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Brooks Hyperion Max 2 vs Brooks Glycerin Max
Side-by-Side Comparison
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Brooks Hyperion Max 2
Brooks Glycerin Max
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Heel-To-Toe Drop6.9 mm
PlatePlastic
Heel-To-Toe Drop5.3 mm
PlateNone
Variants
- Hyperion Max 2 (Men - US 9) (Crystal Seas/Diva Pink/Black)
- Glycerin Max (Men - US 9) (Grey/Black/Nightlife)
Our Verdict
Brooks Hyperion Max 2
Brooks Glycerin Max
Despite sharing a 'max' moniker, the Brooks Glycerin Max and the Brooks Hyperion Max 2 are quite different models. The Glycerin Max is a maximalist high-stack daily trainer, while the Hyperion Max 2 is a plated super trainer. The Hyperion Max 2 is notably lighter, with a lower stack height that delivers a more stable and responsive ride that's better for training at faster paces. By contrast, the Glycerin Max offers more cushioning but lacks the bounciness needed for uptempo runs, making it a better fit for easier miles and recovery runs.
Main Differences forMarathon Racing
Marathon Racing
Threshold
Marathon Racing
6.9
4.0
Forefoot Energy Return
7.1
1.7
Plate
Plastic
None
Heel Energy Return
7.1
2.3
Weight
5.8
4.1
Full Comparison
Design
Weight
5.8
4.1
Right Shoe Weight Photo
Left Shoe Weight Photo
Weight
263.7 g (9.30 oz)
304.9 g (10.75 oz)
Stack Heights
Stack Height Photo
Heel Stack Height
36.7 mm
47.4 mm
Forefoot Stack Height
29.8 mm
42.1 mm
Heel-To-Toe Drop
6.9 mm
5.3 mm
Advertised Heel-To-Toe Drop
6.0 mm
6.0 mm
External Shape
3D Model Full Shoe
Outsole Heel Width
82 mm (3.2")
88 mm (3.5")
Outsole Arch Width
72 mm (2.8")
85 mm (3.3")
Outsole Forefoot Width
112 mm (4.4")
114 mm (4.5")
Internal Shape
3D Model Internal
Internal Length
273 mm (10.7")
275 mm (10.8")
Internal Heel Width
61 mm (2.4")
66 mm (2.6")
Internal Forefoot Width
91 mm (3.6")
94 mm (3.7")
Other Features
Other Features Photo
Tongue Gusset Type
Semi-gusseted
Non-gusseted
Plate
Plastic
None
Performance
Heel Energy Return
7.1
2.3
Heel Compression Video
Heel Energy Return
Heel Energy Return
81.3%
73.7%
Forefoot Energy Return
7.1
1.7
Forefoot Compression Video
Forefoot Energy Return
Forefoot Energy Return
81.3%
72.8%
Heel Cushioning
7.3
7.6
Heel Cushioning Picture
Heel Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
1.05 J
1.09 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
3.66 J
3.80 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
6.43 J
7.21 J
Forefoot Cushioning
6.6
7.8
Forefoot Cushioning Picture
Forefoot Cushioning
Energy Absorbed At 300N
0.85 J
0.94 J
Energy Absorbed At 600N
2.58 J
2.91 J
Energy Absorbed At 900N
4.62 J
5.56 J
Heel Firmness
6.5
5.6
Heel Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
42.5 N/mm
39.8 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
51.4 N/mm
49.3 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
81.7 N/mm
66.5 N/mm
Forefoot Firmness
8.8
7.8
Forefoot Firmness
Average Firmness 0 To 300N
50.3 N/mm
45.0 N/mm
Average Firmness 300 To 600N
78.0 N/mm
67.8 N/mm
Average Firmness 600 To 900N
110.4 N/mm
85.9 N/mm
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