Introducing the Cloudboom Strike 2 and the LightSpray Cloudboom Strike 2 by On
On Unveils Next Generation of Cloudboom Marathon Racing Shoes, Powered by New CloudTec® Sphere Technology
Swiss sportswear brand On returns to the forefront of long distance racing with the second generation of the marathon winning Cloudboom franchise, introducing the Cloudboom Strike 2 and the LightSpray Cloudboom Strike 2. Engineered for marathon racing at the highest level, the Cloudboom franchise combines athlete insight with the science of running efficiency to maximise and sustain speed over the full marathon distance.
In its second generation, the Cloudboom Strike introduces a major evolution to On’s proprietary CloudTec® foam engineering system: CloudTec® Sphere. The geometry of CloudTec® Sphere features engineered cushioning channels designed to enhance comfort and optimize running efficiency, supporting endurance and speed during long-distance racing. The system is complemented by the Helion™ hyper foam (HF) Midsole which is 15% lighter than the first generation of Cloudboom Strike.
Utilising On’s pioneering upper technology, the technical features of the LightSpray Cloudboom Strike 2 combine to create a 1.6% increase in running economy when compared to leading industry benchmarks, as proven in a recent study by the University of Cape Town. The shoe is already a proven success, helping six of On’s leading athletes to achieve personal bests, with recent marathon PBs from On athletes including: Hellen Obiri who improved her time by 1 minute 48 seconds in London, Yeman Crippa who secured a tactical victory in Paris with a 48 second improvement, and Joe Klecker who smashed through his personal best by 4 minutes and 41 seconds in Boston.
“The results we’ve already seen from athletes competing in the LightSpray Cloudboom Strike 2 reinforce On’s position at the forefront of elite road racing innovation,” says Nils Arne Altrogge, Senior Director of Innovation at On. “Our brief for the Cloudboom Strike 2 was not just about maximising speed, but sustaining it as athletes approach the crucial closing stages of a marathon. By combining our LightSpray™ upper with new CloudTec® Sphere technology, we’ve engineered a unique fresh-leg advantage that helps athletes maintain performance deep into the race.”
CLOUDBOOM STRIKE 2 TECHNICAL FEATURES:
LightSpray™ Upper [Lightspray Cloudboom Strike 2 only]: The seamless, glueless, one-piece upper, sprayed by a robot in just minutes, provides a laceless, “second-skin” fit that eliminates distractions while on the road.
CloudTec® Sphere Geometry: A brand new cushioning system with precisely engineered channels, which maximizes impact absorption and rebound, for a fresh leg-advantage when the race heats up.
New Helion™ HF Midsole: A new super foam material, which is 15% lighter than its predecessor, reduces overall weight while improving performance, slashing minutes off our athletes’ PBs.
Curved Carbon Speedboard®: Sandwiched between layers of dual-density Helion HF foam, the curved Speedboard® is lighter and stiffer than previous versions, providing forward momentum with every stride.
The Cloudboom Strike 2 and the LightSpray Cloudboom Strike 2 launch on 30th July. Both shoes will be available at on.com and select premium retail partners.
Cloudboom Strike 2
Weight: 191 g
Sizes: 36 – 49
Drop: 5 mm
Price: 250 USD, 250 EUR, 230 GBP, 300 CHF
Lightspray Cloudboom Strike 2
Weight: 158 g
Sizes: 36 - 49
Drop: 5 mm
Price*: 310 USD, 320 EUR, 300 GBP, 360 CHF
*The Elite Run Sock High Hyper is included with each pair.
