Li-Ning Red Hare 9 PRO "Black Green" ARPW001-3 - Running Shoe Unisex
Li-Ning Red Hare 9 PRO — The Daily Trainer That Beats the Pegasus
Runners who've tried it don't go back. The Red Hare 9 PRO in Black Green (ARPW001-3) — often listed simply as Black — is Li-Ning's 2026 premium all-round trainer built to outperform western mainstays like the Nike Pegasus. Lighter, more stable, and more energetic, it handles everything from slow recovery miles to faster tempo efforts without missing a beat. Whether you're logging daily 5–15km runs, prepping for a marathon, or hitting a fitness test, this is the shoe that shows up every time.
"Much better than the Pegasus 41 — the BOOM foam is more energetic and the platform is more stable." — AskRunningShoeGeeks community, Reddit
Key Performance Features
- Dual-Density BOOM Midsole — Supercritical fluid foaming technology tuned to be 8% softer and more responsive than the previous generation, delivering superior energy return on every stride.
- Winged PROBAR LOC Plate — A torsion plate embedded in the arch, now exposed on both medial and lateral sides, providing enhanced stability and reducing fatigue across long runs and threshold sessions.
- BOOM FIBER Upper — A breathable, race-like textile upper that resists deformation and keeps the shoe ultra-lightweight for all-day comfort.
- GCR (Ground Control Rubber) Outsole — A lightweight, tacky rubber engineered for superior grip on wet surfaces and durability for 300+ km of use.
Technical Specifications
- Weight: ~248g (Men's US Size 9) — significantly lighter than many western trainers
- Stack Height: 36mm heel / 28mm forefoot (8mm drop)
- Recommended Pace: 4:30 – 6:30 min/km
- Style Code: ARPW001-3
- Colorway: Black Green
PRO vs. Ultra — Which One Is Right for You?
The Red Hare 9 PRO is your go-to for daily miles and threshold work — stable, snappy, and built for speed. The Red Hare 9 Ultra is a max-stack cruiser with a 46mm stack height and triple-layer midsole for a pure, bouncy recovery feel. Choose PRO for performance. Choose Ultra for recovery days.