I had the original Cloudmonster and loved them. For anything from long runs to speed work, these shoes have held up well. Moving on to the second iteration, the Cloudmonster 2's, I was happy to see they added even MORE cushioning. I love max cushioned shoes for my long runs. I'm a heavier-than-average runner, so the cushioning really helps with ankle and knee fatigue during long runs. The rocker profile helps with speedier transitions as well. The fit of the shoe is very similar to the original, though I think it's slightly roomier both in overall length and width. I wear a size 11.5 across the board and that's what I ordered here. I've only done a few runs in them so far so I'll have to come back and comment on the durability, but if they hold up as well as the ... MoreI had the original Cloudmonster and loved them. For anything from long runs to speed work, these shoes have held up well. Moving on to the second iteration, the Cloudmonster 2's, I was happy to see they added even MORE cushioning. I love max cushioned shoes for my long runs. I'm a heavier-than-average runner, so the cushioning really helps with ankle and knee fatigue during long runs. The rocker profile helps with speedier transitions as well. The fit of the shoe is very similar to the original, though I think it's slightly roomier both in overall length and width. I wear a size 11.5 across the board and that's what I ordered here. I've only done a few runs in them so far so I'll have to come back and comment on the durability, but if they hold up as well as the originals, I'll be wearing them a long time!

These are great, and super lightweight and comfortable out of the box! I've added my review here as these are the same for men or women :) (the sizing is based on the gender on the title). They even performed great on the trail. Also that white and orange color scheme looks absolutely fire, and I love the polka dotted shoelaces!I'm not usually into maximally cushioned shoes, but I honestly really liked these. They are super light, but have tons of support too as another Gearhead mentioned - a nice stiff sole with a cushy footbed. They were even supportive enough for my feet and ankles to hit the trail. Not rock plate needed with that thick cushioned, protective sole! On Cloud has extensive tech in their air light sole - they are known as a top designer in this ... MoreThese are great, and super lightweight and comfortable out of the box! I've added my review here as these are the same for men or women :) (the sizing is based on the gender on the title). They even performed great on the trail. Also that white and orange color scheme looks absolutely fire, and I love the polka dotted shoelaces!I'm not usually into maximally cushioned shoes, but I honestly really liked these. They are super light, but have tons of support too as another Gearhead mentioned - a nice stiff sole with a cushy footbed. They were even supportive enough for my feet and ankles to hit the trail. Not rock plate needed with that thick cushioned, protective sole! On Cloud has extensive tech in their air light sole - they are known as a top designer in this space for a reason and where they get the name from! The cubed sole you'll see on nearly all of their shoes is made of a special firm EVA (On Cloud calls it the Zero Gravity foam) with an open air pocket in the middle of the midsole and hollowed out cubes that are cut down the line of the shoe, which adds flexibility than most typical shoe soles.For my couple hour run, I encountered some snow and mud and rocks. My feet never got too hot. These Monsters ventilate and breathe super well, which is important for me. They are also very responsive, so I was able to be precise on the trail. Also great for just strolling around the neighborhood. Did I mention how fire they look? I mean, just check out the pics! Also run true to size for my size 10 foot.

At first, I was skeptical of these shoes, due to the mixed reviews. I was skeptical on their insoles and how they had holes in them, however, these shoes really impressed me. I run 25-30 miles per week, and these shoes hold up great. I run on trails, and roads alike, and these shoes excel at both of them. I’m able to do easy runs in them and hard runs alike. They are really nicely cushioned, making it a great option for long walks and runs. My only complaint is that the initially were kind of uncomfortable initially, but if you put a good pair of insoles in them, they will work miracles. They also run a little large, and that price tag can make you want to steer clear. But overall, this is the best shoe I have ever owned, and is definitely worth it.