Air Jordan 12 Winterized 'Triple Black': Weatherproof, Black Cat Vibes & Where to Buy Now

The Air Jordan 12 Retro Winterized "Triple Black" (Style Code: BQ6851-001) is a blacked-out cold-blocking masterpiece. Tinker Hatfield's rising sun-inspired performance sneaker has been weatherproofed without losing a shred of its wearability. These are the closest we've ever gotten to "Black Cat" 12s. Some of the features found on the AJ12 Winterized "Triple Black" are usually reserved for boots-but these aren't Timbs. They're tanks you can roll in all year round, built to handle rain, snow, slush, and whatever else Mother Nature throws your way. Let's get into it.

Key Facts at a Glance

What Makes the Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" Different?

Everything. The AJ12 Winterized "Triple Black" takes Tinker Hatfield's iconic design and rebuilds it for cold-weather duty. While the Air Jordan 12 "Bloodline" was good enough for Roman Reigns, these are good enough to roam on terrains most sneakers were never designed to touch.

Traditional tumbled leather gives way to a durable textile upper that feels more like a premium winter coat than a basketball shoe. Suede overlays add depth, while the blacked-out branding, laces, and outsole create one of the cleanest monochromatic AJ12s ever released.

Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black"

Color: Black/Black-Anthracite

Style Code: BQ6851-001



Release Date: December 15th, 2018

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Most importantly, no drip was lost in the winterizing process. If anything, the Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" came back meaner.

Why the Air Jordan 12 Was Perfect for Winterizing

If Jordan Brand was going to winterize an Air Jordan, the shortlist basically came down to the Air Jordan 9 and Air Jordan 12. The AJ9 already looks like a boot, while the AJ12 has always been one of the brand's biggest, toughest high-tops.

What makes the Winterized "Triple Black" 12 work, though, is that Jordan Brand never ripped out the sneaker DNA. Underneath the weather-resistant materials are the same comfortable guts that made the original AJ12 a favorite on and off the court.

That's the secret sauce. These aren't boots pretending to be sneakers. They're sneakers dressed for bad weather, which is why they're just as wearable in August as they are during a snowstorm in January.

Where to Buy the Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" Now

The Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" (Style Code: BQ6851-001) released in 2018 with a retail price of $225. As a one-and-done special-edition release, pairs aren't exactly growing on trees these days-and collectors know it.

SNKRS can't help you anymore, but pairs are still available on the secondary market. Depending on size and condition, expect to pay anywhere from around $365 to well over $2,000 for a pair.

If you're looking to add this winter-ready classic to your collection, direct links to current listings are below.

• Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" on GOAT
• Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" on StockX
• Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" on Flight Club

Should You Buy the AJ12 Winterized "Triple Black"?

If you have the money, the Air Jordan 12 Winterized "Triple Black" is a great pickup. Air Jordan 12s age well, and the weather-resistant build only adds to their appeal. The real question is whether the juice is worth the squeeze.

With my size 14 averaging around $947, the answer is probably no for me. I love the roomy fit, all-day comfort, and tank-like durability of the AJ12, but dropping nearly a grand on one pair of sneakers just doesn't jive with me.

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This story was originally published June 4, 2026 at 3:00 AM.