Li-Ning Liren 5 V2 "Morning and Evening" ABAV059-7 - Basketball Shoe Unisex Purple Lavender
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$180.00 USD
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The Li-Ning Liren 5 V2 "Morning and Evening" (ABAV059-7) is a visually striking low-top performance basketball shoe that captures the transition from twilight to dusk. A deep, moody violet-purple base bleeds into shifting lavender and pink gradient highlights — a favorite among quick guards who demand elite lateral caging and a smooth, fluid ride without sacrificing stability.
Design & Aesthetic
- Twilight Concept: Deep violet and purple textile weave contrasted by a lighter lavender tongue and inner lining.
- Gradient Accents: Lateral TPU support wings and midsole showcase a smooth pink-to-purple gradient shift, mimicking a sunset sky.
- Metallic Hits: Subtle metallic/reflective branding details catch the light elegantly on the court.
Performance & Cushioning Architecture
- Polymer Core Drive System (PCDS): Full-length Li-Ning BOOM supercritical foam core embedded inside an 8-shaped Pebax propulsion plate. Smooths heel-to-toe transitions and snaps back rapidly during toe-off.
- Low-Volume Court Feel: Rides closer to the hardwood than the V1. A soft mesh strobel board sits directly beneath the insole for a plush, immediate step-in feel optimized for speed.
- Lateral Containment: Aggressive TPU perimeter cage resists midsole deformation, keeping the foot locked squarely over the footbed during hard cuts and step-backs.
Traction & Build Quality
- TPU Yarn Upper: High-tensile TPU yarn construction delivers an ultra-thin, highly breathable shell that holds its shape under heavy structural strain.
- TUFF RB Outsole: Li-Ning’s rugged, high-wear rubber compound built for long-term durability.
- Hybrid Traction: Split tread design — tight herringbone on the medial side for hard driving, wavy broken patterns on the lateral edge for stopping power. Bites hard on dusty floors and holds up well outdoors.
Sizing & Fit
- Narrow to Normal Feet: True to size (TTS) for a glove-like, highly technical midfoot lockdown.
- Wide Feet (2E+): Go up a half size. The TPU yarn upper does not stretch or break in easily — wide footers or players with high arches risk excessive side pressure at TTS.