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Cult-classic footwear brand On was founded in the Swiss Alps on a couple of key principles: embracing next-gen tech, and doing so with the lowest possible carbon footprint. Now, leading up to Black Friday, select retailers are offering limited time discounts as part of their sitewide savings events: up to 50 percent off at REI, up to 40 percent off at Backcountry and up to 40 percent off at Dick’s Sporting Goods (scroll down for more Cyber Week sale information).
Since its founding in 2010, the running and athletic wear company has completely blown up, spotted on Emily Ratajkowski, Jennifer Lopez, Gisele Bündchen, longtime brand partner Zendaya and endless more famous faces. And the Hollywood-coveted brand is no stranger to collaborations.
On June 26, On and FKA Twigs dropped their first-ever lineup of co-designed apparel and sneakers, including the Cloud X FKA, the British singer-songwriter’s take on On’s signature Cloud trainers. Even more recently, Zendaya and her longstanding “Image Architect” Law Roach teamed up to create the Cloudzone Moon sneaker.
On Cloud X FKAThree colorways available.
On Cloudzone MoonSix colorways available.
The brand has also partnered with Roger Federer on a capsule of tennis and tennis-inspired shoes, and with luxury fashion house Loewe on multiple collections of bold and sporty kicks and apparel, with an assortment of sneakers and clothing still available to shop on on.com, mytheresa.com and loewe.com.
On Oct. 16, the duo’s most recent drop introduced the Cloudsolo, the first shoe entirely co-designed by Loewe and On. Available in nine colors, the limited-edition style is the first to feature a signature lace toggle inspired by the iconic Loewe pebble.
This is in addition to the brand-new Cloudtilt ($590), which was released in two denim-inspired colorways.
And, while it’s a newer brand in the scheme of footwear companies, It boasts an impressive inventory of road running, trail running, lifestyle, hiking and outdoor, tennis and training and gym shoes. To help in the search, we narrowed it down to the best On models for every need: speed, comfort, everyday use and so on.
Plus, for Black Friday, REI is offering up to 50 percent off select On sneaker styles, Backcountry is offering up to 40 percent off select styles and Dick’s Sporting Goods is also offering up to 40 percent off select styles.
Additionally, on.com is offering savings of up to 50 percent on previous seasons’ collections. This includes a combination of this season’s styles in last season’s colors and classic models of current best-sellers.
Below, THR rounded up our top eight pairs of On sneakers for every activity (all offered in both women’s and men’s sizing and in a variety of colorways). Most of these handpicked styles have original colorways or models discounted as part of On’s Last Season Shop or have exclusive prices as part of Backcountry’s savings event, Dick’s Sporting Goods’ event, REI’s savings event or other retailer-specific promotions, all of which have been noted in the product descriptions below. Here’s exactly what to shop and how to save.
On Cloudmonster 2If you’re on the search for a road running sneaker that blends both spring and energy return with stability, look no further than the Cloudmonster 2.
Plus, He just reduced select colorways of the Cloudmonster 2 even further, previously down from $180 to $140, and now all the way down to $125.
On Cloud 6Launched a few months back, the newest iteration of On’s OG shoe, the Cloud 6, is the ultimate lifestyle sneaker.
This lightweight model is ideal for long walks, running errands and travel days. While you can certainly wear it as a running shoe, there are much better options in On’s vast catalog if you’re seeking a supportive road running or trail running sneaker (included below). The On Cloud 6 features a speed lacing system for easy on and off, but there’s a pair of standard laces in the box if preferred.
On Cloudflow 5If speed is your speed, On’s Cloudflow 5 is the optimal choice.
The Cloudflow’s brand-new generation is a road running shoe that’s ultra responsive and lightweight, making it an excellent training and racing shoe. Its extreme rocker shape and powerful forward roll promotes speed and propels you ahead.
Plus, since the new generation of this On style recently dropped, the Cloudflow 4 received a 40 percent price reduction (first 20 percent, then 30 percent and now down to 40 percent) at on.com, currently $95 while supplies last. The fourth gen has a lower level of cushioning than the fifth, but not to fear, the patented Helion dual-density superfoam that runs through the shoe lowers impact and softens the ground.
On CloudeclipseAll colorways just got an extra price drop.
For unmatched comfort and cushioning, the newly launched Cloudsurfer Max is your go-to. It also happens to come in one of On’s coolest colorways: Mineral/Honeydew. The Cloudsurfer Max was designed as a replacement for the beloved Cloudeclipse in On’s max-cushioned category.
Plus, all Cloudflow colors were recently reduced a third time, currently up to 42 percent off at on.com.
Cloud X 4 AD Training SneakerGo from squats to circuits to sprints to a 5K with the On trainer that does it all.
And while supplies last, the previous generation, the Cloud x 3 AD, is reduced by 30 percent (reg. $160, now $105).
On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Hiking SneakerThe Cloudhorizon is On’s most cushioned hiking shoe.
In addition to the waterproof model, the Cloudhorizon is available in a non-waterproof version ($180 at On for this season’s colors and $125+ at On for last season’s colors). Plus, shop all of On’s hiking shoe and apparel offerings here, available for a variety of trails and terrains.
On CloudpulseThe Cloudpulse is On’s first-ever training shoe designed specifically for the gym.
Crafted to expertly blend stability and flexibility, this model is for cardio, weights, HIIT and all your cross-training needs. The midsole is made from patented Helion superfoam, which is light and bouncy for powerful energy return. Plus, it has a reinforced mesh upper, allowing for breathability in even the stuffiest of gyms (while still remaining supportive).
On Cloudvista 2 WaterproofMade for success on all terrain, On’s Cloudvista 2 Waterproof sneakers are our top pick for trail running.
Plus, select colors in the non-waterproof version are currently reduced at on.com and zappos.com (women’s and men’s).