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Hyperion Max 3 Running Trainers

Product code: T129012T

About this style

The Hyperion Max 3 running trainers by Brooks are a smart choice for track work and hard surfaces. They're made in a lace-up style, with a Lockdown fit so your footwear stays securely in place. DNA GOLD cushioning soaks up shocks and impacts, while a SpeedVault Plate and a RapidRoll rocker help propel you forward.

Details & care

Fit and style

Standard fit

Lace up fastening

Best For: Road running

Cushioning: Light and Responsive

Support: Neutral

Weight: 9.90z/280.7g

Midsole Drop: 6mm

Composition

Upper - Other materials, Lining - Textiles, Sole - Textiles other materials

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Reviews (125)

4.3

2% Recommended this product

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06 August 2026ChaseK

Comfortable

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Favorite daily trainer. Comfortable and does a good job saving the legs . I like the sock like upper . Good for mellow long runs and temp efforts as well

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05 August 2026BrianS

Jury out, but it’s starting off as a fine Star win!

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been running three years now, (I didn’t start till I was in my 50’s, so keep that in mind) and while I don’t plan on a marathon, I run my pup everyday I can, which is frequently everyday, about 3.5-4 miles. Anyway, I am considering a half marathon in the next couple of years, and so I am trying to get some longer runs in as well adding some speed to my runs. I tried a mildly plated shoe (saucony) last year, and I liked the way they felt underfoot, but I couldn’t handle the way the shoestrings bit into my upper foot, and trying a different tying scheme didn’t help. These were on a significant sale and I figured the extra stack height could make them more comfortable on longer runs. Bottom line - after about 5 shorter runs, these are not my favorites, but they are working up. The max cushion means these aren’t going to be super speed shoes, but my joints appreciate the padding. If you want a gentle step into a slightly faster shoe (glycerin’s are still my favorite), give these a try!

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05 August 2026JeremyR

Firm high stack and fast mover

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super nice fit! Pretty comfortable. It is a bit firm for a Max cushion shoe. If you are looking for a faster high stack shoe this is a great option. If you are looking for soft and squishy for long runs this might not be your jam.

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01 August 2026MATTHEWB

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love these shoes for tempo or any faster paced runs. Fit is perfect.

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30 July 2026Harish

Toe box is too narrow.

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

The toe box is too narrow. I did not like this shoe. It hurts the big toe.

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27 July 2026WesleyM

Hyperion Max 3

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These are great shoes. Honestly my favorites part of the shoes are the laces. They does not twist up easily.

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27 July 2026LennyK

Great to start, didn't last long, unfortunately.

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

These shoes were great for about the first 150 miles, ran the Pittsburgh Marathon in them and felt great. Unfortunately at about 150 miles the left shoe seemed like it got a flat and it started pushing me into more pronation and started wearing the back of the shoe awkwardly towards the outer portion of it, which led to blistering. Not fun.

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26 July 2026BobbyBoucher

Fast, fun ride

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased the men’s PYNRS x Hyperion Max 3 when it was in stock. I’ve been running in this shoe from January 2026 til now periodically, logged 151 miles so far. Honestly, I’ve loved it. I look forward to my runs in this shoe, legs feel great and I’ll use these for 10-13 mile runs. My pace has typically been 30 seconds faster (sometimes faster!) and I know it will be an easier run. I typically wear a wide shoe however I’ve had no discomfort with this shoe in the standard sizing at my typical size. Happy Running!

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26 July 2026BrianD

Hyperion Max 3 Great stable light shoe with lots of cushion

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m actually on my 2nd pair. Great training and racing shoe. I love the cushioning and tight upper fit. Light and responsive.

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25 July 2026JohnK

Great trainer with a plastic plate

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great shoe, recommend if you have wide feet get a half size up

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11 July 2026DavidL

Happy Father’s Day to me.

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like the structure and the color way of the shoe, nice, However, the way the shoe squeezes the top of my foot, to the point that I can’t complete my run without having to stop every 10-15 steps because of PAIN is unacceptable. I’ve gone from an 11:13 mile to a 17+ mile. No matter how loose I tie them, regular, heel lock, NO tie at all, there’s no avoiding the serious fatigue generated by running in these shoes. I think These were my first pair of brooks ever, and on top of that they were a Father’s Day gift from my wife! Disappointed, I’ve already started the return process. Thanks brooks. I think I’ll save up and go back to Nike. :)

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10 July 2026DominicA

Running in heels

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

Worst running shoes ever! Felt like I ran in stiletto heels! The shoe is too unforgiving and hurt my feet. Took it for a 10k run and wanted to rip the shoes off after mile 3

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05 July 2026rosiem

the best!

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] hyperion max are my favorite running shoes! very comfortable

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01 July 2026MichaelS

Excellent Shoe!

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really enjoyed running in the Hyperion Max 1, but didn't like the feel of the Max 2. However, the Max 3 has a wider toe box and adds a nice little spring in my step (even more than the Max 1). Once you get your pace going, they really help you float on by. They help keep my stride balanced and stable with my old runner knees. Very comfortable. I tried running without my arch supports and they still did the trick! No issues (maybe even more comfortable). It takes a few strides to get used to the feel, but once you get your cadence, they react well with you and the pavement. They are not made for walking, and have motivated me this last month to ramp it up!

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30 June 2026MiguelG

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very cushioned. So far no issues running on the sidewalk. I wish they had more primary colors I have the super bright yellow ones so at least at night I’m visible

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29 June 2026RussellS

Nice daily trainer, tongue could be better.

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Max 3 is a nice daily trainer. The 3 is much better than the 2. The only issue I’ve had is the tongue can cause some irritation when wearing zero profile socks.

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23 June 2026RodneyM

Love these

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love running in these. This is my second pair and I only wear Hyperion max now for all my runs.

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21 June 2026JohnyFitz

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Well we're in June and today I learned what lace bite is. So I was attempting a sub 4hr marathon in nyc last year when around mile 18 I felt the sharpest pain on both the very mid top of my foot. I was wearing the pynrs hyperion max 3. When I loosened the laces it was still and unmanageable pain. My marathon went from a 3:56 to a painful 4:34. Thats just to let you know how hurt I was from this shoe. I returned them days later. I have never returned a brooks shoe before. But since they came out with the Hyperion max 4 I figured I let anyone trying to buy this shoe on sale beware.

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15 June 2026JD
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Mean Green

Originally posted on The Sports Edit

Yes, I recommend this

Comfortable, superb ride and cushioning, great foot-hugging feel and the highlighter green look is amazing. All-around great shoe. Highly recommend.

Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Excellent

How did it fit?

A bit small

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Reviewer Ratings

Quality

Excellent

How did it fit?

A bit small

11 June 2026JoshuaG

Beautiful shoe, just wrong for me

Originally posted on brooksrunning.com

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The shoe looks great but fits a bit snug in the toe box for my right foot (sigh). They are light, springy, the tongue design and laces work great together but unfortunately my three 5-mile runs have revealed that these are not the shoe for me since one foot feels great and the other doing the Morton’s neuroma thing

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