On Cloudsurfer 2 in Black and Black, side view
On$160

Cloudsurfer 2

A smooth daily trainer for relaxed road miles, with a rolling transition and a comfortable upper.

Checked US price · 2026-09-14. Before tax and shipping. Selected Black/Black men's US listing; available sizes vary.

The shoe at a glance.

The On Cloudsurfer 2 is a neutral daily road trainer with a comfortable upper and a smooth rolling transition for relaxed miles and recovery runs. Its plate-free construction makes it a straightforward option if you want that rolling feel without a performance plate. The ride is fairly firm and has limited bounce when you increase the pace, so faster sessions are not its strongest use. Fit is listed as regular and true to size, with a wide version available; check toe room if you sit between sizes.

Pros and cons

Our summary of published testing and reviewer impressions. Checked 2026-10-03.

Pros

  • Relatively low weight for daily use.
  • Durable outsole and well-made upper materials.
  • Rolling geometry suits steady longer runs.

Cons

  • The foam feels firmer than its name suggests.
  • Limited response makes fast running less appealing.

A closer look

Where it fits in your running

Recorded uses: everyday runs, easy & recovery. Designed for road running.

Cushioning and ride

Independent testing found an improved longer-run experience over the previous version. It is most relevant for runners who prefer a firm, predictable transition rather than a soft bounce.

Our editorial ride category: firm.

Fit and sizing

On lists a regular, true-to-size fit. Check toe room if you are between sizes; a wide version is available.

Recorded widths: standard, wide.

On offers this model in regular and wide versions. Wide listing: source

Men’s listing; widths and linked price apply to the recorded product range. Check your size and stock at the retailer. An offered width does not guarantee personal fit.

Before you choose

The ride is fairly firm and offers limited bounce when you pick up the pace.

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$160 recorded · 2026-09-14

Selected Black/Black men's US listing; available sizes vary.

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Manufacturer specifications

Specifications from the brand’s product information.

Listed weight
261 g
Heel-to-toe drop
9 mm
Heel stack height
32 mm
Plate
No plate
Support
Neutral
Recorded product range
Men’s
Widths offered
Standard, Wide

Source: On product page . Listed weights may refer to different reference sizes.

Follow the evidence.

Information checked 2026-09-14. Ride and fit descriptions use brand information and published reviews where available; matching categories are our editorial interpretation.

CloudTec Phase provides a rolling transition without a Speedboard. Manufacturer stack information: source

Know what sits behind the advice.

Product information and editorial guidance help you compare. Catalog details checked 2026-09-14.

From the manufacturer

Identity, intended use, offered widths, and listed specifications. We label these as brand figures; reference sizes can differ.

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Fit and ride notes

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Our matching categories

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How the finder chooses

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