Hyperion Max 3 Running Shoe (Women)

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have only used them for a couple of runs, including two 14 milers. It took a mile or two for my foot to settle in and get comfortable with my gait. I am a heel striker transitioning to a midfoot, once my foot figured out how to do that in this shoe, we were good to go. My legs were not so tired after my longer runs. I will mention that because the shoe is breathable, I had to wear a slightly heavier sock because it is very cold here, but I can see them being perfect in warmer weather.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a new runner with a lot of arthritis, these shoes have helped me level up with joy and without discomfort. The combination of a plate and high stacking are just what I need. I also prefer the sock like upper quite a bit. With true flat feet, my midsole is different and the way these tie (and the “tongue” lies) is very comfortable and secure. Truly love these shoes!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Adds a great spring to your step to increase pacing. Not as cushioned as I'd like. My feet went numb in my first few runs breaking them in which was pretty uncomfortable. I also live in a colder area so the mesh on top exposes your feet and lets air move, which is nice on warm days and miserable on chilly days. I'm worried about the longevity due to the lack of cushion, but so far they're pretty good!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Hands down (and toes down) my new favorite shoes. I’ve shaved almost two minutes off my average mile time (at baseline I’m a slow below average runner but still). I have mild plantaflexor spasticity and I think these plated shoes have helped to decrease my energy expenditure per step so I’m able to go further and faster. I had seen reviews that I might need to modify my socks to accommodate for the narrower fit while I stretched the shoes out, but I’ve worn my typical bombas/feetures/hanes crew socks without issue. Even my old ghosts had at least a two week break in period due to the increased shearing I experience on the ball of my left foot, but I’ve gone on several runs in my hyperions with no foot pain/blisters/numbness/tingling. If anything, I feel a very slight increase in medio lateral instability when going over thresholds/uneven surfaces potentially due to to plate and foam placement but it’s negligible. I like the padding placement and the stretchy heel loop for ease of application. Interested to see how the sole holds up over time especially on the L medial forefoot where my pressure is largely focused. Can’t wait to put some miles on them!