Brooks Hyperion Max 4 First Run Review: A cushioned cruiser or a super-trainer?

The Brooks Hyperion Max 4 is a max-stack super-trainer that uses a blend of foams and a nylon plate. It’s billed as a fast training shoe, but comes in a lot heavier than most plated rivals, and after one run in the shoe Nick isn’t exactly sure where it’s main strengths lie. Here’s our first look at the Brooks Hyperion Max 4.

00:00​​​​ - Intro
00:13 - Design & Key Stats
02:11 - How’s The Fit?
03:17 - First Run
06:33 - Early Verdict

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