Air Jordan 6 Retro 'Yellow Ochre' CT8529-170

The Air Jordan 6 Retro “Yellow Ochre” (CT8529-170) brings the Yellow Ochre edition to the Air Jordan 6 lineup. Find the model details and listed size options below, followed by the design story behind the original series.

Product details

• Model: Air Jordan 6 Retro
• Edition: Yellow Ochre
• Style code: CT8529-170

Listed size options

Listed sizes range from US 7 / EU 40 to US 11 / EU 45, including US half sizes. Select a size to check availability.

Air Jordan 6 design heritage

Designed by Tinker Hatfield, the original Air Jordan 6 debuted in 1991 as the sixth signature basketball shoe in Nike's Jordan series. Michael Jordan wore the model during the Chicago Bulls' first NBA championship run that year, marking the beginning of the team's championship dynasty.

The original silhouette drew inspiration from Jordan's favorite Porsche sports cars, combining streamlined lines with a sense of speed. Its defining design elements included:

• Tongue openings: Two round openings designed to help with putting the shoes on and taking them off, with inspiration from a sports car steering wheel.
• Rear pull tab: A rubber heel tab inspired by a sports car's rear wing, designed to assist entry. The original series background also described its role in Achilles tendon protection.
• Air cushioning: Visible Nike Air cushioning at the heel and embedded Air cushioning in the forefoot.
• Rubber outsole: A combination of semi-transparent and solid rubber, balancing traction and visual appeal.

These historical design details refer to the original Air Jordan 6 series, rather than confirming the release date or exact construction of this Yellow Ochre Retro edition.