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Surface(s) this shoe is designed for
Gym, Road, Track
Support philosophy of shoe
Neutral
Heel-to-toe angle
6mm
Surface(s) this shoe is designed for
30mm
How much this shoe weighs (roughly)
6.7oz
The Cloudmonster is a unique, maximalist training shoe with ample cushion and a rocker style that protects the underfoot while propelling the runner forward with every stride. This shoe fits true to size with a medium-width toe box that allows the toes to splay and a breathable, ultrathin mesh upper that gives room for the foot to swell and contract, especially during long-distance runs. The CloudTec® system combined with the speedboard technology and larger pods provides extra cushioning and explosive energy returns making it the ultimate performance shoe for 5k to marathon runners!
The grippy, rubber outsole of the Cloudmonster has multidirectional tread patterns that produce incredible traction on roads and various surfaces including wet, muddy, and tough terrains. Runners report no complaints about traction even when there’s a bit of snow and ice.
The Cloudmonster is not only comfortable and supportive but also very resilient and durable. Runners report no excessive wear on the tread or the upper of the shoe despite wearing it for extended periods for over a year. The cushioning remains plush and responsive while cosmetic issues are limited. This shoe holds up well under a wide range of conditions.
Designed with maximum comfort in mind, the Cloudmonster is On’s most cushioned shoe with CloudTec® elements, springy Helion™ superfoam, and an explosive Speedboard® that delivers great support during long runs. The bilateral sidewall integration and recycled polyester upper that wraps around the foot create a stable, secure, and supportive fit.
With a higher stack height and maximum cushioning, this shoe has great all-around protection, especially underfoot. Runners report feeling like they are truly running on clouds with complete stability and protection.
The recycled polyester upper coupled with the soft sock liner and the midsole’s double layer of Helion™ superfoam produce an incredibly lightweight and breathable shoe that is temperature resistant. Some runners and walkers even enjoy wearing this shoe without socks!
One of the best features of the Cloudmonster is how unique it looks! Other than being an excellent, high-performance training shoe, its special aesthetics and comfort make it a great lifestyle shoe for walking, working, or traveling. It comes in a variety of color options with new colors released every so often and pairs well with any outfit for any occasion. In short, this running shoe doesn’t have to be just for running!
Despite being highly cushioned with a significant stack height, this shoe has mild flexibility throughout its length with flex grooves keeping the ride smooth while excelling with great energy returns. While some runners report mild stiffness when first putting on the shoe, they also state that the shoe begins to feel springy and responsive during a run. The magic is in the speedboard technology that, when compressed, engages and propels the runner into an explosive takeoff that adjusts at all paces.
The outsole has multidirectional tread patterns that give the shoe great grip and traction in any direction and across various terrains. It performs best on roads, gravel, and dirt trails. However, they’re not recommended for technical trails. The deeper gulleys at the rear end of the outsole have also been chamfered off to prevent stones from getting stuck.
The cutting-edge CloudTec® elements, specifically the larger CloudTec® pods, make this shoe the most bouncy, playful, and exciting shoe to run in. There is no sandwiching of midsoles so this shoe provides greater energy returns and buoyancy to it. With maximum cushioning through the Helion™ superfoam, the plushy midsole felt from the heel all the way to the forefoot. Runners describe this shoe as playful and vivacious!
The upper of this shoe is made up of 100% recycled polyester including the tongue, vamp, heel, laces, and sock liner. The mesh material used is extremely breathable, provides some stretch, and is very soft to the touch inside the shoe due to the dual layers on top – a softer layer on the inside, and a more durable one on the exterior. The sock liner is another great feature that keeps the forefoot snug and prevents the tongue from slipping while reducing chaffing.
Excellent and simple lacing system that fastens the whole shoe around the foot and locks down well throughout without slippage medially or laterally.
Overall, the Cloudmonster is a beast of a shoe with technology that provides maximum cushioning and extremely high energy returns resulting in great, long-distance runs and high-performance training. Its unique features and aesthetics also make it an appealing shoe for serious runners and casual walkers alike!
