Li-Ning Feidian 6 Elite vs Feidian 6 Ultra

The Li-Ning Feidian 6 Ultra and Li-Ning Feidian 6 Elite are closely related carbon-plated racers that use the same Super Boom foam compound, but they feel quite different underfoot. The 6 Elite is the more cushioned and forgiving option, especially under the forefoot, making it better suited to long runs and runners who want a more approachable marathon racer. The 6 Ultra feels more specialized and more structured, largely because of its unusual asymmetric, two-tier carbon plate. Instead of using a simpler, flatter plate layout, the plate sits on two separate levels with a gap under the midfoot, which gives the shoe a very propulsive feel when you load the heel or forefoot cleanly.