The Zhuifeng 2 is a speed trainer that earns its keep on a rubberized track. The outsole grip is noticeably stronger than general-purpose running shoes — it uses a spike-track inspired tread that holds through wet corners and jumping/landing movements, not just straight-ahead running. If you've ever lost a step coming out of a bend in flat-soled trainers, you'll notice the difference.
The midsole is bouncy without being mushy — there's a fiberglass plate underneath that helps energy transfer forward rather than disappearing into the foam. It's softer and more forgiving than a carbon plate, so you don't need to be a competitive runner to feel comfortable in it. The heel has a supporting structure that keeps the foot stable on landing, which matters on repeat intervals when tired legs start to collapse inward.
The shoe works across a range of training scenarios: 800m and 1000m fitness tests, interval runs, tempo sessions, and road running up to about 15km. The widened forefoot means feet aren't cramped during longer efforts. At around 223g per shoe, it's light enough to not get in the way — you'll notice the shoe less, and your effort more.
Available in women's colorways. Men's version sold separately (ARPW011).
Product Specifications
Brand Li-Ning (李宁)
Product Name Li-Ning Zhuifeng 2 Women's Running Shoe / Chase Wind 2 (追风2 竞训场地跑鞋 女款)
Model No. ARPW012
Gender Women's
Series Running Series
Closure Lace-up
Upper Material Woven fabric + Polyurethane (ink-print reinforcement)
Midsole Full-palm 䨻 BOOM dual-rebound foam — density 0.14, drop rebound 80.14%, cushioning +4% vs gen 1
Propulsion Plate Y-shaped split fiberglass plate (Polymer Core Drive System) — toe-off time reduced 9% vs gen 1; more flexible than carbon plate
Heel Support Wraparound TPU heel cage — landing stability +10% vs gen 1
Arch Support PROBAR LOC arch stability system
Outsole GCR (Ground Control Rubber) spike-pattern + TPAZ — wet grip 25% better than standard rubber; optimised for rubberized track surfaces
Stack Height Forefoot 20.5mm / Heel 25mm | Drop ~7mm
Weight ~223g per shoe (EU 38)
Available Sizes (EU) 35.5 / 36 / 36.5 / 37 / 37.5 / 38 / 38.5 / 39 / 40 / 41 / 42
Best For Track training · Fitness tests (800m / 1000m) · Road running up to half marathon · Daily speed sessions
Suitable Runner Profile Beginners to intermediate · Students · Daily runners wanting a speed upgrade · ~5:00–6:30 min/km pace
Not Recommended For Trail / off-road · Full marathon racing · Heavy motion control needs (consider Zhuifeng Pro for aggressive racing)
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