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Did On Inadvertently Design the Ideal Everyday Hiking Shoe?

Built for so-called urban exploration, On’s new walking shoe beckons for more demanding terrain.

Close-up of a yellow and brown On running shoe with cream laces and a green pull tab against a blue-gray background.On
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By Jack Seemer

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On may recommend its new shoe for “city strolls,” but frankly, that’s probably a bit reductive.

The upcoming Cloud 6 Geo Waterproof basically beckons for rugged outdoor usage. And if that isn’t evident by the name, it should be by the specs.

Pair of yellow and black athletic shoes with green pull tabs and unique segmented black soles.
The Cloud 6 Geo Waterproof is an upcoming model designed for urban exploration … and more.
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Built with a waterproof polyester upper, the shoe also features a multilayered mudguard and toecap, fashioned from ballistic nylon and “inspired by a topographic map,” On says.

Black low-top athletic shoe with mesh upper, lace toggle, and segmented sole on a white background.
On says the multilayered mudguard was inspired by outdoor topographic maps.
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Pair of black, yellow, and brown running shoes shown from the back with green pull tabs.
Fashioned out of ballistic nylon, the mudguard wraps around the entire shoe.
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It also boasts On’s proprietary Speedboard sandwiched in the midsole — a plate like those found in today’s top super shoes — to improve stability and nimbleness on variable terrain, as well as a Missiongrip outsole for reliable traction.

Pair of black and beige running shoe soles with segmented tread and "Speedboard" text visible.
The shoe features On’s proprietary Missiongrip outsole for reliable traction.
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Perhaps the most telling sign of its potential, however, are the technical no-tie toggle laces, which promise adjustability on the trail, not to mention an easy on and off after a long day of walking.

Pair of black On Cloud Quest Waterproof sneakers with elastic laces viewed from above on a white background.
Speed laces complete the outdoorsy look.
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Availability and pricing

According to the product page, the Cloud 6 Geo Waterproof is “coming soon.”

It costs $190 and launches in two colors, “Limelight and Safari” and black.

About the Author:

Jack Seemer is the executive editor at Gear Patrol, with over a decade of experience in product journalism. He currently reports on a wide range of topics, including footwear, watches, EDC, cookware and more.

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