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For days when the weather is extra unpredictable, gear up with the Cloudwander Waterproof from On. Yes, in this aesthetically inspired day hiker, you'll be far less intimidated by shifting outdoor conditions and more determined to be a bit bolder with your every step. And since it's a posh city-to-trail kick, it blends in with a crowd of people who wear sporty sneakers 24/7.

Pros

  • Triple-A stickiness
  • Super watertight
  • Nullifies pokes underfoot
  • Quite ventilated
  • Impressively comfy
  • Keeps gait upright
  • No in-shoe slippage
  • Charming looks

Cons

  • Debris-magnet sole
  • No wide option

Who should buy the On Cloudwander Waterproof

Modern design and dependable hiking prowess intersect in the On Cloudwander Waterproof. Buy it if:

  • You prefer hiking shoes Waterproof kicks that wont overheat your feet in warm conditions are what youre after.
  • Waterproof kicks that won't overheat your feet in warm conditions are what you're after.
  • Your next goal is to hike the entire day with fewer breaks than before.

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Who should not buy it

Stuck on you Flow District from Columbia is a great alternative to the Cloudwander Waterproof. And if a proper wide option is what you need, check out the Salomon OUTline GTX instead.

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The fantastic foothold of the Cloudwander Waterproof

Numerous hikers are floored by the Cloudwander Waterproof's intense grip. These review snippets support their observation:

  • "Wonderful grip."
  • "I didn't slip in these."
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  • "I've never felt like I was in danger of sliding."

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The fantastic foothold of the Cloudwander Waterproof

In terms of waterproofing, the On Cloudwander Waterproof is a force to be reckoned with. "Had dry socks when I got home," said an adventurer who walked in wet grass for two miles. "My feet remained completely dry!" said someone who used the shoe for a total of two hours during hurricane Ian.

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Mighty against poking hazards

Reviewers are impressed with the Cloudwander Waterproof's protective midsole. "The protection from sharp rocks is really good," says one of them. "I never felt the rocks or roots under my feet," says another.

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"Even though it was waterproof, my foot didn't sweat or get clammy," an experienced trail-goer said. Another reviewer has this in his report: "Does not feel hot and sweaty."

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On Cloudwander Waterproof: A giver of pleasurable hikes

The featured hiking shoe will let you wander in cloud-like comfort. Backing this statement are remarks such as "extremely comfortable underfoot" and "absolute comfort."

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Resilient for extended trail escapades

With comments like "very solid support over jagged rocks" and "they provide great arch support," the Cloudwander Waterproof is such a formidable ally for long hikes. And since the featured kick prevents in-shoe slippage, extended journeys will not translate to those dreaded blisters.

Stuck on you

Its holey sole unit can bring home something other than hiking fulfillment. "The tunnels at the heel can carry more sticky mud than I care for," says a trail-seeker. Another adventurer says that rocks tend to get stuck in one of the holes.

Wander in style in the Cloudwander Waterproof

Beauty is something the Cloudwander Waterproof has in spades, and hikers agree. "I appreciate the sleek design," says an outdoorsy individual. It's "very aesthetically pleasing," says another.

A demand for a wide version

There are those who find the Cloudwander Waterproof not being available in wide a missed opportunity. "I wish they came in a wide version," says one of them.