Way of Wade stems from Li-Ning, just like Jordan Brand stems from Nike and Curry Brand from Under Armour. It’s Dwyane Wade’s own brand. That alone is an achievement for any athlete. With the Way of Wade brand, officially established in 2012, comes a repertoire of basketball shoes that have only gotten better and better with every year.
Although some would say they borrow designs from other brands too often, their top-tier performance is undeniable. And that’s why we’ve created our list of the current Best Way of Wade Basketball Shoes.
WOW is quickly becoming a very solid brand of its own and has put out some surprisingly excellent performance basketball shoes. They have already had several models make our list of the best basketball shoes of the season, which is no easy feat. Way of Wade has also recently launched an online store that ships internationally. So if you’re interested in trying out their various products, you can now do so from anywhere in the world.
Last updated 05.16.2023
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Way of Wade 10
The Li-Ning Way of Wade 10 is as tech-heavy as it gets in a signature shoe from any brand. And what’s great is that Li-Ning provides you with a breakdown of everything in the shoe. For support, they have a full-length carbon fiber torsional plate that also acts as a spring plate. The cushion is also beefed up with the brand’s BOOM cushion.
It feels like Zoom Air took steroids and was put under your feet. These are one heck of a shoe to play in. If you’re a fan of DWade or want to try non-mainstream shoes, this sneaker is for you. It’s the best sneaker in Li-Ning’s basketball shoe lineup. See the full review. Price: $225-240
Way of Wade Son of Flash
The Way of Wade Son of Flash was an easy pick as the best outdoor basketball shoe of the year. That is because there are almost no shoes on the market today built specifically for outdoor use, but also because it is a great basketball shoe in general.
With the Way of Wade Son of Flash, you get aggressive and resilient traction, very nice and reactive cushioning, and a well-built layered upper that is built to do battle outdoors for hours on end. Read full review. Price: $135
Way of Wade All City 11
The Way of Wade All City 11 could easily be the most versatile shoe in Way of Wade’s arsenal. The All-City 11 is equipped with an aggressive full-length herringbone traction pattern that grips the court very well, full-length Boom cushioning, and a well-constructed upper that offers great support and containment. It’s a shoe that will work well for all positions on the floor and most body types, as well as hold up well outdoors. Another great shoe from Way of Wade. Read the full review. Price: $149
Way of Wade All City 10 V2
The Way of Wade All City 10 V2 made several upgrades from the regular Way of Wade All City 10. It’s not that that model was a bad one. Wade just wanted to make it better. One of the best features is the functional midfoot strap. Most straps on performance basketball sneakers don’t work and are there for the placebo effect. However, this one locks you down to the footbed for better containment. The heel is also well-sculpted and padded. See the full review. Price: $149
Wade 808 2
The Wade 808 2 brings back a technology we all loved: drop-in midsoles. They were most popular on various Nike Kobe models and the Nike LeBron 11, and even appeared on the Harden Vol 5. The drop-in for this pair is pure Cloud foam which is plush and comfortable. You can also exchange it for the BOOM drop-in from the Li-Ning Wade 808 2 Ultra.
It’s awesome when you can customize the cushion to your preferences, so this shoe has garnered a lot of praise online alongside a bunch of fans. See the full review. Price: $119 $109
Wade 808 V2 Ultra
The Wade 808 2 Ultra is the upgraded version of the Wade 808 2. The most significant difference is the drop-in midsole. While the regular version features Cloud foam, this version showcases Li-Ning’s BOOM. It’s thicker, does a better job with impact protection, and is interchangeable. The upper also has updates like an inner booty, sock-like construction, and an actual carbon fiber heel counter. The 808 2 Ultra works well if you’re into all the bells and whistles. See the full review. Price: $159
Way of Wade All City 10
The Li-Ning Wade All City 10 feels just as good, if not better, than its predecessor, the Li-Ning Wade All City 9, and is proof that Li-Ning Basketball Shoes are carving out a niche for themselves in the marketplace. What you see on the outside as the midsole is just a carrier. Inside it is BOOM which provides a lot of impact protection and feedback.
Wade’s Probar Loc technology is also in place. It’s a double-layered support system. Most of the upper is woven, with some additional overlays for added resistance to wear and tear during play. The outsole is durable, but that’s expected with Chinese-branded shoes. See the full review. Price: $150
Best Outdoor Way of Wade Basketball Shoes 2023
Way of Wade All City 10 V2
The Way of Wade All City 10 V2 has thick rubber and cushioning for long hours on the blacktop and concrete. The shoe features Li-Ning’s BOOM cushioning, which runs about three-quarters length of the midsole. The heel counter and sculpting around that area are amazing, so you stay supported on the hard and sometimes cracked outdoor courts. See the full review. Price: $149
Best Budget Way of Wade Basketball Shoes 2023
Wade Ice Blood V2
The Wade Ice Blood V2 is basically D’Angelo Russel‘s signature shoe. This shoe is named after Russel’s famous celebration, where he yells out “Ice in My Veins.” The midsole features Light Foam, Li-Ning, and Way of Wade’s proprietary foam compound.
The upper is primarily built with mesh, reinforced with fuse overlays and stitching reinforcements. The back collar and heel area are made up of a comfortable micro-molded mesh. Price: $99
Best Value Way of Wade Basketball Shoes 2023
Wade Shadow 4
The Wade Shadow 4 looks like the Air Jordan 34, especially in the rear area. This shoe features a dual-cushioning system. Most of the midsole is Cloud Foam, which is comfortable by itself.
It houses an additional BOOM puck in the forefoot, much like how Jordan Brand and Nike use Zoom Air. The upper is almost all screen mesh with fuse in the high-wear areas for added durability. Price: $119
So, there you have it, that’s our (current) list of the Best Way of Wade Basketball shoes to date. If you think we are missing any Way of Wade model that you think should make our list, please let us know. Comment below, DM, or tweet us with the Way of Wade basketball shoes we should add.
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