This Is the Softest On Running Shoe I’ve Tried—Ever

For NYC-based marathoner and content creator Chris Chung, a run might take him through his well-explored neighborhood or down a road he’s never been on before. In either case, he wants a soft, cushioned ride—and through his recent collaboration with On and Runner’s World, he seems to have found it. “This is my softest run yet, and it’s entirely because of On’s Cloudsurfer 3,” he said.Having reviewed countless running shoes, Chung puts a lot of stock in first impressions. With the Cloudsurfer 3, he immediately noticed its response underfoot. “See how the shoe bends and catches me on every impact?” he said.The Cloudsurfer 3 is made for everyday road miles, whether you’re training for that bucket-list marathon or just your next holiday 5K. Surreal™ Superfoam cushions each landing, while CloudTec Phase™ helps the foot roll forward smoothly. Surreal™ is also softer and lighter than Helion™, On’s previous everyday foam. For Chung, that makes it a dependable daily shoe for the miles that fill his high-volume training week.In the video above, follow Chung on a soft, smooth autumn day run in the Cloudsurfer 3 (now available at specialty brick-and-mortar stores nationwide)—and see if you can keep up with him.Shop Chris Chung’s On Training Gear