On Unveils Next Generation of Cloudboom Marathon Racing Shoes, Powered by New CloudTec Sphere™ Technology
Zurich, Switzerland, June 26, 2026 – 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
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About Lightspray
LightSpray™ condenses traditional upper manufacturing – which can typically require around 200 steps across multiple facilities – into a fully automated, single-step process. Using a robot arm, the innovative technology sprays 1.5 kilometers of a specialized filament to produce an ultra-light, seamless, one-piece upper in just minutes.
According to a prospective life-cycle assessment prepared by Vaayu, the localized, single-step process requires less manufacturing space, generates less waste, and reduces the carbon footprint by up to 65% when comparing the upper of the LightSpray™ Cloudmonster 3 Hyper to its conventional equivalent, showcasing the true potential of LightSpray technology.
Since introducing LightSpray™ in 2024, On has scaled its operational framework for automated shoe production from the ground up. The brand unveiled the world’s first LightSpray™ production facility in Zurich in 2025. This was followed by the opening of a second robot production facility near Busan, South Korea, in April 2026.
About On
On was born in the Swiss Alps in 2010 with the mission to ignite the human spirit through movement – a mission that still guides the brand today. Sixteen years after market launch, On delivers industry-disrupting innovation in premium footwear, apparel and accessories for high-performance running, outdoor, training, all-day activities and tennis. On’s award-winning CloudTec® and LightSpray™ innovation, purposeful design and groundbreaking strides within the circular economy have attracted a fast-growing global fan base – inspiring humans to explore, discover and Dream On.
On is present in more than 80 countries globally and engages with a digital community on www.on.com.