Making the Swiss Alps a little flatter.
Growing up in the Swiss Alps, the On team learned a thing or two about running in the mountains. When they set out to design the perfect trail shoe, they spent time thinking about what is important in a trail shoe: a shoe so light and fast that you can reach the peak in time to
watch the sunrise. Reliable grip for when a thunderstorm catches you by surprise. And clever cushioning to save your legs when you are flying back down to reach the valley before it gets dark. Introducing the On Cloudventure. Engineered in Switzerland.
The Cloudventure sole has 4 different areas to ensure you have the best traction regardless of the conditions.
1. Base Grip - The whole sole features an extruded triangular grip pattern built from a newly developed “sticky” rubber to avoid slipping
2. Impact & Push Off Grip - Arrow shaped elements at the heel and at the front of the sole ensure a secure grip upon impact and the transmission of force at take-off.
3. Directional Grip - Crystal-shaped elements provide directional grip and stability without stopping the flow of motion
4. Side Grip - Shark teeth at the side of the sole even attack the terrain during the most extreme movement
Once On had got the ideal sole they then set about building the show using their proven designs
Light & Comfortable 2 Layer Upper - The Cloudventure family is built with an ingenious 2-layer upper. It combines a highly comfortable and supportive inner layer with a breathable, light outer layer. In the case of the Cloudventure, the outer layer becomes a fully waterproof that retains breathability. And the Cloudventure Midtop extends the inner layer up to the ankle for extra protection.
Intelligent Cloudtec Cushioning
The patented CloudTec® sole provides specific cushioning for the descent. 11 individual pods, or “Clouds,” stretch back upon impact to offset the forces in your downhill run. On call it horizontal cushioning, and it comes on top of the standard vertical cushioning. In fact, the clever “Clouds” only cushion upon impact. Fully landed, they become firm to support an explosive take-off. Intelligent cushioning at work. And since the CloudTec® sole works on the trail as well as on the street, you can bring your Cloudventure from the mountain to the valley.
Progressive Lacing
The progressive lacing of the Cloudventure distributes support over the whole top of the foot to avoid pressure points. It is oriented in a diagonal line to follow the natural foot movement. You can see it, but you won’t feel it.