OnCloudsurfer Next
Powered by Helion™ foam and CloudTec Phase™, the Cloudsurfer Next delivers flexible cushioning with easy forward roll for daily runs. Light, lively, and comfort-first, it’s a versatile trainer that turns routine mileage into a smooth, enjoyable stride.
Details
Reintroducing itself with a new name and refined feel, the On Cloudsurfer Next (formerly the Cloudgo) delivers a lively, cushioned ride built for everyday training with an energetic edge. A re-tuned Helion™ foam midsole provides a touch more rebound than before, while CloudTec Phase™ geometry creates a seamless heel-to-toe roll that feels fluid, flexible, and fun across a wide range of paces. With no Speedboard in the midsole, the ride remains natural and unforced, supported by a pronounced rocker that keeps turnover efficient and forward-moving without extra effort.
Inspired by On’s elite racing models, the engineered woven upper wraps the foot with soft structure and breathable precision, updated with a padded tongue and dialed-in eyestay to reduce hotspots and improve fit consistency. Underfoot, updated rubber traction zones in the heel and forefoot enhance durability and grip across both wet and dry road surfaces, making it a trainer you can depend on season after season. Balanced, spring-tinged, and quietly quick, the Cloudsurfer Next remains a smooth-rolling daily companion with enough bounce to keep training fresh.
MIDSOLE
- Helion foam has been refined for a bouncier and more responsive ride.
- CloudTec Phase creates a seamless heel-to-toe transition.
- Forefoot rocker shape assists a powerful toe-off.
OUTSOLE
- Updated rubber pads increase grip and durability.
UPPER
- Engineered woven fabric is seamless, light, and breathable - inspired by On's pinnacle race shoes.
- 24% total recycled content overall includes the 80% recycled polyester upper.
Researched and compiled by Mark Shannon
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Specifications
Cadence Database Analysis
How the On Cloudsurfer Next compares with 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes tracked by Cadence.
Comparisons use listed specifications tracked by Cadence. Manufacturer reference sizes and measurement methods can vary. Learn about our data methodology.
Where It Fits
- Cushioning
- High
- Listed weight
- Slightly light for category
- Stack
- Slightly low for category
- Price
- Typical price for category
- Drop
- Notably low for category
- Plate
- None
- Group
- Trainers / Daily
Compared With Trainers / Daily
| Metric | Cloudsurfer Next | Group median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed weight | 9.4oz | 9.6oz | Lighter (42nd percentile) |
| Heel stack | 37mm | 38mm | Lower (28th percentile) |
| Forefoot stack | 31mm | 31mm | Typical (46th percentile) |
| Drop | 6mm | 8mm | Lower (23rd percentile) |
| Price | $150 | $160 | Typical range (34th percentile) |
What Stands Out
- Its 6mm midsole drop is 2.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 8mm (n=69).
- At $150, its price sits $10 below the median of the 69 current Trainers / Daily shoes in the Cadence database ($160).
- Its 37mm heel stack is 1.0mm below the current Trainers / Daily median of 38mm (n=69).
