On Cloudboom Strike 2

On Cloudboom Strike 2 review: what runners say

Fit

True to size; unisex sizing, women should order 1.5 sizes up. Snug fit around the toes, typical of a race shoe, with good heel lockdown.

Feel

Substantial, bouncy cushioning from the PEBA Helion HF foam and CloudTec Sphere geometry. Ride is more natural and controlled than the average super shoe, less aggressive and rockered than direct competitors.

Durability

Near full-coverage rubber outsole: unusual protection for a race shoe, extending foam longevity and improving traction. Expected mileage above the category average; no precise numerical estimates in sources.

Best for

Marathoners looking for a stable, comfortable super shoe for fast training and race day. Also suited to runners who find traditional race shoes too unstable or aggressive.

Weak points

Does not reach the level of explosiveness and fast feel of more aggressive competitors (Puma Fast-R 3, Asics Metaspeed). Slightly above-average weight for the category flagged by multiple sources.

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