Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure

The Run Testers considers the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure at the sale price one of the best shoes on the market for shorter races for runners who do not race marathons.

The Run Testers finds that at around £150–£160 the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure becomes a very compelling option; at full price they would go for a carbon shoe offering more cushioning range for the marathon.

The Run Testers finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has a really impressive springy foam.

The Run Testers observes that although the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is very expensive, Mizuno's carbon shoes tend to go on discount regularly in the UK.

The Run Testers observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has a fairly minimal stack height.

The Run Testers observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has lines of rubber on the bottom and finds the grip pretty good.

The Run Testers recommends the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure for 5K and 10K races.

The Run Testers would go for the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure for any distance, even a marathon.

EDDBUD notes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure uses a PEBA midsole material and speculates Mizuno stuck with that to make the shoe more responsive than some ATPU materials.

EDDBUD says the $300 price is kind of where it needs to be.

EDDBUD states the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has an eye-watering $300 price, about £225 in the UK.

EDDBUD expresses surprise that Mizuno opted for a sub-40 mm heel stack (34.5 mm) on a lightweight shoe, having expected a maxed-out 40 mm heel similar to the Metaspeed Sky and Adios Pro Evo 2.

EDDBUD finds it an odd choice for Mizuno to use Pebax-based foam when competitors are using ATPU foams, which he believes deliver more over time and are much lighter.

EDDBUD finds the Mizuno Prototype Pure to be "something of a marvel" because its sample size weighs only 137 g (4.8 oz).

EDDBUD notes that the Mizuno Prototype Pure uses nitrogen-infused Pebax-based foam, which he speculates is similar to foam used by Puma and other brands.

EDDBUD observes that the Mizuno Prototype Pure has a heel stack of approximately 34.5 mm and a 3.5 mm drop.

EDDBUD speculates the Mizuno Prototype Pure will launch around the start of December at a price of at least £220–£230 in the UK, noting the current most expensive Mizuno shoe (Wave Rebellion Pro 3) is about £210.

Doctors of Running finds that the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure feels a lot like the Pro except it is lighter and even more responsive, but it is still very medially biased.

Doctors of Running states that if she had to choose a Mizuno shoe to race in, it would be the Pure because it is lighter and more responsive than the Pro.

Doctors of Running finds the Pure feels like a traditional racing flat with a little more pop from new foams.

Doctors of Running finds the Pure is not super rockered; if you want rocker, the Pure is not that.

Doctors of Running finds the Pure runs pretty stable for being as light as it is, but it is very neutral.

Doctors of Running finds the Pure's geometry is more flat, reminding them of traditional racing flats with nicer materials.

Doctors of Running finds the Pure's geometry is not too crazy and it feels decently stable underfoot.

Doctors of Running finds the Pure's width is pretty normal to slightly snug through the heel and midfoot, but the forefoot is pretty wide, especially for a racing shoe.

Doctors of Running is very impressed by the Pure; it is super lightweight on foot.

Doctors of Running likes the Pure's forefoot — very wide underfoot with sole flaring, providing a predictable, solid toe-off.

Doctors of Running likes the Pure's wide forefoot.

Doctors of Running observes the Pure is very lightweight on foot.

Doctors of Running observes the Pure's new unnamed midsole foam is very bouncy and on the softer side, but not super compliant — more resilient, holding its structure when you land into it.

Doctors of Running observes the Pure's upper lockdown is really good, with no issues with slippage or heel translation; lockdown is solid.

Doctors of Running speculates the Pure could easily be used for a 5K but does not know if they would love it for a half marathon or marathon; they might opt for the Pro or Elite for longer distances.

Doctors of Running states retail price for the prototype Pure is $300.

Doctors of Running states the Pure has a full Pebax midsole, 34 mm of stack height, is sub-5 oz (4.9 oz), and is plated.

Doctors of Running thinks the Pure could easily be a 5K/10K racing shoe on the track and you could rip it about as fast as you want to go.

Doctors of Running thinks the Pure leans more towards 5K and 10K, but for the right person they could take it longer.

The Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has a dual layer of Mizuno Energy XP midsole foam (PEBA-based) with a 3D carbon plate running all the way through, per the reviewer.

The FOD Runner appreciates the even lighter weight of the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure compared to the Hyperwarp Elite; it feels like 'barely anything on your feet at all.'

The FOD Runner considers the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure 'definitely very much a 5K and 10K shoe.'

The FOD Runner considers the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure a top-tier shoe alongside the Puma Fast-Star 3 and the Li-Ning Feidian 6.

The FOD Runner describes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure as a 'real contender for shoe of the year.'

The FOD Runner describes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure's midsole foam as having 'the full shebang' — softness, bounce, and responsiveness — and calls it 'spectacular.'

The FOD Runner describes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure's upper as a monofilament woven material, super lightweight, super breathable, very flexible, with little structure.

The FOD Runner explains they had to make a cut in the toe area of their left foot on the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure because their left foot is half a size bigger than the right, and no bigger size is available.

The FOD Runner finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure 'absolutely spectacular.'

The FOD Runner finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure's grip 'great' and reports no issues on dry, dusty fire track trails or dry concrete, including downhills and uphills.

The FOD Runner finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure's upper comfortable on top for such a lightweight shoe.

The FOD Runner identifies the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure as the second lightest shoe they have ever run in, by only 4 grams.

The FOD Runner measured their UK size 13 Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure at 179 grams (6.2 oz).

The FOD Runner notes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is 4 grams heavier than the Nike Streakfly 2.

The FOD Runner observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has good cushioning around the heel area, so the heel will not get shredded despite the light package.

The FOD Runner observes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has a slightly wider platform than some other shoes, which contributes to stability.

The FOD Runner praises the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure as 'even better' than the Mizuno Hyperwarp Elite, which they considered one of the best shoes they tried this year.

The FOD Runner recommends sizing up half a size in the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure.

The FOD Runner recommends the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure for 5K and 10K runners.

Sagasu Running observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is an ultra-lightweight elite-level super shoe.

Sagasu Running recommends the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure as the fast/racer in a Mizuno two-shoe rotation, specifically the Pure because they find it is the most pure and most exciting of the Hyperwarp series.

Sagasu Running observes that the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is around 120 grams.

Sagasu Running places Mizuno's Hyper Warp Pure in the same conversation as evolutionary next-gen super shoes, alongside the Evo 3 and the Metaspeed Ray.

Sagasu Running finds that when flexing the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure, the DNA of having a firmer midfoot (what the old Wave plates did) combined with a softer heel and a softer forefoot is noticeable, especially with the softer, more airy foam.

Sagasu Running observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure uses the brand's Mizuno Energy XP foam; for the Pure specifically, it is a new version, a super-critical Peba foam, with both the top and bottom layers being that super-critical Pebax foam.

Sagasu Running speculates that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure should deliver stability, a pop up onto the toe, and a snap off the toe via a softer plate, resulting in a smooth, natural, aggressive shorter-distance racer.

RadDadBodTV finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure to be a lower-stack version that is a little bit firmer and provides ground feel and explosiveness.

RadDadBodTV observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is an exception to the trend of top-tier racing foams moving away from PEBA, noting it uses a PEBA foam.

RadDadBodTV observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is focused on getting as light as possible, and speculates that PEBA allowed Mizuno to achieve that low weight while maintaining responsiveness.

RadDadBodTV speculates that using PEBA foam may be part of the trade-off to achieve lighter weight compared to APPU or TPEE.

RadDadBodTV states that they personally cannot run a full marathon in the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure because it just doesn't work for them.

RadDadBodTV observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has a lower stack, which the reviewer finds interesting.

RadDadBodTV observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is crazy light.

RadDadBodTV states that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is made of full PEA.

Manufacturer specifications: Mizuno lists stack height as 33 mm heel, 29.5 mm forefoot, for a 3.5 mm drop.

Mizuno prices the Hyperwarp Pure at $300.

RadDadBodTV attributes that Mizuno told him they tested foams with athletes without revealing the midsole material, and could not get any other foam this light while maintaining responsiveness and other factors; PEBA tested very positively.

RadDadBodTV finds $300 steep if the shoe is used for anything other than a marathon.

RadDadBodTV finds the Hyperwarp Pure at this weight probably has the most robust upper while maintaining crazy breathability and lightweight feel.

RadDadBodTV finds the PEBA foam soft; the shoe does not feel harsh on foot and does not feel like it has a plate.

RadDadBodTV finds the shoe fairly stable overall despite being low to the ground, soft, and fast.

RadDadBodTV finds the shoe fits maybe a little bit short; his sizing felt fine lengthwise up to 15 miles, but he suggests considering half sizing up.

RadDadBodTV finds the upper really comfortable and the lockdown really nice, with a snugger heel and midfoot — no concern of movement.

RadDadBodTV measured the Hyperwarp Pure at 4.9 oz (129 g).

RadDadBodTV notes Mizuno's pinnacle race shoe is a lower-stack racing shoe while everyone else goes higher.

RadDadBodTV observes the outsole has G3 rubber in a lattice pattern and is very grippy, performing fine on icy roads and sounding loud/suctions on LVP flooring.

RadDadBodTV observes the stack is lower than the large majority of super shoes on the market.

RadDadBodTV observes the upper has a slightly reinforced toe, a fairly structured heel with decent cushion, and that the shoe has more structure than other hyper-light super shoes.

RadDadBodTV observes the upper is a monofilament woven material with premium laces.

RadDadBodTV speculates that most people are likely to want more cushion underfoot for a full marathon and that he needs more protection underfoot for a full marathon.

RadDadBodTV states Mizuno went with PEBA (Mizuno Energy XP, a new version of Pebax for Mizuno) for the midsole.

RadDadBodTV states he is tempted to try and run a marathon in the shoe because it is really great, fun, and surprisingly stable.

RadDadBodTV suggests the Hyperwarp Pure is the ultimate workout shoe for shorter-pace workouts but is expensive for just a workout shoe at $300.

jogoncrago says the Pure is $450, and for most people the Elite is probably the better financial decision, but he thinks the Elite is a slightly better racing shoe overall.

jogoncrago advises that the Prototype Pure fits short and recommends going half a size up for big toe clearance.

jogoncrago describes the ride of the Prototype Pure as 'effective, efficient, straight to the point, simple, no fuss,' with no wasted features, no crazy rocker, and no crazy geometries.

jogoncrago describes the upper as very breathable with a scratchy mesh, good heel counter padding, and a thin fabric tongue with a double lace loop that stays in place.

jogoncrago expresses high confidence in the wet-weather grip of the Prototype Pure based on experience with other Mizuno shoes.

jogoncrago finds that despite the shoe being flexible and collapsible, it was easy to get a secure lockdown.

jogoncrago finds the Prototype Pure quite stable for its weight.

jogoncrago finds the foam in the Prototype Pure to be firmer than many current super foams, describing it as 'a bit more resilient, a bit more consistent' with initial squish but a deep cushioning that cannot be bottomed out.

jogoncrago finds the stability of the Prototype Pure 'really good for a hypers shoe,' citing the decent midsole base and the winglet on the inside edge.

jogoncrago measured the Prototype Pure at 150 g in a men's size 10.5.

jogoncrago reports that in his usual 10-10.5 size, he has less than half a thumbnail of room ahead of the toes in the Prototype Pure.

jogoncrago reports that the Prototype Pure costs $450 AUD in Australia, calling it the cheapest hyper shoe on the market.

jogoncrago says he would personally change the Prototype Pure to have a sharper rocker through the forefoot, possibly by adding 1-2 mm of stack, acknowledging this might change the weight.

jogoncrago specifies that the Prototype Pure has 34 mm of foam in the heel and a 3.5 mm drop.

jogoncrago states the Prototype Pure would slot into the top five of his super shoe ranking list, calling it more of a 5K-10K-half marathon shoe than a marathon-dominant shoe.

jogoncrago states the foam used in the Prototype Pure is still called Energy XP, but has changed from nitrogen-infused TPE to supercritical Peba.

jogoncrago states the outsole uses the same rubber as previous Mizuno Wave Rebellion Pro models, describing it as extremely grippy and bitey, able to grip through sand patches.

jogoncrago states the quoted sample weight for the Prototype Pure is 137 g in US size 9.

jogoncrago suggests the Prototype Pure is one of the roomier super shoe uppers if you go half a size up.

MidLife Runner describes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure as an absolute weapon.

MidLife Runner finds the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is missing a little bit of geometry or a little bit of stiffness or bite in the forefoot.

MidLife Runner states the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure weighs 4.9 oz in their US men's size 9.

MidLife Runner finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure to be within one minute of the Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite V3 over the marathon distance, calling it 'an incredible shoe'.

MidLife Runner notes that most people consider the Hyperwarp Pure a super lightweight shoe only for 5K/10K distances.

MidLife Runner states that if he had only the Hyperwarp Pure for the marathon, he would be happy with it.

MidLife Runner finds the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure has less rocker geometry and a less steep drop than the 361 Miro.

MidLife Runner observes that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure is wider across the heel and wider across the forefoot compared to the 361 Miro, providing more landing surface.

MidLife Runner observes that the platform is very wide underneath for the midfoot to the forefoot.

MidLife Runner states he personally thinks there is enough protection for the full marathon distance and plans to take the shoe to the Houston Marathon.

MidLife Runner compares the Mizuno Hyper Warp Elite to the AS6 Meta-Peed Edge Paris and states that the Hyper Warp Pure is the shoe he will take for the Houston Marathon.

MidLife Runner categorizes the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure as a 5K, 10K racer type of shoe.

MidLife Runner finds that the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure, despite being very light, has enough foam to feel incredible at high speeds (5K pace, mile pace) and enough protection underfoot and width that the reviewer plans to take it for the half marathon and even the Houston Marathon in January.

MidLife Runner measured the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure at 4.9 oz (140 g) using a scale.

As of July (before testing the Adios Pro Evo 3), the reviewer finds the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is the best carbon racing shoe he has tried this year.

Road To Trail advises that the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure runs a bit small and recommends going half a size up if between sizes or if you have a wider foot.

Road To Trail compared the 123 g weight of the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure to the Adios Pro Evo 2, which he says is about 5–6 g lighter, and notes the difference is not noticeable.

Road To Trail concludes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is on the same performance level as the Adios Pro Evo 2.

Road To Trail finds heel lockdown on the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is absolutely perfect.

Road To Trail finds that the relatively soft foam of the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure works really well with the plate; the faster you go, the more you load the plate and get a really nice snap.

Road To Trail finds the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure feels quite stable with enough surface area underfoot without feeling boat-like or clunky.

Road To Trail finds the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is stable — the wide base and the wing carbon plate contribute to it never feeling like he is caving in or falling off the shoe.

Road To Trail finds the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure's upper is ultra minimal, a very thin, breathable single-layer mesh with almost nothing to it, but feels surprisingly comfortable.

Road To Trail finds the outsole of the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is absolutely fantastic and beats the Adios Pro Evo easily.

Road To Trail measured the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure at 123 g in size EU 40.

Road To Trail notes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure has sawtooth laces and no real reinforcement anywhere, and says the upper does the job very well.

Road To Trail observes no reinforcement in the heel of the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure, but notes there is quite a bit of padding back there, which he found nice on foot.

Road To Trail observes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure does not have a super aggressive rocker.

Road To Trail observes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure has a full PEBA midsole.

Road To Trail observes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure has a wide base underneath; it does not taper much in the midfoot or heel.

Road To Trail observes the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure is not 40 mm in the heel; he estimates the heel stack is 34 or 35 mm.

Road To Trail reports he had some of his absolute best sessions ever in the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure and is inclined to put it in S tier.

Road To Trail says the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure foam has a feeling similar to the Evo 2: low density, airy, like there's nothing really there underfoot, but with really nice cushion.

Road To Trail states the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure costs 300 euros, which he says is quite expensive.

Road To Trail strongly disagrees with the characterization of the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure as a short-distance (5K, 10K) shoe; he thinks it will be absolutely fantastic at the marathon because of the protection, light weight, and how easy it is to pick up feet.

Road To Trail tested the Mizuno Hyper Warp Pure on a wet track and says grip is absolutely fantastic.

Road To Trail did a session in the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure consisting of 3x1k pretty hard followed by 6x400 fartlek; he reports that on the 1ks, 'this shoe was singing' and he is very impressed.

Road To Trail has only done one run in the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure and finds it might be going in S tier, stating he is pretty blown away.

Runnertia measured (from notes) that the Hyperwarp Pure weighs 137 g, calling it extreme and very, very light.

Runnertia reports that Doctors of Running had the Hyperwarp Pure coming in at a stated price of $300, which he says is expensive no matter who you are.

Runnertia speculates that the Hyperwarp Pure's low weight is partly from lower stack, but thinks the stack is still in the mid-30s.

Runnertia states that if the Hyperwarp Pure is priced at $250, he will buy it.

Runnertia states that if the Hyperwarp Pure is priced at $300, he does not know if he will buy it, calling that price absurd for being as low stack as it is.

Runnertia states that the Hyperwarp Pure is the lowest stack out of the three Hyperwarp models.