UPDATE 1/15/26: Official photos of the Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” have been added below. The shoe is set to release on February 14th, 2026 in full family sizing, with the men’s version carrying a $215 USD price tag.

UPDATE 12/23/25: Additional on-feet photos of the “Reverse Infrared” Air Jordan 6 have been shared courtesy of @thesolechaserz. Expect a release February 14th, 2026.

UPDATE 12/16/15: Official photos of the Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” have been added below in grade school sizing. A release is scheduled for February 14th, 2026 in full-family sizing.

UPDATE 11/21/25: New retailer photos of the upcoming Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” just surfaced, giving us a much clearer look at the pair. The colorway takes direct inspiration from the original salesman sample, which longtime collectors have talked about for years. The release is still set for February 14, 2026, and Jordan Brand will offer full family sizing when it lands.

Original Story 5/12/25:
Jordan Brand will continue to celebrate the Air Jordan 6‘s 35th anniversary with the re-release of a lost archival prototype. The Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared”, or “Infrared Salesman Sample”, originally designed in 1999, will be releasing on retail for the first time in Spring 2026.

Presenting a colorway that is a reverse of the classic “Black Infrared” pairing, the “Reverse Infrared” will feature a smooth Black nubuck upper while Light Crimson is used to splash across the midsole, tongue logo, lace lock, and heel tab branding.

From the photos, it can be seen that Jordan Brand went to great lengths to keep the design authentic by using an actual salesman sample tag and even including the original sockliner stamp, which included the text “Jordan Property Of ______” and “Not For Resale.” The nostalgic touches pay homage to the 1999 salesman sample while also celebrating the early days of the brand’s rich design history and collectible culture.

The “Reverse Infrared” will be available in full family sizing, allowing you to own one of the most historic silhouettes created by Tinker Hatfield.

Air Jordan 6 Reverse Infrared Release Date

The Air Jordan 6 “Reverse Infrared” will release on February 14, 2026 at select Jordan Brand retailers and on Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $215 USD.

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(Original Sample below)