Sample

Sample sneakers are pairs produced to test how designs look in practice and functionally perform. In the long process of bringing a sneaker from the whiteboard to store shelves, sample pairs are one of the final steps in that operation. It’s also one of the most captivating for sneakerheads, allowing consumers to engage with the ever-enticing question of “what if,” as well as baking in some inherent ultra-exclusivity. While any in the category will often become an object of fascination, samples of hyped silhouettes or collaborations can often command resale prices above 5 digits.

Just ahead you’ll find a collection of our articles regarding sample pairs from the likes of Jordan Brand, adidas, Nike and every major sneaker brand.

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Reebok’s Plans Of Releasing Kobe Bryant’s Question Mid “Yellow Toe” PE Has Been Cancelled

During the late Kobe Bryant’s infamous “sneaker free agency” period, Reebok made a formidable pitch by offering the Black Mamba some incredible PE colorways of...

By Sneaker News May 20, 2020
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Reebok Question Low “Pin Dot” Sample

Yes, the Reebok Question has actually released in a lowtop installment in the past, dating all the way back to the summer of 2013. While...

By Patrick Johnson April 3, 2015
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Reebok Question Mid – Black Canvas/Leather

Now that the OG white and red Phillies style colorway has made its triumphant return the Reebok Question Mid is prepped to do some more...

By Brendan Dunne August 15, 2012
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Reebok Question Mid – Leather/Canvas Samples

With the return of the Reebok Question, it only made sense for Reebok Basketball to bring back its marquee athlete Allen Iverson in the mix...

By John Kim August 14, 2012
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Reebok Question – 76ers & Georgetown Samples

Allen Iverson’s original Reebok signature sneaker has been teased in a few different ways of late, including everything from the just-retroed ‘Pearlized Toe’ edition showing up...

By Aaron Hope July 31, 2012
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