Sole Stats: On Cloudsurfer 3 — What’s New
Thursday, September 24, 2026
By: Jared Leath, Creator of CCR Sole Stats
Welcome back to Sole Stats! Today we’re diving into an exciting update: the On Cloudsurfer 3.
This shoe remains a maximally cushioned daily trainer, with a stack height of 37mm in the forefoot and 45mm in the heel, and weighs in at 8.9oz for the women’s and 10.6oz for the men’s. It’s a great option for anyone looking for a comfortable daily trainer — whether that’s for shorter or longer runs, or just a reliable shoe for standing or walking.
The Upper
On is using an evolved warp knit upper this time around: a mesh that’s secure, breathable, and adapts to your foot over time. It’s well padded throughout the midfoot and especially around the heel collar — quite beefy there — along with a nicely padded tongue.
The Midsole
An increase in total cushion underfoot isn’t the only change here. On has also added their new Surreal foam, designed to be a super foam. It’s bouncy underfoot, not quite as soft as previous versions, but we’d call that a change for the better. They’ve also completely reworked the geometry while keeping an aesthetically pleasing look.
The Technical Details
On has completely redesigned the CloudTec Phase arrangement for this model to work in harmony with the new foam. The result: peak braking forces on landing are down 9.9%, and it’s very noticeable. The shoe feels incredibly smooth transitioning from heel to toe, and with a widened base, it’s remarkably stable — giving you a smooth, reliable ride with every stride.
The Outsole
A quick look at the outsole shows slight cutouts to save weight, with plenty of foam everywhere you’d want it.
2026 has been full of great updates and releases, and the Cloudsurfer 3 is no exception. It’s priced at $170 and will be available in-store at Charm City Run starting October 1st, in both men’s and women’s sizing.
