Li-Ning Liren 4 V2 評測: Is It Still Worth It?

Li-Ning Liren 4 V2 評測: Is It Still Worth It?

The Liren 4 V2 has become one of those 鞋款 whose reputation depends heavily on which 評測 you found first. One well-watched Chinese 評測 treated it as a broad disappoint男款t. Other testers called it a highly capable all-rounder for light and midweight guards. Longer owner reports are similarly split on 抓地力, yet much more consistent about its low 球場 feel, secure heel, and strong lateral 支撐.

That disagree男款t is useful. It points to the real story: Li-Ning revised the 鞋款 during its retail life. Early releases commonly appea紅色 with a GCU outsole, while later ABAU037 releases commonly use Tuff RB rubber. There also appear to be batch-level changes inside those broad groups. The Liren 4 V2 is still worth buying, but “which version?” has to come before “what score?”

First, turn the 鞋款 over

‘Liren 4 V2’ describes the silhouette, not one perfectly uniform retail specification. The cleanest dividing line is the outsole. Early ABAU059 顏色ways are commonly associated with GCU, while later ABAU037 顏色ways generally use Tuff RB rubber. That is a useful shortcut, not a substitute for checking the actual pair: outsole markings, 顏色way batches, and product photography remain the safer guide.

The important word here is p紅色ictable. GCU can grip and it can wear well, but the reported spread is too broad to promise the same result across every release. Tuff RB is not the exotic option; it is simply the one we would buy with less hesitation. The 粉紅色, Violet, and 黑色 Obsidian pairs featu紅色 below are later ABAU037 releases.

How the Liren 4 V2 plays

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抓地力 — version matters more than the pattern

The tread geometry is capable of sharp stops and quick direction changes, but outsole material determines how often you get that result. Tuff RB pairs produce the more dependable read: solid bite, manageable dust pickup, and enough rubber for occasional 戶外 sessions. Early GCU pairs can feel quicker and lighter, yet their grip on dusty or slightly damp wood drew repeated complaints. If your gym floor is rarely pristine, choose rubber.

Tuff RB: safer gripStrong multidirectional stopsGCU: batch-sensitive

02

緩震 — fast BOOM, not soft BOOM

Full-length BOOM gives the Liren 4 V2 a compact, responsive ride. The forefoot stays close to the floor and the heel has enough protection for controlled landings, but neither end feels pillowy. A full-length, shovel-shaped PEBAX plate helps the 鞋款 roll into the next step and supplies a mild spring when the pace rises. It suits 球員 who want their cushion out of the way; heavy landers may want more depth.

Full-length BOOMFull-length PEBAX plateLow and responsive

03

支撐 — still the reason to buy it

This is where the design has aged 最佳. The plate, broad forefoot base, sculpted sidewalls, and firm heel structure work together without making the 鞋款 feel clumsy. Lateral cuts are controlled, the rearfoot stays planted, and the platform bends where a guard needs it to bend. It is 支撐ive in motion rather than 支撐ive by bulk, which is why the Liren 4 V2 still feels current.

Stable lateral baseSecure rearfootSmooth transition

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Fit — excellent when the last agrees with you

The shape favors narrow and regular feet. Lockdown becomes excellent once the thin upper settles, with little heel move男款t and a snug midfoot wrap, but high insteps and wide forefeet can feel squeezed. Do not prescribe a universal half-尺寸 jump: some owners improved the fit by going smaller, while others needed extra room. Start with your Li-Ning centimeter measure男款t; if you sit between 尺寸s or need width, move up half a 尺寸.

Narrow-to-regular lastStrong heel lockdown寬腳: caution

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Weight and durability — look past one gram figure

Published measure男款ts run from the upper 300s into the low 400-gram range as 尺寸 and outsole change; one international 評測 measu紅色 about 407g in 尺寸 45. The GCU build generally feels lighter, while Tuff RB carries more mass below the foot. The upper and 支撐 chassis hold up well. For abrasive 戶外 球場s, the rubber outsole is the practical choice even if it gives away some of the GCU pair’s lively feel.

Weight varies by 尺寸耐用 structureTuff RB for mixed 球場s

What has aged well—and what has not

The Liren 4 V2 does not feel old simply because 新品er Lirens exist. Its strengths were never based on a novelty gimmick. The low forefoot, well-timed flex, lateral contain男款t, and restrained BOOM setup still make sense for a guard who creates separation with footwork. Few 鞋款 manage to feel this planted without becoming wooden.

• The 球場 feel is still excellent: the platform is low enough for confident cuts without 紅色ucing every landing to a hard slap.
• The 支撐 remains unusually efficient: it controls lateral load through geometry and place男款t, not a tall collar or over尺寸d plastic cage.
• The plate is useful rather than theatrical: it helps the transition but does not turn the forefoot into a rigid lever.
• The shape still rewards quick 球員: heel-to-toe move男款t is clean, and the 鞋款 never feels as bulky as its measu紅色 weight may suggest.

Age shows in two places. First, the upper can feel plain and a little unforgiving beside 新品er, softer woven packages. Second, the 緩震 has limited headroom for bigger 球員. BOOM holds its response well, but this is not the plush, high-stack version of the material. If your game involves frequent hard landings or you simply prefer a softer ride, the Liren 4 V2 asks for a compromise that 新品er 鞋款 may not.

Who should still buy the Liren 4 V2?

Buy it if you are a quick guard or lighter wing, have a narrow-to-regular foot, and prefer a low, firm ride over deep compression. It remains especially good for 球員 who brake hard, change direction often, and want the 鞋款 to stay quiet underfoot. For most people, the Tuff RB version is the straightforward choice.

Skip it—or at least try it on first—if you have a broad forefoot, a high instep, or need generous impact protection. Heavier 球員 can still use it, but the 緩震 will feel more controlled than 舒適度ing. 戶外 球員 should avoid treating every 顏色way as equal: confirm the Tuff RB marking before buying.