Li-Ning Wade 808 2
Released 9/2022, Low Top, Dwyane Wade,Â
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8.7
EXPERT RATING
3 reviews
9.1
USER RATING
6 ratings
The Wade 808 2 offers fantastic traction and a versatile drop-in midsole.
Best Suitable For:
Players who are fans of the Kobe 9 traction and cushioning setup
Category Performance Ratings:
Weight & Sizing:
Weight:
light
heavy
Sizing:
small
large
Width:
narrow
wide
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Li-Ning Wade 808 2 |  Air Jordan 36 Low |  Nike KD 15 |  Puma Clyde All-Pro |  Nike Lebron 20 |  Puma MB.01 Lo | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.7 | 9.2(0.5) | 9.0(0.3) | 9.1(0.4) | 8.8(0.1) | 8.9(0.2) | |
| User Rating | 9.1 | 9.1(0.0) | 9.4(0.3) | 9.1(0.0) | 9.1(0.0) | 8.7(0.4) | |
| Best Price | $119 | $124.99 $185 | $149.99 | $129.99 | $200 | $120 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 400g - 420g | NA | 370g - 390g | 360g - 380g | 390g - 410g | NA |
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Li-Ning Wade 808 2 Review
Pros:
Traction grips courts hard
Comfortable drop-in midsole
Cons:
Cushioning on hard impact can be better
The fit is slightly long
Performance of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
The traction of the Wade 808 2 is grippy and reminiscent of the Kobe 9 traction. The rubber is also hard enough to take outdoors.
Li-Ning's drop-in midsole is comfortable, and it feels bouncy. The only downside is the impact protection on hard landings.
Reviewers describe the materials on the shoe as minimal and breathable.
Despite not having an outrigger, the shoe has plenty of lateral containment and stability.
Overall, the Li-Ning Wade 808 2 is a versatile shoe with enough traction and cushioning for most players.
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Expert Reviews of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Rating:Â 8.7Â (ranks #56 of 233)
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
3
8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.8
October 10, 2022
The Wade 808 2 is a top two or three performer on the market. The traction is phenomenal, the materials are supportive, and I love the drop-in midsole.
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8.6
September 20, 2022
The Way of Wade 808 2 feels like a Kobe 8 reincarnated. I enjoy the drop-in midsole, and the traction feels sticky.
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8.6
September 30, 2022
The Way of Wade 808 2 is a speedy shoe that's low to the ground, and the traction offers a lot of grip. More advanced footwork players will benefit the most from this shoe.
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User Reviews of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
User Rating:Â 9.1Â (ranks #34 of 233)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.2
October 8, 2022
Traction is top tier. I’ve never had this much court feel before so i was worried about cushion but after logging 10+ hours I did not notice any pain at all from the shoes. Fit is narrow and tight at first but quickly molded perfectly to my feet. I don’t have wide feet though, wide footers be careful. My favorite shoe to play in right now.
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8.7
October 1, 2022
I love them. The traction is good, cushion is decent. Lockdown is good. I felt very fast in this shoe. It is a responsive cushion setup, but I played several hours in the shoes and my legs felt fine.
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9.3
November 3, 2022
great shoe, great price, great everything. The biggest problem is that they don't have more colorways
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10.0
November 17, 2022
User didn't add a summary.
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Traction of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Traction Rating:Â 9.3Â (ranks #31 of 233)
User Traction Rating:Â 9.7Â (ranks #15 of 233)
10 - Amazing
5
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
10.0
October 10, 2022
The traction has a hard bite, and it performs well on dust, too. It reminds me of the Kobe 9 traction.
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9.0
September 20, 2022
The traction is gnarly. The rubber is pliable and sticky.
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9.0
September 30, 2022
The outsole tread is pretty good. The rubber is malleable, and it grips well on indoor courts.
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Cushion of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Cushion Rating:Â 9.0Â (ranks #46 of 233)
User Cushion Rating:Â 9.2Â (ranks #47 of 233)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
9.0
October 10, 2022
One of my favourite parts of the shoe is the drop-in midsole. It offers a lot of step-in comfort, and it feels plush. The only downside is the impact protection not being the best.
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9.0
September 20, 2022
The drop-in midsole is Li-Ning Cloud Plus which feels bouncier than regular Cloud foam. It's also protective in the heel and low to the ground.
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9.0
September 30, 2022
The Cloud foam feels rubbery and bouncy. The shoe's rebound on landings could be better. It does do a solid job of providing impact protection, though.
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Materials of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Materials Rating:Â 8.3Â (ranks #94 of 233)
User Materials Rating:Â 9.0Â (ranks #36 of 233)
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9 - Great
5
8 - Good
3
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
October 10, 2022
I like the mesh materials on the foot. It doesn't feel cheap or flimsy while being minimal and supportive.
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8.0
September 20, 2022
There's a dual-layered mesh upper that is breathable and comfortable.
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8.0
September 30, 2022
The upper is minimalist, and the shoe reminds me of a soccer cleat with how low it is. The laces are long and flimsy, though.
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Support of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Support Rating:Â 8.7Â (ranks #74 of 233)
User Support Rating:Â 8.8Â (ranks #94 of 233)
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
1
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.0
October 10, 2022
The drop-in midsole offers a lot of lateral containment. Lateral stability is also covered. My heel did feel a tiny bit insecure, though.
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9.0
September 20, 2022
The heel cup and materials lock your foot down securely. The purple plastic on the side of the shoe is also extremely supportive.
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9.0
September 30, 2022
The TPU plating on the lateral side of the shoe keeps you contained. The stability is also impressive.
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Fit of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Fit Rating:Â 8.0Â (ranks #158 of 233)
User Fit Rating:Â 9.3Â (ranks #16 of 233)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
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8 - Good
3
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.0
October 10, 2022
My pair fits well, but to get a more snug fit on my foot, I would've preferred getting the shoe in my actual size.
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8.0
September 20, 2022
The shoe looks narrow, but there's enough space. It doesn't feel snug.
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8.0
September 30, 2022
The fit is long and narrow but comfortable.
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Durability of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
User Durability Rating:Â 9.7Â (ranks #14 of 233)
10 - Amazing
2
9 - Great
1
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
Outdoor of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
Expert Outdoor Rating:Â 66.7Â (ranks #66 of 233)
User Outdoor Rating:Â 75.0Â (ranks #54 of 233)
Good (100%)
2
Fair (50%)
3
Bad (0%)
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good
October 10, 2022
The rubber compound looks durable enough for outdoor play.
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fair
September 20, 2022
I think you can use this outdoors.
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fair
September 30, 2022
The rubber is durable as long as you aren't a heavy dragger.
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Width of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
4
regular
5
slightly wide
0
very wide
0
regularly wide
October 10, 2022
The toe box is snug, but the width is solid.
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regularly wide
September 20, 2022
Wide-footers go half a size up.
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slightly narrow
September 30, 2022
If you are a 2E-width foot, this shoe will be frustrating because of the TPU wing.
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Size of the Li-Ning Wade 808 2:
very small
0
slightly small
1
true to size
6
slightly long
2
very long
0
½ size small
October 10, 2022
I went half a size up, as Li-Ning recommends. It feels like I could've gone down half a size for a snug fit. I still recommend going up half a size for most people.
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true to size
September 20, 2022
Regular footers go true to size.
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true to size
September 30, 2022
Narrow and regular footers may go down half a size for a 1-to-1 snug fit or go true to size for more forgiveness.
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