Brooks Hyperion Elite 6 Unisex Vaporous Grey/Yellow/Black

Brooks Hyperion Elite 6The Hyperion Elite 6 is Brooks' flagship carbon racing shoe, built for runners chasing their best times from the half marathon up to the full marathon. A full-length SpeedVault+ carbon fibre plate sits inside a 100% PEBA DNA Gold midsole, pairing an extremely stiff, propulsive platform with Brooks' lightest, most responsive foam.This sixth generation widens the midfoot from the notoriously narrow-fitting Elite 5, while keeping the large heel bevel and forward-shifted RapidRoll rocker that drive the smooth heel-to-toe transition. A seamless, TPU-pressed upper with silicone lace-sheaths shaves weight and keeps the fit locked down without a bulky tongue, and a high-grip rubber outsole holds traction through wet or dry turns.Ideal for experienced racers who want a stiff, locked-in platform for marathon-pace efforts and race day itself, rather than an everyday trainer.Why You Will Love It 100% PEBA DNA Gold midsole delivers Brooks' lightest, highest energy-return cushioning. Full-length SpeedVault+ carbon plate adds serious stiffness and propulsion late in a race. Wider midfoot than the Elite 5 for a more accommodating race fit. Large heel bevel and forward RapidRoll rocker smooth out the transition into a rigid forefoot. Seamless, TPU-pressed upper with silicone lace-sheaths keeps weight down and the fit dialled in. Technical Specifications Runner profile Elite race platform, very stiff, forefoot-rockered Category Road Support Neutral Cushioning Mid Cushion, firm and plate-driven Midsole 100% PEBA (DNA Gold) Plate Full-length carbon fibre (SpeedVault+) Upper Seamless TPU-pressed mesh with silicone lace-sheaths Outsole High-grip rubber (exposed midsole through the midfoot) Stack height 40mm heel / 33mm forefoot Heel to toe drop 7mm Weight 192g Best for Half marathon to marathon racing Staff PicksChiara recommendsThis is not a shoe I'd reach for on an easy day — it's stiff enough that you feel every bit of that carbon plate at slower paces. But locked into marathon pace or faster, it's one of the most propulsive rides I've tried; the wider midfoot on this version finally fits my foot properly too.