Today, we introduce the Wade All City 12 Encore in the sleek ‘Avocado’ colorway! Right off the bat, its modern design impresses. Looking more like a lifestyle sneaker than a traditional basketball shoe. The upper combines leather, textile mesh, and welded TPUs. Ensuring a premium look and feel. Breathability shines through large honeycomb vents on both sides of the shoe, while the Gille-style lace loops and an oversized heel cup, featuring the Way of Wade logo, ensures excellent containment.
The exposed full-length BOOM midsole delivers a responsive, shock-absorbing ride, making it a reliable choice for game-day comfort. However, the standout feature is the wide base GCU Rubber Compound, developed by Li-Ning and the Way of Wade Brand.
GCU is short for Ground Control Unit. It is the breakthrough rubber compound developed by Way of Wade that delivers an all-weather, anti-slip and wear resistant performance and is now available in their latest best value ball kicks. Let’s check it out!
Despite the thin traction pattern, inspired by the WOW logo and lightning bolts, this shoe offers some of the best traction we’ve tested in a basketball shoe this year. The rubber compound grips both indoor and outdoor courts superbly and according to Way of Wade is built to last.
At just $149 USD, the Wade All City 12 Encore packs exceptional performance technology, making it one of the best value basketball shoes we’ve reviewed in 2024! While the shoe runs true to size, wide-footers should consider going half a size up due to the narrow midsection. They’re now available at wayofwade.com.
Check-out our last performance sneaker review HERE.
