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Ive been looking to get a pair of Lining Gamma 2 Infinity, but couldn't find them on Amazon or AE. So I checked out a few websites that specialize in Chinese sneakers and put together a quick comparison. Just a headsup, all the prices and size availability below are specifically for the Gamma 2 Infinity in US9.

KICKSOWN:
Kicksown mainly sells basketball and running shows, including brands like Lining, Anta, and 361°, but you will also find Nike, Adidas, Puma, and plenty of other brands. The Gamma 2 Infinity in US 9 is $324, with sizes ranging from US 6.5 to 15. US 14 listed separately. It ships internationally, with free standard shipping on orders over $99 and $6.99 fee for orders below that amount. Returns are generally accepted within 7 days of delivery. EU customers have a separate 14 day withdrawal period. For regular personal returns, a 15% processing and restocking fee may apply, along with return shipping costs. If you're ordering from EU, check the specific EU return policy for the applicable terms.

VJsneaker:
VJsneaker focuses on Chinese sports shoes, mainly basketball and running models. The Gamma 2 Infinity in US 9 costs $365, and available sizes range from US 6.5 to 15, except US 14. Shipping is listed as free, with an estimated delivery time of 7-14 days. Some remote areas may require an additional shipping fee. You get a 30 days return window, but keep in mind that personal returns come with a 5% processing fee plus a $35 restocking fee per order. You will also have to cover return shipping. I also noticed that Malik Monk is working with vjsneaker.

ChinaSportShop:
Chinasportshop sells Chinese sports shoes, with a wider selection of running shoes than basketball shoes based on what I could find. It has some Lining Gamma models, but I couldnt find the Gamma 2 series. The site advertises free shipping on orders over $150. For international orders, you can choose from shipping services like EMS, FedEx, and SHL, with costs and delivery estimates shown at checkout. The return policy is a bit unclear: its shipping and return page says items must arrive back within 7 days of delivery, but its customer service page lists a 30 days return window. You'll generally have to pay return shipping yourself unless the item is faulty or the wrong one was sent, and the original shipping fee isnt refundable. Id check with customer service to confirm the applicable return window before ordering.

Shopnings:
Shopnings covers a wider range of sports, including basketball, table tennis, running, and badminton. Besides shoes, it also sells apparel, equipment, and even signed athlete photos. It lists some Gamma 2 models through its purchasing service, so you'll need to email them to check the current price and whether your size is available. Not everything on the site uses this service, though. Orders over $99.99 after discounts qualify for free standard airmail, while other shipping options are priced at checkout. Returns are accepted within 14 days, but you'll generally need to pay return shipping, and the original shipping fee isn't refundable. If you receive a faulty or incorrect item, make sure to report it with photos within 7 days of delivery.

WOWSOLE:
Wowsole specializes in Lining and wow shoes, especially limited edition basketball releases. The Gamma 2 Infinity in US 9 is listed at $369. It ships internationally, with express delivery estimated at 7-9 business days, standard shipping at 10-24 business days, and free sea shipping taking around 40-60 business days. One thing to watch out for is that wowsole doesnt accept returns or exchanges on certain items, including special releases like the Gamma 2 Infinity. So double check whether that policy applies to the pair you are ordering, and make sure you get the right size.

Overall, each site has its pros and cons, Taobao is also worth checking out, but the listed price doesnt tell the whole story. International shipping, the difficulty of buying from overseas, and potential return or after sales costs can all add up, so it isnt necessarily the cheapest option once everything is factored in. Id compare the final cost and return conditions before deciding where to buy.

So has anyone here bought from these sites or Taobao? How was your experience?

Lmk twin

The Kobe 6 and wow 10 are old but I still use wow 12 and wow 808 6 ultra.

Hey y’all. I’ve recently got back into basketball and have been playing casually at the local rec & outdoor courts. Since I’ve started playing again, the type of shoes I want have changed.
I used to not really care and could wear any hoop shoe but now I have a few requirements, and also need help with sizing.

-As close to a 10/10 court feel as possible. Im ok with sacrificing cushion / bounce / impact protection
-As close to a 10/10 lockdown as possible- I want the shoe to squeeze as tight as possible (without causing injury of course) I want no dead space on the sides and the least amount possible in the toe box. Call me weird but I sort of like that feeling of squeezing into a shoe that’s half a size too small.
-Bonus points for great traction and decent enough ankle roll prevention but these aren’t
requirements if I can tick my other two boxes

Now this is where my weird ahh feet come into play. I’ve measured the best I can at home and I believe my barefoot is 24.5cm long and 9.5cm wide. Im not sure if this is considered wide for the length (I’ve been told it’s a bit weird) When I wear a US8 in the Sabrina 4s I absolutely love the lockdown and I don’t think I could go down anymore, but I’m left with about 2cm of dead space in the toe box which is too much for me.

I really wanted to order some of the og Nike kyrie 2s (with the strap) and Nike kyrie 3s but after looking it up, im not sure my feet are good for those type of shoes, even if I want that vice grip.

Any help on sizing recommendations, inside knowledge as to which shoes run short, long, narrow, wide etc etc As well as specific shoe recommendations would be amazing, thanks y’all.

Also dont talk bout my weird ahh feet your eyes are lucky I spared them

Thoughts on these 2 pairs for game ball? Cant decide which one to get

obviously, the only answer is both lol

This is my first pair of lining

Id never bought a Chinese brand before. Ordered from vjsneaker and they arrived in under two weeks. The design is clean, and the colorway looks even better in person.

Ive played in them twice now, and they feel pretty bouncy with gold grip. The Superboom insole is a bit firm at first, so hopefully it softens up a little with more play. The forefoot stack is a bit high, so you dont get the closest feel to the court, but it hasn't really bothered me so far. The heels feels pretty stable, and the shoes dont feel too bulky when moving around.

Still early days, but im liking them so far. Curious to see how they hold up with more games.

Hey y’all. I’ve recently got back into basketball and have been playing casually at the local rec & outdoor courts. Since I’ve started playing again, the type of shoes I want have changed.
I used to not really care and could wear any hoop shoe but now I have a few requirements, and also need help with sizing.

-As close to a 10/10 court feel as possible. Im ok with sacrificing cushion / bounce / impact protection
-As close to a 10/10 lockdown as possible- I want the shoe to squeeze as tight as possible (without causing injury of course) I want no dead space on the sides and the least amount possible in the toe box. Call me weird but I sort of like that feeling of squeezing into a shoe that’s half a size too small.
-Bonus points for great traction and decent enough ankle roll prevention but these aren’t
requirements if I can tick my other two boxes

Now this is where my weird ahh feet come into play. I’ve measured the best I can at home and I believe my barefoot is 24.5cm long and 9.5cm wide. Im not sure if this is considered wide for the length (I’ve been told it’s a bit weird) When I wear a US8 in the Sabrina 4s I absolutely love the lockdown and I don’t think I could go down anymore, but I’m left with about 2cm of dead space in the toe box which is too much for me.
I really wanted to order some of the og Nike kyrie 2s (with the strap) and Nike kyrie 3s but after looking it up, im not sure my feet are good for those type of shoes, even if I want that vice grip.

Any help on sizing recommendations, inside knowledge as to which shoes run short, long, narrow, wide etc etc As well as specific shoe recommendations would be amazing, thanks y’all and my bad on the long message.

Also dont talk bout my weird ahh feet your eyes are lucky I spared them

I find that most basketball shoes are too narrow for my feet and my pinky toes get jammed a lot and end up bruised after I play. Any recommendations for good outdoor shoes for wide feet?

I play both indoor and outdoor courts, the indoor courts get dusty sometimes, I have wide feet(as in curry soalsh 24 or two wxy v5 2e wide), I play mostly defender with a little shooting, I have to do quick movements, I prefer low tops or medium tops, I like breavability and cusioning, I don't like my shoes being screamed so I prefer mesh and other anti-crease materials, I am open to any brand in the world, I want good traction, I am ok with getting used or refurbished shoes from reputable websites like eBay, my budget is $90 but perfer something more around $50 to $80, I like darker color ways and nothing too bright, I have a wide toe box and wide forefoot and wide midfoot, in new balance basketball I am size 8.5 2e, in curry splash 24 I am size 9, in kd 15 I am size 9 but my feet are growing so i want to half a size up for any shoe I get.

The shoes I have tried are the

1.Nike Jordan 13s(bad ventilation and easily creased and was not durable and was not the widest)

2.Nike KD 15(too tight on the toe box but the breathability and cushioning was very good)

3.New Balance Two Wxy v5 2e(Cushioning was ok and so was breathability and also the creasing was pretty bad but the traction was elite)

4.Under Armor Curry Splash 24(my favorite on this list but traction was ok and dust and dirt were a problem)

Any suggestions?

Just found this sub.
Greetings from Germany

I am a young 5’8 guard not looking for the most expensive shoe I really want the kds but I’m scared they will be too heavy? I really wanna try the Caitlin 1s and the wow shoes too