Adidas Dame 8
Released 12/2021, Low Top, Damian Lillard,
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7.9
EXPERT RATING
7 reviews
8.6
USER RATING
56 ratings
Damian Lillard's latest shoe is fun but inconsistent.
Best Suitable For:
Recommended if you play on clean courts and looking for comfortable, supportive shoes.
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Available at 4 shops | Official Retail Price: $119.99
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Adidas Dame 8 |  Jordan Why Not Zero.6 |  Jordan Zion 3 |  Jordan Luka 2 |  Jordan Tatum 2 |  Li-Ning Wade Shadow 5 | Add shoe | |
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| Expert Rating | 7.9 | 7.9(0.0) | 8.0(0.1) | 8.3(0.4) | 7.6(0.3) | 8.0(0.1) | |
| User Rating | 8.6 | 8.6(0.0) | 8.0(0.6) | 8.6(0.0) | 6.6(2.0) | 9.2(0.6) | |
| Best Price | $130 | $99.99 $140 | $77.97 $140 | $71.97 $130 | $124.99 | $119 $130 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | 390g - 410g | 380g - 390g | NA | 390g - 410g | NA | NA |
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Adidas Dame 8 Review
Pros:
Bounce Pro cushion is great
Very supportive
Cons:
Traction is inconsistent on dust
Performance of the Adidas Dame 8:
The latest entry in Damian Lillard's signature shoe line with Adidas, the Dame 8, features a new cushion setup. It utilizes Bounce Pro, a cushion that is a pleasure to play in and feels great underfoot.
When it comes to the traction, the Dame 8 is too inconsistent. Dust is a big problem for these.
The materials are light and feel comfortable on foot.
Make sure to get the right size as the fit can be tricky for those that prefer a snug fit.
The support and lockdown are also not an issue at all for these.
Overall, the Adidas Dame 8 has a few pros going for it, but it doesn't quite live up to the performance of some of the earlier models in the lineup.
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Expert Reviews of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Rating: 7.9 (ranks #256 of 303)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.6
February 22, 2022
Overall, I think the performance of the Adidas Dame 8 will suit many players. The shoe definitely delivers as my only gripes were minor.
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8.4
January 6, 2022
Overall, the Adidas Dame 8 is a solid pickup at its current price point. The inconsistency with the traction is the only downside. The cushion is an improvement from last year and the fit and support were perfect.
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8.2
January 22, 2022
The Adidas Dame 8 is a great pick for players looking for easy push-off power or stability for hard pivoting. They're also versatile as they play well on different surfaces and can accommodate many foot shapes.
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7.8
January 8, 2022
The Adidas Dame 8 could have been a strong performer but are held back by the traction. I had a lot of problems when it came to slippage. Other than that, the materials are comfortable, and the cushion provides a good amount of impact protection.
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7.8
January 22, 2022
The Dame 8 plays very similarly to the Dame 7 even with the slight changes made. Still a well-balanced shoe overall, nothing stands out in a good or bad way.
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7.4
January 11, 2022
The Adidas Dame 8's Bounce Pro cushion setup is a joy to play in. However, other aspects of the shoe, such as traction and fit, are too inconsistent for me to recommend these.
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7.2
February 22, 2022
I had high hopes for the Adidas Dame 8, but the traction didn't work for me, and the materials had a lot of room for improvement.
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User Reviews of the Adidas Dame 8:
User Rating: 8.6 (ranks #154 of 303)
10 - Amazing
9
9 - Great
22
8 - Good
21
7 - Average
3
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
0
9.7
June 21, 2023
I don't play in an actual court, I use an outside one and I actually play good on it because of these shoes. Yeah they do collect dust easy but that's the only problem. I play as a small forward because I'm a pretty big guy and if you're a big i would suggest these, I'm not like a dunker i'm more of a shooting big. But even when i do dunk i feel damn good in these, the responsiveness is amazing too and it has good cushion but not too cushiony. They're a 9.7/10 for me.
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7.8
January 14, 2023
I thought the Dame 8 would perform better. Traction was below average, collection dust really easily and you don't wanna use these outdoors. The Cushion was pretty good but the shoe was slightly long and a bit wide for my normal size (9.5 US Mens). The ankle support wasn't to great and the materials weren't to breathable.
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7.0
May 10, 2023
This shoe has great traction and does well on dusty floors. This shoe is not good for narrow feet they run wider than normal and they also run bigger than normal. So I’d definitely recommend you size down. The only thing I didn’t like about them is that it took awhile to brake them in.
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9.4
February 2, 2023
The shoe is defiantly for a guard or a small forward. The grip is similar to the Kyrie Infinity. The acceleration is amazing, and the shoes allow you to fly. Also, good for shooting and driving. They're awesome for guard activities (generating points, handles, etc.)
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8.3
July 18, 2022
Solid shoe with a very good cushion.Its also very stylish,I would recommend it for any player who want a responsive shoe with great cushion.The only thing that is not so good is the traction because the shoe picks up very much dust.
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Traction of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Traction Rating: 7.3 (ranks #278 of 303)
User Traction Rating: 8.1 (ranks #214 of 303)
10 - Amazing
7
9 - Great
10
8 - Good
28
7 - Average
11
6 - Subpar
6
5 - Poor
1
9.0
February 22, 2022
The traction stuck to the court well for me. It bit really well to clean courts but picked up dust easily.
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8.0
January 6, 2022
The Dame 8 features a modified herringbone pattern for the most part, and it performs alright. You won't have issues on clean courts, but mild dust can cause problems when making hard lateral movements.
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9.0
January 22, 2022
It has a surprisingly tacky feeling outsole. The tread pattern also allows the shoe to feel quick.
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6.0
January 8, 2022
The traction was not good at all. I slipped a lot even after breaking them in for a few hours.
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7.0
January 22, 2022
The traction is definitely good, but maybe not great.
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6.0
January 11, 2022
On a clean court, you won't have any problems. However, if the court is dusty, these were terrible. It's a dust magnet, and it takes a lot of effort to wipe.
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6.0
February 22, 2022
The traction picks up dust regardless of the court conditions. It did not perform well for me, which was disappointing.
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Cushion of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.3 (ranks #173 of 303)
User Cushion Rating: 8.8 (ranks #113 of 303)
10 - Amazing
16
9 - Great
23
8 - Good
18
7 - Average
3
6 - Subpar
3
5 - Poor
0
9.0
February 22, 2022
The cushion feels bouncy and soft. I enjoyed my time playing in this shoe.
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8.0
January 6, 2022
Adidas is using a new setup they're calling Bounce Pro. It offers a lot of impact protection in the heel before tapering off into a more firm cushion in the forefoot. It feels more fluid than the Dame 7 setup.
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8.0
January 22, 2022
The new Bounce Pro cushion used in the Dame 8 is an upgrade from regular Bounce. It feels denser than traditional Bounce while still feeling light compared to Boost.
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9.0
January 8, 2022
I was surprised by how nice the Bounce Pro felt. It provides a lot of impact protection and compression in the heel. It does get more firm in the forefoot, though.
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8.0
January 22, 2022
The dual-density Bounce Pro cushion feels solid in a good way.
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8.0
January 11, 2022
The Bounce Pro cushion has a lot of impact protection. It also feels soft yet bouncy.
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8.0
February 22, 2022
Adidas uses Bounce Pro in the Dame 8. The dual-density Bounce feels nice, but the shank plate makes it hard to flex the shoe.
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Materials of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Materials Rating: 8.0 (ranks #192 of 303)
User Materials Rating: 8.5 (ranks #120 of 303)
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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8.0
February 22, 2022
Materials on the shoe aren't the most premium, but they get the job done.
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8.0
January 6, 2022
There is a decent quality mesh used for the majority of the shoe. However, there are textiles mixed into the high wear areas.
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8.0
January 22, 2022
The upper on these Dames are some of the most rugged designs in recent years. The only concern is that toe dragging can wear away at the materials.
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8.0
January 8, 2022
The materials feel solid. I had no issues, and they are comfortable on foot.
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8.0
January 22, 2022
There is nothing super special about the materials, but it is light and breathable.
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8.0
January 11, 2022
A textile mesh makes up a majority of the shoe. The materials are soft and feel cozy on foot.
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8.0
February 22, 2022
The materials look nice, but they could've been better support-wise. They performed decently enough, though.
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Support of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Support Rating: 8.3 (ranks #182 of 303)
User Support Rating: 8.6 (ranks #157 of 303)
10 - Amazing
13
9 - Great
22
8 - Good
18
7 - Average
9
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
February 22, 2022
I never had any issues with the support and lockdown. The heel counter and width of the shoe help keep you secure.
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9.0
January 6, 2022
I had zero issues with support and lockdown. There were no issues with sliding on the footbed or heel slippage.
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9.0
January 22, 2022
They provide a strong stitched reinforcement. The heel lockdown allows for next to no heel slippage, but it causes these to feel long and boxy.
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8.0
January 8, 2022
I experienced a tad bit of heel slippage, but it didn't affect me at all once I started playing. Otherwise, I felt locked down.
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8.0
January 22, 2022
I had no issues with the support. The cushion and upper combine to keep you contained.
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8.0
January 11, 2022
I had no issues with lateral containment. Lateral stability was also good.
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7.0
February 22, 2022
The upper of the shoe and lacing system did not have the support that I would've liked.
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Fit of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Fit Rating: 7.7 (ranks #266 of 303)
User Fit Rating: 8.6 (ranks #147 of 303)
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
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7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
1
8.0
February 22, 2022
There is some extra length and room in the toe box that had me questioning the fit at times, but overall it was good.
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9.0
January 6, 2022
The Dame 8 is more accomodating than last year's model. I didn't experience any type of tightness or pressure with these.
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7.0
January 22, 2022
The fit is the biggest con of the shoe. They fit generously because of the space in the toe box area.
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8.0
January 8, 2022
I had no issues at all when it came to the fit of the Adidas Dame 8.
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8.0
January 22, 2022
The shoe has a little too much room towards the front of the shoe.
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7.0
January 11, 2022
The fit was not the best for me. There was too much room in the toe box area, and it does stretch out after breaking in.
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7.0
February 22, 2022
Similar to other Adidas shoes, the forefoot area could be more secure. The shoe was also roomy in the toe box in terms of length.
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Durability of the Adidas Dame 8:
User Durability Rating: 8.9 (ranks #78 of 303)
10 - Amazing
15
9 - Great
18
8 - Good
14
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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Outdoor of the Adidas Dame 8:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 50.0 (ranks #118 of 303)
User Outdoor Rating: 79.5 (ranks #75 of 303)
Good (100%)
26
Fair (50%)
13
Bad (0%)
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fair
January 22, 2022
They're one of the better shoes on the market for combined outdoor and indoor play.
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fair
January 22, 2022
I tested these outdoors and didn't see a lot of fraying.
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fair
January 11, 2022
The grooves are thick, and the rubber looks like it could hold up.
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Width of the Adidas Dame 8:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
3
regular
32
slightly wide
23
very wide
3
regularly wide
February 22, 2022
The width was on the money for me.
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slightly wide
January 6, 2022
I have a slightly wide foot, and going down half a size was not an issue for me.
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regularly wide
January 22, 2022
The toe box accommodates narrow, medium, and wide widths.
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regularly wide
January 22, 2022
User didn't add a summary.
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slightly wide
January 11, 2022
I would say these are slightly wide.
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Size of the Adidas Dame 8:
very small
1
slightly small
5
true to size
29
slightly long
25
very long
3
true to size
February 22, 2022
Going true to size was the best decision.
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½ size large
January 6, 2022
I would say that these run half a size big.
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½ size large
January 22, 2022
If you have a narrow foot or short toes, I would be going down half a size.
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true to size
January 8, 2022
I went true to size and had no issues.
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½ size large
January 22, 2022
I would suggest going down half a size.
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½ size large
January 11, 2022
These run long, so I would suggest going down half a size.
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½ size large
February 22, 2022
I had to go half a size down.
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