Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6
Released 12/2024, Low Top, Dwyane Wade,
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Performance Ratings
8.5
EXPERT RATING
6 reviews
NA
USER RATING
0 ratings
Performance Summary
The Way of Wade Shadow 6 is a budget shoe with a near-top-tier performance. The traction and cushioning are standout features.
Pros
Impressive traction grip and bite
Boom foam is bouncy and responsive
Cons
Material quality could be better
Best Suitable For: This shoe offers something for all play styles but excels for explosive, snappy players.
Category Performance Ratings
9.0
Traction
Multidirectional traction pattern with durable rubber. Sticky, versatile grip on clean and dusty courts and reliable for quick cuts and stops.
8.9
Cushion
Full-length Boom foam with midfoot shank. Plush, bouncy, and protective ride with noticeable snap for launch.
7.9
Materials
Breathable mesh and textile upper. Lightweight and conforming in some colorways while other pairs feel thin and vary in durability.
8.7
Support
Midfoot torsional shank with firm heel counter. Strong heel lockdown, good lateral containment, and stable for quick direction changes.
8.0
Fit
True to size for most with a slightly slim forefoot. Good lockdown from lacing and may need brief break-in.
100%
Outdoor
Durable rubber outsole suitable for outdoor play. Tread holds up well on rough courts and maintains traction outdoors.
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Sizing
Generally true to size. Wide or 2E feet may prefer a half size up for more forefoot room.
narrow
wide
Width
Fits narrow to regular widths best. Forefoot skews slightly narrow and wide-foot players should size up or seek wider option.
Comparison to Similar Shoes:
 Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade All City 13 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 11 |  Li-Ning Way of Wade 12 |  Puma All Pro Nitro |  Under Armour Curry Series 7 | Add shoe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert Rating | 8.5 | 8.9(0.4) | 8.9(0.4) | 8.9(0.4) | 8.5(0.0) | 8.4(0.1) | |
| User Rating | NA | 9.3 | 9.5 | NA | 9.1 | NA | |
| Best Price | $119.99 | $149 | $225 | $199 $225 | $68.37 $130 | $159.99 | |
| Type of Cut | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | Low Top | |
| Weight | NA | NA | NA | NA | 380g - 400g | NA |
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Expert Reviews of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Rating: 8.5 (ranks #131 of 381)
10 - Amazing
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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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8.9
December 21, 2024
The Way of Wade Shadow 6 is fantastic for getting up and down the court. The shank and midsole foam also provide a lot of snap and pop.
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8.8
December 21, 2024
The Way of Wade Shadow 6 performed beyond my expectations. The shoe offers insane value for the price, particularly with cushioning.
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8.6
December 21, 2024
The Shadow 6 is a top-tier budget performer. The traction and cushioning are outstanding at this price.
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8.4
December 21, 2024
The Way of Wade Shadow 6 is a well-cushioned shoe with great traction performance.
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8.3
December 21, 2024
The Way of Wade Shadow 6 is a great shoe at a great price. I don't care for the materials but the traction, cushioning, and support are top-tier.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The Way of Wade Shadow 6 is an impressive shoe for the money. Its cushioning and traction are more than worth the price.
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User Reviews of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
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Traction of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Traction Rating: 9.0 (ranks #96 of 381)
User Traction Rating: NA
10 - Amazing
1
9 - Great
4
8 - Good
1
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
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10.0
December 21, 2024
The traction is surprisingly surefooted. I feel snappy going up and down the court.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
The traction performs very well. The grip is also fantastic.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
The traction performs very well. It holds up on clean and dusty courts.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
You'll stop on a dime playing on clean courts. It also holds its own on dusty courts.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
The traction performance is elite on clean and dirty floors.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The traction performance is above-average and the outsole is versatile.
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Cushion of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Cushion Rating: 8.9 (ranks #105 of 381)
User Cushion Rating: NA
10 - Amazing
0
9 - Great
6
8 - Good
0
7 - Average
0
6 - Subpar
0
5 - Poor
0
8.5
December 21, 2024
The Boom foam and the midfoot shank provide extra snap and launch.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
The cushioning is easily an A+. The shoe uses Li-Ning's Boom, which is soft, responsive, comfy, and bouncy.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
The full-length Boom feels impressive. It's suitable for all players.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
The Boom cushioning is my favourite part of the shoe. It offers solid impact protection and is fairly bouncy.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
This shoe has one of the best cushioning setups for the price. The full-length Boom foam is plush, soft, and bouncy.
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9.0
January 24, 2025
Full-length Boom cushioning is always a standout feature. There's plenty of impact protection provided.
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Materials of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Materials Rating: 7.9 (ranks #277 of 381)
User Materials Rating: NA
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
2
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
2
6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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9.0
December 21, 2024
There is a lot of mesh in the uppers. The stability and breathability are impressive.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
Materials are a strong aspect of the Shadow 6. It feels smooth and conforming, and everything is good to go.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The upper is a type of textile. It gets the job done performance-wise.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The materials on my pair are thin and soft. I'm not a fan of the laces though.
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6.5
December 21, 2024
I like materials the least on the shoe. The upper doesn't break in nicely or expand during play. I prefer mesh like some of the other colourways.
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7.0
January 24, 2025
The material quality varies depending on the colourway. We recommend going with the thinner, lighter pairs.
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Support of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Support Rating: 8.7 (ranks #110 of 381)
User Support Rating: NA
10 - Amazing
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9 - Great
4
8 - Good
2
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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9.0
December 21, 2024
I had zero heel slippage, and I love the shank. Lateral support and containment also feel good.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
My feet were contained perfectly during lateral movements.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
I didn't experience any issues with the support. I felt covered throughout all movements.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The support is surprisingly better than expected. The heel also feels sturdy.
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9.0
December 21, 2024
Support is a strong feature. I didn't have any issues during cuts and other movements.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The support is effective but nothing special. The torsional plate is substantial, and the upper feels structured and contained.
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Fit of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Fit Rating: 8.0 (ranks #245 of 381)
User Fit Rating: NA
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9 - Great
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8 - Good
6
7 - Average
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6 - Subpar
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5 - Poor
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The fit isn't too long or too wide. It feels comfortable.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The fit is slightly snug. I love the lacing setup for a custom fit.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
I felt good with my true size.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The shoe is slightly roomy and it fits me well.
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8.0
December 21, 2024
The fit feels snug. It's not uncomfortable but it doesn't break in much.
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8.0
January 24, 2025
The fit is true to size but slightly slim.
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Durability of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
User Durability Rating: NA
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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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Outdoor of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
Expert Outdoor Rating: 100.0 (ranks #3 of 381)
User Outdoor Rating: NA
Good (100%)
5
Fair (50%)
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Bad (0%)
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good
December 21, 2024
The tread will hold up well outdoors.
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good
December 21, 2024
The outsole looks durable enough for outdoor use.
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good
December 21, 2024
You should be fine for outdoor use.
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good
December 21, 2024
You can bring this pair outdoors and it will perform well.
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good
January 24, 2025
The rubber is durable enough for outdoor play.
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Width of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
very narrow
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slightly narrow
3
regular
3
slightly wide
0
very wide
0
regularly wide
December 21, 2024
2E feet can go true to size for a performance fit or up half a size for a roomier fit.
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regularly wide
December 21, 2024
The width is slightly snug. It feels average.
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slightly narrow
December 21, 2024
The forefoot is slightly narrow.
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regularly wide
December 21, 2024
The width is normal.
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slightly narrow
December 21, 2024
The width is slightly narrow.
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slightly narrow
January 24, 2025
The last is narrow.
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Size of the Li-Ning Wade Shadow 6:
very small
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slightly small
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true to size
6
slightly long
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very long
0
true to size
December 21, 2024
Narrow and medium feet can go true to size.
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true to size
December 21, 2024
I went true to size, but you can go up half a size too.
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true to size
December 21, 2024
The Shadow 6 runs true to size.
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true to size
December 21, 2024
I went true to size.
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true to size
December 21, 2024
I went true to size, but I recommend going up half a size.
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true to size
January 24, 2025
Go true to size.
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