Brooks Hyperion Men's Oyster MUSHROOM/BLACK Iris

These are hands down the best road running shoes I've tried in YEARS. They peppy, responsive, and absolutely act like super shoes for me (without having a carbon plate). They harken back to half/full marathon racers circa 2014ish and I am HERE FOR IT. Absolutely my favorite type of shoe and hard to find these days. I'm certain I will break some PRs in these shoes. Thank you for making these and please never change them!! In terms of sizing, they are TTS in terms of my typical running shoe size. I have a bit of a wider midfoot and these accommodate it nicely. They feel very secure but not too tight.

An amazing lightweight bright running shoe!

The Womens Hyperion GTS is a great shoe. It is very versatile as you can wear them for a workout or just out walking around for the day. The shoes are very comfortable to wear all day. The first thing I noticed about these shoes is their bright color. The pink glo is so bright and cheerful it makes me want to wear the shoe every day!! The bright pink with accents of bright green and black really pop and make people take notice of my shoes. I have received many compliments. The superiority of this shoe doesn't end with its visual appeal! This is the lightest running shoe I have ever owned. Once I put the shoe on, I hardly notice it's on because it is so light weight. It has a nice snug fit to my foot as well and definitely fits true to size. I love using these shoes ... MoreThe Womens Hyperion GTS is a great shoe. It is very versatile as you can wear them for a workout or just out walking around for the day. The shoes are very comfortable to wear all day. The first thing I noticed about these shoes is their bright color. The pink glo is so bright and cheerful it makes me want to wear the shoe every day!! The bright pink with accents of bright green and black really pop and make people take notice of my shoes. I have received many compliments. The superiority of this shoe doesn't end with its visual appeal! This is the lightest running shoe I have ever owned. Once I put the shoe on, I hardly notice it's on because it is so light weight. It has a nice snug fit to my foot as well and definitely fits true to size. I love using these shoes for running on the street or treadmill. They have good grip and make me feel like I can run faster because they are so light. I never feel like my feet are heavy when I'm running in these shoes. They also keep my feet cool as the entire upper part of the shoe is a mesh like material. This is definitely my favorite pair of running shoes between the color and the feel, it's an amazing shoe!

Cute colors but terrible shoe

I hate these shoes. I wore them for three days and hate them more each day. Because I've worn them multiple times, I don't think I can return them.Things particular to my feet that didn't work: the shoes pinch on the top of my foot and are loose at the heel. If you have wide feet at the top or narrow heels, these shoes won't work. Ordering a half-size up did not remedy the issue.Things particular to the design that don't work: the laces are so short you can barely double knot them. The shoes are not well-cushioned, so if you do a lot of walking, you're going to feel every contact your feet make with the pavement.

Faster but may not be better

The Hyperion did was claimed - that carbon fiber plate shaved almost 2 minutes from my normal jog. It could just be psychological, but I felt the transition was smoother. Perhaps that was how I got faster.But I felt more sore in my hip areas. This could very likely be overcome as I got more used to the shoes. However, I might also have put more stress on my hip joint areas, which I didn't want and tried to avoid.Coupled with the fact that these were more expensive than my Ghosts, I can only give it a 3-star rating.Comfort level was similar to my Ghosts

Great Shoe Overall for Daily Exercise

I am a casual runner and depending on the weather, I will either run outdoors or on my treadmill. When it comes to important qualities (to me) in a running/training shoe - the “heel rub”, the width of the toe and the weight of the shoe are all at the top of my list. The Hyperion shoe checks all three boxes. I find the sneaker to be a very comfortable weight for exercising. The toe area is a perfect width as to not squish my toes when running. Lastly, the heel of the shoe doesn’t seem to rub against me causing uncomfortable blisters (which is especially important when running for extended periods of time AND sweating profusely). The sneakers fit true to size. I’m a true size 8, received a size 8 and they fit absolutely perfect. My favorite part of this shoe is ... MoreI am a casual runner and depending on the weather, I will either run outdoors or on my treadmill. When it comes to important qualities (to me) in a running/training shoe - the “heel rub”, the width of the toe and the weight of the shoe are all at the top of my list. The Hyperion shoe checks all three boxes. I find the sneaker to be a very comfortable weight for exercising. The toe area is a perfect width as to not squish my toes when running. Lastly, the heel of the shoe doesn’t seem to rub against me causing uncomfortable blisters (which is especially important when running for extended periods of time AND sweating profusely). The sneakers fit true to size. I’m a true size 8, received a size 8 and they fit absolutely perfect. My favorite part of this shoe is definitely how they are so lightweight and not at all bulky. Is there anything worse than a bulky sneaker when exercising? Definitely not. I would 10/10 recommend this sneaker whether you’re an avid runner or just run for fun/exercise.

Great looks, high tech construction, firm sole

Things I like about the Hyperion GTSLook niceGood construction and build qualityHigh-tech shoelace materialLightweightThey look great and fit well, and they have a nice cushioning in the forefoot. However, I soon realized that they are not the best choice for me as a neutral roadrunner. The Brooks GTS line are stability shoes, which means they have a firmer midsole and a medial post to prevent over-pronation. This makes them more suitable for runners who need extra support and guidance in their gait. For me, they felt too rigid and uncomfortable, especially on longer runs. I think these shoes are good for people who have flat feet or low arches, or who tend to roll their ankles inward when running. But if you are a neutral runner like me, you might prefer a ... MoreThings I like about the Hyperion GTSLook niceGood construction and build qualityHigh-tech shoelace materialLightweightThey look great and fit well, and they have a nice cushioning in the forefoot. However, I soon realized that they are not the best choice for me as a neutral roadrunner. The Brooks GTS line are stability shoes, which means they have a firmer midsole and a medial post to prevent over-pronation. This makes them more suitable for runners who need extra support and guidance in their gait. For me, they felt too rigid and uncomfortable, especially on longer runs. I think these shoes are good for people who have flat feet or low arches, or who tend to roll their ankles inward when running. But if you are a neutral runner like me, you might prefer a bit more cushion and squish. I'm a roadrunner and I run 15 miles per week. The fabric is noticeably lighter than less expensive shoes I've used before.

M Hyperion GTS Not my favorite running shoe

These are middle of the road for me as far as running shoes go. I'll start with what I like and then go over what I don't care for.First, the pros. They're very light, as a running shoe should be. Plenty of ventilation as well. The design is a bit basic, but function should take precedence over aesthetics. The laces feel a bit cheap, but they don't come loose very easily, and that's a big plus for me.Now the cons. The main thing about these that I dislike, almost to the point I can't use them, is the shape of the sole. On the outer heel there is a slight unevenness that makes me feel like my ankle will roll with each step. If you get into the right groove while running it's fine, but if you step just the right way it feels too wonky to me. Also, going back to ... MoreThese are middle of the road for me as far as running shoes go. I'll start with what I like and then go over what I don't care for.First, the pros. They're very light, as a running shoe should be. Plenty of ventilation as well. The design is a bit basic, but function should take precedence over aesthetics. The laces feel a bit cheap, but they don't come loose very easily, and that's a big plus for me.Now the cons. The main thing about these that I dislike, almost to the point I can't use them, is the shape of the sole. On the outer heel there is a slight unevenness that makes me feel like my ankle will roll with each step. If you get into the right groove while running it's fine, but if you step just the right way it feels too wonky to me. Also, going back to the design, it's a bit basic. I would've liked a pop of color or a different pattern to help them stand out just a little bit. These look pretty generic.Overall they're fine, not terrible but I'm just a little too worried about the uneven heel that I don't want to take the chance with them. I might give them a little more time to break in and see how they do, but my initial impression isn't very good.

More shoe than meets the eye.

The Hyperion GTS is definitely not a shoe to be slept on. Initially, I intended to wear them solely as a running shoe. After a few short sessions I realized I could easy wear these to the office as they were both super comfortable and fashionable. When wearing them outside under the sun they have a really cool sheen that isn’t too over the top. In office it’s more subtle, and works well with shorts or jeans. I will say that at first I was a bit worried about the fit because of how snug they were. After a little walking around I realized that my concern was without merit. Despite the low profile and light weight design, my feet felt well supported and connected with each stride. The support on the outer ankle kept me confident while jogging on crushed limestone and ... MoreThe Hyperion GTS is definitely not a shoe to be slept on. Initially, I intended to wear them solely as a running shoe. After a few short sessions I realized I could easy wear these to the office as they were both super comfortable and fashionable. When wearing them outside under the sun they have a really cool sheen that isn’t too over the top. In office it’s more subtle, and works well with shorts or jeans. I will say that at first I was a bit worried about the fit because of how snug they were. After a little walking around I realized that my concern was without merit. Despite the low profile and light weight design, my feet felt well supported and connected with each stride. The support on the outer ankle kept me confident while jogging on crushed limestone and the fabric kept me from sweating too much during sprints. If I had to reach for a negative it would be that I can’t just slip these shoes on. Given the type of shoe it is though, it makes sense. It’s meant to form around your feet and keep you planted, a slip-on shoe can’t give you that at the level these shoes are designed to deliver. Honestly, I love these shoes and out of the 10 pairs that I rotate through for various occasions, these will be in the my top 3.

My new go to shoe!!

I LOVE these shoes!! I am training for a triathlon right now and using the shoes for running and biking (as I don’t use clip in shoes). I am a nurse and have also used them for 12 hour shifts, which include a lot of walking. I love the color; it reminds me of watermelons and super bright and fun. I also love how cushioned, lightweight, and breathable they are. My feet don’t get super sweaty in the Alabama heat of summer. I also love that the tongue of the shoe is attached (I will post a picture to demonstrate.) This keeps the tongue from sliding around while cross training and while putting shoe on. The only downside I’ve seen so far is the shoe is easy to stain. I got mud on the right shoe and I cleaned it off, yet you can still see the spot. It’s not super ... MoreI LOVE these shoes!! I am training for a triathlon right now and using the shoes for running and biking (as I don’t use clip in shoes). I am a nurse and have also used them for 12 hour shifts, which include a lot of walking. I love the color; it reminds me of watermelons and super bright and fun. I also love how cushioned, lightweight, and breathable they are. My feet don’t get super sweaty in the Alabama heat of summer. I also love that the tongue of the shoe is attached (I will post a picture to demonstrate.) This keeps the tongue from sliding around while cross training and while putting shoe on. The only downside I’ve seen so far is the shoe is easy to stain. I got mud on the right shoe and I cleaned it off, yet you can still see the spot. It’s not super noticeable, so I’m not upset about it. I’m not sure if it’s just the color or the fabric, I also haven’t tried to fully wash yet. I’m hopeful that they will stay cushioned and comfortable for long miles, but the longest I’ve used them for so far is 5 miles and I’m in love! Overall, I have found my new go to shoes. Love, love, love!!!

Stable without the weight!

I’ve been a loyal Brooks customer for my running shoes for years, but needing stability in my running shoes, I’ve never tried out any of their faster/performance shoes in the past for fear that they wouldn’t be supportive enough. I also run SLOW and only non-competitively, so I never thought I needed anything but a nice, cushy, soft stability shoe. But now, Brooks has proved me wrong, and I’m pretty pumped about it. Out of the box, these are quite different from the shoes that I normally buy. The upper is very sleek and minimal, with only the barest hint of cushioning along the ankle and heel. The heel counter flares out a little at the top, which had me worried that this was not going to grip onto my heel, and that I would have to lace lock the sneakers. I needn’t ... MoreI’ve been a loyal Brooks customer for my running shoes for years, but needing stability in my running shoes, I’ve never tried out any of their faster/performance shoes in the past for fear that they wouldn’t be supportive enough. I also run SLOW and only non-competitively, so I never thought I needed anything but a nice, cushy, soft stability shoe. But now, Brooks has proved me wrong, and I’m pretty pumped about it. Out of the box, these are quite different from the shoes that I normally buy. The upper is very sleek and minimal, with only the barest hint of cushioning along the ankle and heel. The heel counter flares out a little at the top, which had me worried that this was not going to grip onto my heel, and that I would have to lace lock the sneakers. I needn’t have worried at all, this shoe fit perfectly right out of the box. It’s true to size when compared with other Brooks shoes that I have used, perhaps even slightly wider in the forefoot and more narrow in the heel than what I am used to, which meant that these actually fit better with less foot slipping then my other running shoes without any need for breaking in. There was no rubbing at all on my baby toe, which I often experience in other running shoes before breaking them in. The most obvious difference between these and other running shoes I’ve worn is the weight, or lack thereof. They are super light on my feet, and really feel like I’m almost wearing nothing in the best possible way. I had been concerned that being so used to cushiony shoes trying a lightweight speed shoe would feel too stiff or hard on my feet/joints, but again, Brooks just keeps proving me wrong. While it is noticeable that I am closer to the road, I found these just as comfortable both for running and an entire day’s walking as my other shoes, with the added bonus that my feet didn’t sweat nearly as much. The support was really there, too, keeping my pronating feet in line even at the end of a tiring day on my feet (not what the shoes are for, but I did it anyway because I love the look!). The laces stayed tied nicely, though I would have loved for them to be a couple inches longer for an easier tie (and I’m glad I didn’t have to lace lock, they might have been too short for me if I had). Normally I like to write a more balanced review with pros and cons, but I have so few complaints about this shoe that I’m struggling to think of any cons. I can’t say this shoe made me any faster, because I am never fast, but it did feel like a real treat to drop some of the shoe weight I’m used to, like how you feel lighter after taking off a backpack you’ve been carrying a while. The fit is great, the stability is there, the weight is not, and I love the hot pink color to boot. This is the lightweight shoe that I never knew I needed, but will be likely be my go-to running shoe from now on.