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Forefoot midsole tech
Forefoot DMX foam
Heel midsole tech
3D Ultralite heel
Outsole tech
Rubber with segmented herringbone traction
Upper tech
Mesh + synthetic leather with reflective overlays
Cushioning feel
responsive and lively
Court feel
good
Bounce
moderate-good
Stability
good
Traction
very good
Fit
true to size, snug
Analysis
Performance profile
Cushioning Feel
82Very GoodCourt Feel
82Very GoodBounce
68GoodStability
74GoodTraction
88ExcellentFit
82Very GoodContext
Story & provenance
Iverson's 2001 Finals Shoe Returns
The Reebok Answer IV was Allen Iverson's signature during the 2001 NBA Finals, the season he won MVP and led the Sixers against the Lakers. The original released in 2001 and has been retro'd repeatedly, most recently with updates to the original cushioning setup. Modern retros use DMX foam in the forefoot rather than the original DMX I-Pak system, paired with 3D Ultralite in the heel for energy return. The outsole uses segmented herringbone with a 3D Ultralite forefoot puck visible underneath. Reflective overlays gave the upper its distinctive late-90s sci-fi feel. WearTesters, RunRepeat, and BasketballShoes 101 have all positively reviewed the modern retro, retailing around 130 to 140 dollars. The Answer IV remains one of the most culturally and athletically significant Iverson silhouettes.