We’ve been chasing the Air Jordan 6 “Infrared Salesman” (Style Code: CT8529-001) since the early 2000s. Back then, the reverse “Infrared” AJ6 was more myth than reality—a pair fans spoke about with hopeful anticipation.
In those days, OG specifications were law when it came to MJ’s signature line, and going against that formula felt like sneaker blasphemy. The original Air Jordan 6 “Infrared” debuted in 1991 and carried Michael Jordan to his first NBA championship, cementing its place in sneaker history.
The “Infrared Salesman” AJ6 broke that barrier and opened our eyes to what was possible.
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It was the subtle design shift that made us want them—the uptick in crimson that made MJ’s first championship silhouette sing. Now, as NBA All-Star Weekend approaches, the AJ6 that started as a sample—the “Infrared Salesman”—is finally set to hit shelves.
Release Date & Where to Buy
- Name: Air Jordan 6 “Infrared Salesman”
- Colorway: Black/Light Crimson
- Release Date: February 14, 2026
- Style Code: CT8529-001
- Price: $215
- Where to Buy: Nike, Finish Line, Foot Locker, JD Sports, DTLR, SNIPES, DSG
The Air Jordan 6 “Infrared Salesman” drops February 14, 2026, under style code CT8529-001 in full family sizing. The Black/Light Crimson retro will be available at multiple retailers with a retail price of $215 for adult sizes.
From Myth to Material
The Air Jordan 6 “Infrared Salesman” closely mirrors the 1991 AJ6 “Infrared,” earning its OG-adjacent label. Originally a salesman sample, this version subtly updates Tinker Hatfield’s championship silhouette without straying from its DNA.
Premium black nubuck keeps the AJ6 in stealth mode, while increased Light Crimson hits along the midsole and heel add sharper contrast. Nike Air branding on the back locks in the heritage, reminding sneakerheads exactly where this story began.
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How This Subtle Sneaker Stands Out
What makes the “Reverse Infrared” 6 stand out isn’t flash—it’s focus. A beloved silhouette, heritage detailing, and a sharper edge come together to deliver maximum impact without overdoing it.
Choosing the 35th anniversary of the Air Jordan 6 to release the “Infrared Salesman” isn’t coincidental. Dropping near NBA All-Star Weekend—when sneakerheads and fans are fully locked in—gives the former sample the biggest possible stage.
The L.A. Takeover
Foot Locker’s Takeover Live L.A. event is spotlighting the “Infrared Salesman” alongside other All-Star heavy hitters like the AJ5 “Wolf Grey,” the Stranger Things “Vecna” Foamposite, and the Levi’s AJ3 All-Star.
The stage is set, and the timing couldn’t be better for the “Infrared Salesman” Jordan 6 to command attention during one of the biggest weekends in basketball culture.
Raffles and draws are already active, adding even more hype to this long-awaited release. After 25 years of whispers and what-ifs, the once-mythical AJ6 is finally materializing—and it’s a must-cop.