Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra
Released 3/2025, Low Top, Dwyane Wade,
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8.8
EXPERT RATING
3 reviews
NA
USER RATING
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The Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra is a lively performer thanks to the bouncy cushioning.
Best Suitable For:
This shoe is best for smaller, quicker, more explosive players.
Price Comparison:
Available at 2 shops | Official Retail Price: $159.99
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Weight & Sizing:
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Comparison to Similar Shoes:
Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra |  Nike Air Zoom G.T. Cut |  Nike Lebron 21 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 12 |  Air Jordan 38 Low |  Adidas Harden Volume 8 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.8 | 8.8(0.0) | 8.9(0.1) | 8.9(0.1) | 8.6(0.2) | 8.6(0.2) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.3 | 9.2 | 9.4 | 9.2 | 9.1 | |
| Best Price | $159 | $59.99 $170 | $79.99 $200 | $149 | $129.99 $175 | $119.97 $160 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | 410g - 430g | NA | NA | NA | 450g - 450g |
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Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra Review
Pros:
Cushioning is outstanding
Fast and reliable traction
Cons:
The fit feels long
Drop-in midsole is high off the ground
Performance of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
The Li-Ning Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra is an incredible performance shoe.
Li-Ning's traction remains top-tier. It grips the court well and is durable enough for some outdoor usage.
The Super Boom drop-in midsole is one of the best cushioning setups. It's light and bouncy.
The materials are also lightweight, and the upper is thin but comfortable.
Support and lockdown are not an issue. The containment is excellent, and the shoe feels stable.
The fit can feel long and snug, but the snugness breaks in over time.
Overall, the Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra is one of the best shoes on the market. Li-Ning tuned the drop-in midsole very well.
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Expert Reviews of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Rating: 8.8 (ranks #38 of 347)
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9.0
April 12, 2025
This shoe is extremely lightweight, has phenomenal traction, and outstanding cushioning.
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9.0
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
The Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra offers insane performance at its price point. The traction is the standout feature, but the cushioning is also impressive.
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8.8
April 12, 2025
The Li-Ning Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra is a lively shoe. The bounce is incredible, and the traction is also top-notch.
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8.6
April 12, 2025
The Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra is lighter, breathable, and bouncier. It's an all-around upgrade and one of the best performers available.
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8.6
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
The Li-Ning Way of Wade 808 5 Ultra is worth the money. The drop-in midsole feels crazy and is one of the best available.
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User Reviews of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
No user reviews so far
Traction of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.7 (ranks #6 of 347)
User Traction Rating: NA
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10.0
April 12, 2025
The traction performance is amazing. It's top-tier traction and feels phenomenal.
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10.0
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
The traction performance is insane. This outsole sticks to the court like glue.
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10.0
April 12, 2025
The outsole grips well, and the shoe feels ridiculously fast.
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9.0
April 12, 2025
Traction is excellent. It's exactly what I expected.
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9.0
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
You won't have issues with clean courts, and only need occasional wiping on dusty courts.
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Cushion of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Cushion Rating: 10.0 (ranks #1 of 347)
User Cushion Rating: NA
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10.0
April 12, 2025
The cushioning is my favourite part of this shoe. The step-in comfort is the softest I've felt, and I love the court feel.
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10.0
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
This drop-in midsole offers impact protection, bounce, and energy return. I'm a big fan.
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10.0
April 12, 2025
The drop-in midsole feels like a trampoline. The bounce is no joke.
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10.0
April 12, 2025
The new drop-in midsole is much better than expected. The Super Boom foam is lighter but just as bouncy. It's also soft and comfortable.
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10.0
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
Cushioning is the biggest selling point. The drop-in midsole feels crazy bouncy and springy, and it provides a lot of impact protection, too.
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Materials of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #187 of 347)
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8.0
April 12, 2025
The upper is a textile mesh material. It's thin and has no break-in time. I like the comfort and air flow.
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8.0
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
The materials are thinner and lighter, but still supportive. There's also adequate padding.
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8.0
April 12, 2025
The padding is moderate and comfortable.
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8.0
April 12, 2025
The materials are nice and breathable. You get a lot of air flow.
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8.0
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
The materials feel iffy, but the mesh on my pair is comfortable.
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Support of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Support Rating: 8.3 (ranks #198 of 347)
User Support Rating: NA
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9.0
April 12, 2025
The support and lockdown are amazing. My foot was well-contained, and I wasn't moving on the footbed.
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9.0
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
This shoe is very supportive, and I felt locked in.
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8.0
April 12, 2025
I barely had any heel slippage.
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8.0
April 12, 2025
I like the carbon shank and the fit.
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8.0
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
I like the structured, rigid heel counter and didn't have issues with support and lockdown.
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Fit of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #223 of 347)
User Fit Rating: NA
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8.0
April 12, 2025
The toe box feels snug, but I like how it feels.
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8.0
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
The fit is slightly long but not uncomfortable.
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8.0
April 12, 2025
Fit is the one thing players need to look out for because the shoe is low profile and high off the ground. It's also longer than normal.
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8.0
April 12, 2025
The fit is comfortable. It's a bit snug, but it breaks in nicely.
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8.0
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
I felt comfortable with the fit.
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Durability of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
User Durability Rating: NA
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Outdoor of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 66.7 (ranks #88 of 347)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
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good
April 12, 2025
The durability should hold up well outdoors.
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good
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
This pair is good for outdoor play.
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fair
April 12, 2025
This is one of the few shoes with a shallow tread pattern that can play outdoors.
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fair
April 12, 2025
I think this outsole will be fine for outdoor play.
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Width of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
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slightly narrow
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
The midfoot feels slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
April 12, 2025
Players with 2E feet can go true to size but need an extended break-in time.
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regularly wide
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
I have slightly wide feet and had no issues with this shoe.
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Size of the Li-Ning Wade 808 5 Ultra:
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true to size
April 12, 2025
I suggest going true to size.
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true to size
Yesterday at 06:58 PM
I would go true to size.
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true to size
April 12, 2025
Narrow feet can go true to size for a regular fit or down half a size for length reduction. Medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
April 12, 2025
My recommendation is to stick true to size.
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true to size
Yesterday at 06:59 PM
I went true to size.
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