventilation holes in the top of the toe box. The toe box is definitely roomier than my ghosts with the narrow 2A fitting but I didn’t feel like they were too big and they didn’t bunch up across my toes during a run like the standard fit ghosts do. The shoe is very responsive, light and I’m loving the feel over middle distances. Will see how longer runs go… overall big tick from me.
Really lightweight shoe, that offers more lateral stability than expected. I’ve run about 30 miles in these shoes now, and they are by far, the best shoes I’ve had in a while. I wouldn’t recommend wearing these in wet conditions, as they don’t provide much traction beyond what a pool noodle could offer, or for hiking, as I can’t imagine them working all that well on uneven surfaces, but for dry and flat conditions, these shoes are exactly what I was looking for. Additionally, the heel drop is just right. I don’t feel like I’m running barefoot, nor do I feel like I’m wearing something too elevated in the heel. I run faster in these than my Pegasus, and I feel less fatigued on longer runs. I’ve been experiencing some back pain, during and after my runs for a few years ... MoreReally lightweight shoe, that offers more lateral stability than expected. I’ve run about 30 miles in these shoes now, and they are by far, the best shoes I’ve had in a while. I wouldn’t recommend wearing these in wet conditions, as they don’t provide much traction beyond what a pool noodle could offer, or for hiking, as I can’t imagine them working all that well on uneven surfaces, but for dry and flat conditions, these shoes are exactly what I was looking for. Additionally, the heel drop is just right. I don’t feel like I’m running barefoot, nor do I feel like I’m wearing something too elevated in the heel. I run faster in these than my Pegasus, and I feel less fatigued on longer runs. I’ve been experiencing some back pain, during and after my runs for a few years now, but these shoes are limiting this more than I ever anticipated. Please keep making these. They are the shoes I’ve been looking for, for so long. I’m a 43 year old active male, who runs about 40 miles a month and broke my Achilles 3 years ago. They run true to size.
You know in Forest Gump, when he says "they was my magic shoes"...? Well he must have time traveled to this epic year of 2020 and tried a pair of these Hyperion Tempo"s from Brooks.These are the most light, comfortable runners I've owned, and my husband can attest to my enormous collection from various brands... Nothing, and I mean nothing, compares to these marshmallow-y heaven sent hoof holders!Can you give 14 stars?? I wish.Anyways, out of the box they weigh less than the patience I have left this year (ie: next to 0), and the fit exactly to size. A little narrower in the toe box compared to the ghost or launch but not a lot, and they do stretch and form a bit with wear. My flat, wide feet do just fine. No pinch points. The laces are stretchy yet don't come ... MoreYou know in Forest Gump, when he says "they was my magic shoes"...? Well he must have time traveled to this epic year of 2020 and tried a pair of these Hyperion Tempo"s from Brooks.These are the most light, comfortable runners I've owned, and my husband can attest to my enormous collection from various brands... Nothing, and I mean nothing, compares to these marshmallow-y heaven sent hoof holders!Can you give 14 stars?? I wish.Anyways, out of the box they weigh less than the patience I have left this year (ie: next to 0), and the fit exactly to size. A little narrower in the toe box compared to the ghost or launch but not a lot, and they do stretch and form a bit with wear. My flat, wide feet do just fine. No pinch points. The laces are stretchy yet don't come loose (they are quite long though). The foam looks and feels like styrofoam, but you won't be bothered once you head out on that first run.Folks, I actually work at a competitive sports store where I can get most shoes at cost, but they don't sell Brooks... I happily paid full price and would pay even more for these (and I'm cheap as heck).These are amazing. They seem to propel you forward and helped my form instantly. Zero rubbing or issues even on a 15k run straight out of th box. My easy pace has shrunk about 30sec/km instantly (seriously) and every run has been enjoyable.11/10 will be buying as many pairs as I can, so if you need a women's 9, I'm sorry, I bought them all.
I have already run about 60 miles in these and they’re super soft and light. The support is perfect - not too high of an arch, and not to flat of an arch. I’ve always stuck to Brooks for running but these have been particularly good so far. The laces also have a ridged design than prevents them from coming loose, and the top fabric of the shoe is so light it almost feels like you’re just wearing socks
| Shoe Category | Neutral |
| Experience | Speed |
| Surface | Road |
| Suits Foot Arch Type | Flat, Medium, High |
| Midsole Technology | DNA FLASH |
