The Brooks Hyperion Elite 4 is a marathon racing shoe released in 2024. It's one of the few top-tier racers that doesn't use a PEBA-based foam. Instead, this version features a new supercritical EVA and TPEE blend called DNA Flash v2. It has an ultra-minimal upper and tongue, reminiscent of a track spike. With its firm foam and a carbon fiber plate positioned close to the foot, the ride isn't particularly comfortable—especially over longer periods. Following considerable negative feedback about the non-PEBA foam, Brooks updated the midsole in the Hyperion Elite 4 PB to a PEBA-based version.

Category

Race Day

Release Date

February 2024

Plated?

Yes

Type of Plate

Full carbon plate

Foam

Brooks DNA Flash V2

Foam Compound

EVA/TPEE

Ride

Firm and Responsive

Heel Stack (mm)

40.0

Forefoot Stack (mm)

32.0

Drop (mm)

8

Weight (mens size 9)

7.8

Support

Neutral

Fit

True to size