Last updated at 04/01/2025 12:57:11
originally posted on altitude-sports.com
I always have issue with regular shoes squishing my toes. My foot size is 8.5 E and I typically order a size 9D for regular shoes. I have a couple of On shoes which I sized up to 9.5 but for this model size 9 suffice.Have worn this shoe for about a month now with about 50k in mileage and my feet absolutely love them. Couple of people don't like the firm feel but for me it's firm in the right places. Might buy another one next season
originally posted on runningroom.com
Style-wise, it looks amazing. Good, springy, “massaging” feel while walking, especially when walking indoors. Tough grippy outsole good for outdoor use on paved surfaces. Not as much cushioning as my trusted other pair (ASICS Gel Cumulus 23), but then again too much cushioning isn’t a good thing. Main con: $$$$, but you get what you pay for.
originally posted on runningroom.com
I have really been enjoying this shoe. I've read and watched some mixed reviews about ON Running shoes, but in my experience, it's been a very enjoyable shoe to use with some limitations.I think this is an excellent choice for tempo runs or speed days. I'd say it's ideal for shorter distances, I used it for a half marathon and although quick, my legs were pretty dead by the end of it.It's firm, snappy and quite responsive.The cons-The tread is bold and interesting looking, but it is a magnet for stones and mud, limiting its use to the track, treadmill, or side walks.As far as durability...so far so good, but I doubt this one will be super durable which is fine for a lighter shoe.
| Release Date | 03/02/2023 |
I always have issue with regular shoes squishing my toes. My foot size is 8.5 E and I typically order a size 9D for regular shoes. I have a couple of On shoes which I sized up to 9.5 but for this model size 9 suffice.Have worn this shoe for about a month now with about 50k in mileage and my feet absolutely love them. Couple of people don't like the firm feel but for me it's firm in the right places. Might buy another one next season
Style-wise, it looks amazing. Good, springy, “massaging” feel while walking, especially when walking indoors. Tough grippy outsole good for outdoor use on paved surfaces. Not as much cushioning as my trusted other pair (ASICS Gel Cumulus 23), but then again too much cushioning isn’t a good thing. Main con: $$$$, but you get what you pay for.
I have really been enjoying this shoe. I've read and watched some mixed reviews about ON Running shoes, but in my experience, it's been a very enjoyable shoe to use with some limitations.I think this is an excellent choice for tempo runs or speed days. I'd say it's ideal for shorter distances, I used it for a half marathon and although quick, my legs were pretty dead by the end of it.It's firm, snappy and quite responsive.The cons-The tread is bold and interesting looking, but it is a magnet for stones and mud, limiting its use to the track, treadmill, or side walks.As far as durability...so far so good, but I doubt this one will be super durable which is fine for a lighter shoe.
The Cloudflow was my first entry into On products after sticking with Asics for years. A primary reason for leaving Asics was a sense of ever declining build quality, which at first pass at a local cycling/running shop, the On brand seemed to deliver. Immediately the shoes were noted as very comfotable, plush, springy, and wrapped my foot well. I have low arches and wide feet which admittedly this shoe was not ideal for but I was looking for a casual athletic shoe that was comfortable, offered good cushion, and looled great. Again at first pass, the Cloudflows ticked all of those boxes. The Cloudflow, as noted by other reviewers is very light, easy to clean, and a real stunner. Fast forward to 5 months of ownership and near-daily wearing and I would have to conclude ... MoreThe Cloudflow was my first entry into On products after sticking with Asics for years. A primary reason for leaving Asics was a sense of ever declining build quality, which at first pass at a local cycling/running shop, the On brand seemed to deliver. Immediately the shoes were noted as very comfotable, plush, springy, and wrapped my foot well. I have low arches and wide feet which admittedly this shoe was not ideal for but I was looking for a casual athletic shoe that was comfortable, offered good cushion, and looled great. Again at first pass, the Cloudflows ticked all of those boxes. The Cloudflow, as noted by other reviewers is very light, easy to clean, and a real stunner. Fast forward to 5 months of ownership and near-daily wearing and I would have to conclude that the Cloudflow is a good shoe, not a great one. Primary drawbacks are that these pickup rocks like a magnet over nails and surprisingly the build quality has been way worse than initial impressions. The outsole has prominently collapsed in the forefoot and the fabric inside the heel has worn through severely. Now I likely replace my shoes way less frequently than I should but my 2 year old Kayanos (which Ive stopped wearing and phased out long ago) have not exhibited similar symptoms. Yes the outsole is an entirely different design approach but the fabrics on the Kayano are pilled but not worn through after way way more than 500 miles of mixed use.In summary, if you need a mild use shoe that is cheaper than an Ultraboost and looks just as good in the gym as as out in town than the Cloudflow is a solid pick. However for longterm durability and if you ever get within a foot of gravel, look elsewhere.
I went into my first pair of ONs with high hopes. I’m a long time customer of Brooks but I’ve seen many friends, family and co-workers love them. I purchased this pair in advance of a trade show where I walked over 50k steps in 3 days. Initially they were great. The first day was was quite happy. Once I get to day 2 and ultimately 3 not so much. I felt less support and my feet became quite sore. This may be something unique to me but I can only speak to my experience. At this point I’m not sure if I wills buy another pair but I’ll get the most I can out this pair.
I loved my on cloud running shoes that I have had in the past. They are instantly good and despite putting hundreds of miles on them a year they usually last over a year. When I tried these new shoes on they felt light like my other ones but really uncomfortable at first. I had to run a good 50 or 60 miles on them before I felt them getting more comfortable. I wasn't used to this. Even to this day they still aren't extremely comfortable and I occasionally have foot pain after going about 5 or 6 miles. I purchased new shoes just because these on cloud shoes still aren't the most comfortable.
I was the biggest ON avocate for years before the were popular. The cloudrunner (defunct line) was the thing dreams are made of. They took away my back and knee pain. Why did those not sell well? They were god aweful ugly. They then went to the cloudcruiser. These looked great and had the same some (different foam desity than the runner I believe), but the upper was so poorly made I would put dime size holes in them within a month (wore 3 pairs). I wore the 1st pair of cloudrunners for almost 3 years, well after I should have been out of them. The cloudsurfer survives, but only in look as the latest line fixed the issue of pushing your forward when standing and would tear out a front loop in a couple of months. The cushioned feeling on those new shoes is gone ... MoreI was the biggest ON avocate for years before the were popular. The cloudrunner (defunct line) was the thing dreams are made of. They took away my back and knee pain. Why did those not sell well? They were god aweful ugly. They then went to the cloudcruiser. These looked great and had the same some (different foam desity than the runner I believe), but the upper was so poorly made I would put dime size holes in them within a month (wore 3 pairs). I wore the 1st pair of cloudrunners for almost 3 years, well after I should have been out of them. The cloudsurfer survives, but only in look as the latest line fixed the issue of pushing your forward when standing and would tear out a front loop in a couple of months. The cushioned feeling on those new shoes is gone though. I have turned to see the alternatives and purchase the cloudace, cloudstratus, and cloudflow to hopefully fill the hole in my heart. None have succeeded and these are the worst of the shoes I've tried. The cloudace and cloudstratus are definitely for running only and you can tell as the stratus is slanted forward and the ace has a very curved bottom so you can't find a spot where much of your foot is sharing the load of your bodys' weight at any given time. At least those shoes had nice cushioned insoles (though insole material will break down quickly). These cloudflow shoes, like the title says, feel like walking on bricks. My wife also had a pair and said they weren't as comfortable as the old cloudsurfers (by a lot in my opinion) and they broke down quickly. I'm done with ON. I can't afford $150 for pair of shoes that last 3-4 months. I am a casual runner and probably 20 lbs over weight. I'm not olympic athlete. If you can't build a shoe for me I need to find a new brand that will.
This is my third pair. I have been running in On Cloudflow for about 3 years prior to purchasing these. The previous generations just seem to wear like iron. This shoe specifically has a very plush and smooth ride like the previous versions. I get complimented on their color and appearance just about every time I go out in them. My only complaint is with this version specifically. Previous versions I've gotten 18-months or more out of because this just seemed to last forever. A little over a month in these and the soles look very worn. I still On running but for what these cost I hope they get this taken care of soon. Barely a months worth of daily use and I've had to purchase another pair from a competitor.
Buying my second pair. First pair i used on the daily for warehouse work. Yeah wasn't ideal but proved that the little pads on the sole degrade and rip off after a few months of heavy use, which sucks (maybe planned obsolesce or crap design/material). However for an everyday casual shoe these are awesome. I have high arches and the soft support inside was niiice esp with the minimal flat tongue design.. genius. Wouldn't say these would hold up for running esp not on pavement! Look for another brand if you're needing runners.. On's soles will deteriorate way to quick with the ridged foam cloud pocket designs and render these beauts useless after a few months.
As a seasoned marathoner (2:55 PR last year), I'm not in the habit of switching to new shoes brands. A friend of mine recommend ON running, so ever the skeptic, I googled reviews which were favorable enough to merit a try. These are the real deal. I've been running in them for about 3 weeks. They are incredibly light weight, comfortable but not overly cushy, supportive but not annoying structured. I had a been running in NB Fresh Foams for last several years, and these are so much a better shoe. Also, I have decently wide feet, so I can't play in Adidas' narrow runners. The Cloudflows fit perfectly but not too snugly. The toebox has room to breathe and the upper does not dig. I've done longer and shorter runs, concrete sidewalks to packed dirt, and these ONs are a ... MoreAs a seasoned marathoner (2:55 PR last year), I'm not in the habit of switching to new shoes brands. A friend of mine recommend ON running, so ever the skeptic, I googled reviews which were favorable enough to merit a try. These are the real deal. I've been running in them for about 3 weeks. They are incredibly light weight, comfortable but not overly cushy, supportive but not annoying structured. I had a been running in NB Fresh Foams for last several years, and these are so much a better shoe. Also, I have decently wide feet, so I can't play in Adidas' narrow runners. The Cloudflows fit perfectly but not too snugly. The toebox has room to breathe and the upper does not dig. I've done longer and shorter runs, concrete sidewalks to packed dirt, and these ONs are a sweet ride. I am a convert!
| Release Date | 03/02/2023 |
