Reebok Question Golf Performance Review

As a late 90’s baby, I IDOLIZED Allen Iverson’s game growing up so the Reebok Question Golf showing up at my door got me hyped. I can vividly remember watching highlights and then immediately heading outside to practice his moves and implement his deadly crossover into my game. This clip of Allen Iverson crossing up Michael Jordan as a ROOKIE will tell you everything you need to know. Legendary stuff…

The OG Reebok Question released in 1996 during A.I.’s rookie year and – even long after Iverson’s retirement in 2013 – re-releases often. You can find our on court performance review of one of those retros here and our review of the most recent retro here. The minute I found out that Reebok was turning the Question into a golf shoe, I knew that our sneakerhead crowd would be as hyped as I was.

[Editor’s Note: The release of the Reebok Question Golf comes with two other golf shoes that just hit the market for Reebok. We’ve included some brief comments on the Reebok OG Pump Golf at the bottom of this review.]

The Question has been a classic (and WearTesters favorite) since its release, but can it also perform as a golf shoe?

Let’s find out!

Traction

Honestly, the traction on the Reebok Question Golf was subpar. [Editor’s Note: Yikes, rough start…also, pun intended…?]

The rubberized traction pattern on the bottom of the shoe – which Reebok terms a “spikeless crystal outsole” – admittedly looks cool, but it doesn’t perform particularly well.

It’ll do if you’re in a dry climate and not swinging super hard, but if you’re playing in any perilous conditions or have a tendency to swing out of your shoes (pun intended), you’re better off with something else. You’ll outright slip in wet conditions and receive only average traction even when it’s dry outside.

I would’ve liked to see some basic spikes for this model. Even mirroring the traction design of the Air Jordan 14 G, for example, would’ve made the Reebok Question Golf SO much cleaner, way better performing, and therefore easier to recommend as worth the buy.

Fit

The Reebok Question Golf fits true-to-size in length but a bit on the tighter side around the foot. I also mention this later in the support section, but the collar lining dug against my feet and ankles and caused discomfort.

If you have wide feet, I assume this issue will be exacerbated. If your feet get claustrophobic in your shoes, it’s worth knowing beforehand that the Reebok Question Golf fits tight.

Support

I didn’t notice any added features to help with arch support, and I felt the overall vibe of the Reebok Question Golf is simply more of a nostalgia shoe than a serious performance contender.

It pains me to admit this because I really wanted this shoe to be perfect [Editor’s Note: sadly, that ship sailed as soon as we talked traction…], but the collar lining dug into my foot and caused quite a bit of discomfort around my ankles.

It got better as the round went on, but it was still a solid twenty minutes or so of pain out of the gate every time. I’ve had this happen with other golf shoes, but this was excessive and honestly quite annoying. The shoe is just very bulky, and I believe that the overall shape and structure of the Reebok Question Golf led to the collar lining causing issues.

So ultimately, the amount of structure and bulk here did more harm than good. It’s not the type of support that hugs your feet onto the footbed and supports movement. Instead, it feels a bit like you have to work against it.

Cushion

The cushion is manageable but not extravagant or top-tier by any means. It was a little firm for my liking. Most golf shoes have a little bit of give and malleability, but the Reebok Question Golf didn’t. 

The shape and overall structure of the midsole kept soreness at bay, but it also didn’t create a nice and comfortable walk. I guess I’m trying to say that the cushion was just plain jane or as average as is possible to find on the shelves of your local store.

If cushion is a top priority for you (it should be if you often walk golf courses), choose a brand with trusted cushioning technology like Nike, adidas, or FootJoy.

Oh, and I hate to mention this because I know it’ll disappoint our diehard Allen Iverson fans, but I didn’t see any signs of Hexalite on the Reebok Question Golf Shoes. Not that it’d be real Hexalite anyway…but it would have taken the aesthetic of the Question Golf to the next level.

Price

In my opinion, $180 is WAY too spendy for the Reebok Question Golf. In all sincerity, I love this shoe… It just doesn’t warrant a $180 charge to your credit card. The only justification that I’ve been able to come up with in my mind is for those who are buying the Question Golf as a collector piece.

The collar lining caused me major issues, the traction was average, and the shoe is just “average” (or even below) when it comes to actual golf performance.

On the flip side, the materials did seem to reach a higher tier than your typical run-of-the-mill golf shoe with full grain leather featured on the upper. The Question Golf will last longer than your typical golf shoe.

Here’s a road map to help guide your purchase:

HUGE Allen Iverson fan who plays golf: BUY

Golfer looking for a high-performing golf shoe: DON’T BUY

HUGE Allen Iverson fan who doesn’t play golf: UP TO YOU, BUT PROBABLY DON’T BUY

Quick Note on the Reebok OG Pump Golf

I also tested the Reebok OG Pump Golf but the experience wasn’t quite what I was hoping for. I experienced terrible heel blistering on both feet that was exacerbated the more I played and couldn’t finish the review. The collar just isn’t built for comfort. 

You may not have the same hotspot/blister issue as me, but it’s trying them on or steering clear of the Reebok OG Pump Golf just in case. If you’ve tried them and didn’t have the same issues, please comment below and let us know. We may just integrate your feedback into this section.

Reebok Question Golf Summary

The nostalgia involved and my basketball adoration for Allen Iverson tried to get in the way and muddy this review, but I fought through. [Editor’s Note: We all understand your pain here, Tyler. Thank you for maintaining the integrity of the process.] I truthfully wish that the Reebok Question Golf performed better than they did so I could recommend them to everyone I know. But that just wasn’t the case.

The Reebok Question Golf is one of my favorites when it comes to style, history, and nostalgia. But outside of that, there’s not enough good going on here. It’s bulky, offers minimal traction, and has a collar lining that irritates the heck out of my feet.

If you’re a huge Allen Iverson fan who plays golf and feels the overwhelming need to get your hands on the Reebok Question Golf, do it. As a big Iverson fan, it felt cool and fun having the Question Golf on my feet. But if that’s not the case, I’m advising you to look elsewhere for your next golf shoe.

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How the Author Golfs

Tyler Allred (19 handicap): Golfs 2-3 times a week spending the bulk of his time playing actual rounds. Mostly pushes himself to improve every part of his game, but also enjoys a casual round of golf every now and then.

Disclosure

While Reebok did send a pair of the Question Golf to facilitate this review, the company had no involvement in this review, didn’t receive an advance look at it, and has not attempted to influence it.