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Category
Neutral Running Shoes / Sustainable Road Running Shoes
Summary
Average Weight: Men's 235g / Women's 200g
Offset: 8mm
The new update in the Cloudflow series is here. This shoe boasts versatility, lightness, strength and comfort, making it the ideal everyday running shoe for races, recovery or daily training.
Features
Upper
- Upper base material is made of 100% recycled polyester (25% total recycled content and 75% recycled polyester overall)
- High-tech woven upper features engineered zones for better breathability and a soft feel
- Lace holder on tongue keeps lace endings locked down
Midsole
- New Speedboard® in a spoon-like shape encourages momentum and helps maintain your pace
- Improved heel construction with new lining and shape for enhanced comfort
Outersole
- CloudTec® units are dual-density to offer softness and rebound
- Helion® superfoam absorb impact forces and provides soft cushioning
- Improved traction pattern on the rubber grip keeps you stable on wet surfaces
Pros
- One of the lightest available cushioned shoes on the market
- Flexibility gives a natural sensation
- ‘Hugging’ shape provides a perfect fit for the foot
- Cushioned, yet responsive – improved shock absorbency
- Great shoes for speedwork
Cons
- Width fits a little more snug than predecessor due to new engineered upper, however this is only a minor detail compare to the overall versatility
In Testing
If you're new to On shoes you will immediately feel how different they are compared to the competition. Light, flexible and fast. The Cloudflow 4 has had some new updates, and I'm here for it!
The size and fit for me was spot on, in that it resembled the previous model, although a shift in material for the upper, it look longer to break in. This didn't hinder my runs at all, my initial reaction to the lightweight feel made it more enjoyable.
I'm a fan of the responsiveness delivered by the improved speedboard that became more apparent during my longer runs. Like a sock or glove, you're not aware that you have something on your feet. Also, 100% of the upper materials are made with recycled content or polyester. Isn't that just fantastic?!
I'm a midfoot striker, so for me the amount of cushioning is perfect – very responsive. I prefer something a bit more substantial for longer distances, but it's my go-to for recovery and shorter runs.
Verdict
Perfect shoes for a neutral runner going for speed and responsiveness. The Cloudflow 4 feels lighter than air – once you get used to them anything else seems to be just too heavy! Be careful, joining the ON gang might have a tremendous impact on your shoe selection from now on… ;-)
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