All Guides

Every guide we publish about ON Cloudgo — quick, direct answers to the questions readers ask most often.

• Can running shoes give shin splints?

  Yes, the wrong running shoes can directly contribute to shin splints by altering your stride mechanics, providing inadequate cushioning, or forcing your foot into an unnatural posi

• Can running shoes help with plantar fasciitis?

  Yes — the right running shoes can meaningfully reduce plantar fasciitis pain by cushioning the heel, supporting the arch, and reducing strain on the fascia with each footstrike.

• What running shoes are good for plantar fasciitis?

  Yes, certain running shoes meaningfully reduce plantar fasciitis pain — specifically those combining a higher heel-to-toe drop (10–12mm), moderate-to-firm arch support, and enough

• What shoes are good for osteoarthritis?

  Yes, certain shoe features directly reduce osteoarthritis pain — specifically rocker geometry, moderate cushioning, and a supportive midsole that offloads pressure from affected jo

• What shoes to wear with spinal stenosis?

  Yes, footwear matters significantly for spinal stenosis — shoes with a rocker geometry, firm arch support, and cushioned midsole help reduce spinal loading by promoting a forward-r

• What workout shoes are good for plantar fasciitis?

  Yes, certain workout shoes meaningfully reduce plantar fasciitis pain — specifically those combining a higher heel-to-toe drop (10–12mm), structured arch support, and a rocker mids

• Did On discontinue Cloudgo?

  No, On has not discontinued the Cloudgo. As of 2024, the Cloudgo remains an active model in On's lineup, available through On's own site, Amazon, Zappos, and major running retailer

• What shoe is similar to Cloudgo?

  The Brooks Glycerin 20 and New Balance 880 are the closest matches to the ON Cloudgo — all three are neutral daily trainers with moderate cushioning, smooth heel-to-toe transitions

• What are the top five best running shoes?

  The ON Cloudgo wins for neutral daily training because it delivers a soft landing and smooth roll-through without the weight penalty that drags down most cushioned trainers — but t

• What is Cloudgo good for?

  The ON Cloudgo is built for neutral runners logging easy to moderate daily miles — and for anyone on their feet all day who needs real cushioning without a heavy, clunky sole.

• What replaced Cloudgo?

  On Running replaced the Cloudgo with the Cloudsurfer, which takes over as On's primary neutral daily trainer with a refined midsole geometry, updated CloudTec pod placement, and a