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Hyperion 3vsGlideride Max 2
The Hyperion 3 and Glideride Max 2 are both daily trainer shoes built for road running. The Hyperion 3 retails for $140 while the Glideride Max 2 comes in at $170 — a $30 difference. The Hyperion 3 is the lighter shoe at 8.6 oz versus 9.2 oz for the Glideride Max 2. In our ratings, the Hyperion 3 edges out the Glideride Max 2 — 9.1/10 versus 8.7/10.
| Rating | 9.1 / 10✓ | 8.7 / 10 | |
| Price | $140✓ | $170 | |
| Weight | 8.6 oz✓ | 9.2 oz | |
| Category | Daily Trainer | Daily Trainer | |
| Terrain | Road | Road | |
| Cushion | Medium | High | |
| Softness | Firm | Balanced | |
| Drop | Medium | Medium | |
| Drop (mm) | 8 mm | 6 mm | |
| Stack | 36 mm | 46 mm | |
| Stability | Neutral | Neutral | |
| Fit | Medium | Medium | |
| Energy Return | Medium✓ | Low | |
| Breathability | Breathable✓ | Medium | |
| Traction | Low | High✓ | |
| Shock Absorption | Medium | Medium | |
| Durability | Good✓ | Decent |
