I ran 45 miles in the On Cloudboom Strike 2, and it’s a balanced racing shoe well-suited to marathons
The On Cloudboom Strike 2 is not as flat-out fast as some racing shoes, but it’s still rapid and has a stable and comfortable design that will suit many runners better for long events.
The On Cloudboom Strike 2 is a super-shoe that provides a balanced ride suitable for marathons. Despite not being the lightest or fastest, it offers comfort and stability well-suited to longer events. Priced at $250 in the U.S. and £230 in the U.K., it's relatively affordable for a super-shoe. Available in three colors, it fits well in a runner's normal size and weighs 7.2oz, making it lighter than many top carbon racers.
The shoe features an open-weave upper, dual-density midsole with a Speedboard carbon plate, and a fuller outsole for improved durability. The CloudTec Sphere geometry increases rebound and the shoe performs well in various workout paces, providing a controlled yet fast ride. While not as explosive as some lighter super-shoes, the Cloudboom Strike 2 is a stable, natural-feeling option that can be used for training and racing.
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