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Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 brings race-day speed and record-breaking potential

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By Clément Laborieux

Published on Wed, September 3, 2025

Updated on Thu, September 10, 2026

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Brooks Hyperion Elite 5 brings race-day speed and record-breaking potential
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Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.

Built for performance

The formula stays true to what made the range successful: a 100% PEBA DNA GOLD midsole infused with nitrogen and described by Brooks as its most responsive foam yet. The material delivers maximum energy return while reducing muscular impact, helping runners hold fast paces for longer and recover more effectively. Anthony Frontera, the French elite athlete sponsored by the brand, is already a fan: “The new foam helps me recover faster after hard sessions. It reduces muscular impact, workout after workout. DNA GOLD technology really changes the game.”

Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Photo credit
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks

The major update also lies in the shoe’s geometry and design: a redesigned rocker, innovative cutouts in the midsole and an updated upper that strips away every unnecessary gram. The result is a shoe weighing just 198 grams (10 grams less than its predecessor), making it one of the lightest on the market. It keeps the runner closely connected to the ground for a smoother, more explosive stride. Because the foam compresses and rebounds more, the shoe delivers an impressive energy return, a key advantage for anyone chasing a faster time.

To push the pace even further, a SpeedVault+ carbon plate sits in the midsole, sandwiched between two layers of DNA Gold foam. Made from Arris carbon fiber, the plate runs the full length of the shoe, providing the stiffness needed for a more dynamic stride and stronger propulsion.

Lightweight comfort, no compromises

With 40 mm of heel stack height (the limit set by World Athletics) and an 8 mm drop, the Hyperion Elite 5 stays within the regulations while offering experienced runners a well-judged balance of cushioning and responsiveness. The addition of more DNA GOLD foam, made possible by a thinner outsole, boosts both response and cushioning, creating a strong balance between speed and comfort.

For breathability and comfort, Brooks has developed a lighter upper that delivers a highly comfortable fit. With its TPU construction and minimalist tongue, the foot and the shoe feel like one.

Another major change is that Brooks expanded its testing pool. The Hyperion Elite 5 is not reserved for elite athletes. Far from it. It was also designed around a wide range of runners with different stride patterns. Heel strikers should find plenty of support and stability in this model, opening the door to a broader audience looking for a versatile, approachable carbon-plated shoe that is still built to race.

Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks

A serious contender among supershoes

At €275, the Hyperion Elite 5 sits firmly in the premium supershoe category. But with its low weight, impressive energy return and highly secure fit, it looks like a serious option for race day. Faster, more versatile and more approachable in its ride than some rival models, it is already shaping up as one of 2025’s standout racers.

The Hyperion Elite 5 is the ideal shoe for your fastest paces. Its DNA GOLD foam midsole delivers excellent energy return
while reducing muscular fatigue. That balance of speed and comfort
puts the Hyperion Elite 5 among the best options in its category. 

Andy, tester at Meta Endurance

Who is it for?

The Hyperion Elite 5 is Brooks’ highest-performance shoe. It is the one to save for key workouts and race day. It should suit a broad range of runners, from marathoners looking for stability to versatile runners aiming to perform over shorter distances.

➜ For runners chasing a personal best, from 5K to marathon.

➜ For runners looking for a carbon-plated shoe with a touch of stability.

➜ For heel strikers who want protection and smooth transitions.

➜ For runners who want a comfortable, responsive racing shoe.

➜ For Brooks fans who loved their experience with the Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 PB.

Specifications

  • Foam: 100% PEBA DNA GOLD

  • TPU upper

  • SpeedVault+ carbon plate

  • Recommended use: racing, from 5K to marathon

  • Weight: 198 g

  • Drop: 8 mm (40/32 mm)

  • Price: €275

Where does the Hyperion Elite 5 fit in the Brooks lineup?

With Brooks, there is a shoe for every runner. The Hyperion Elite 5 adds to an already well-stocked Brooks rotation:

➜ Hyperion Elite 5 : the carbon racer built for competition and record chasing.
➜ Hyperion 3 : lightweight and unplated, perfect for fast track sessions.
➜ Hyperion Max 3 : the ideal balance of speed and protection, designed for high mileage, daily running, long runs and demanding workouts.
➜ Glycerin 22 or Ghost 17 : ideal daily trainers for easy aerobic runs and everyday training.
➜ Glycerin Max : the go-to model for runners who want maximum comfort and cushioning.

Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks
Brooks is making a serious statement with the launch of its all-new Hyperion Elite 5. Positioned as the direct evolution of the highly capable Hyperion Elite 4 PB, this carbon-plated racer promises to be faster, lighter and more explosive. Built for marathons and half marathons, as well as 5K and 10K races, it represents the American brand’s top-tier competition shoe.© Brooks

With the Hyperion Elite 5, Brooks continues to strengthen its position in running. Lighter, more dynamic and designed for a broad range of runners, it delivers everything you want from a performance racing shoe. Its proven technologies, inherited from the previous model, and sub-200-gram weight make it a serious challenger to established models such as the Asics Metaspeed Sky and Adidas Adios Pro. In short, if you are looking for a carbon-plated shoe for your next personal best, the Hyperion Elite 5 deserves a place on your feet at the starting line.

✔ Available for €275, the Hyperion Elite 5 can be found on the official Brooks website.