Understanding the AJ Resale Market Dynamics
The Air Jordan (AJ) resale market experiences constant price fluctuations influenced by multiple factors:
- Release cycles:
- Celebrity endorsements:
- Seasonal trends:
- Platform policies:
CNfans Spreadsheet Monitoring System
The CNfans community has developed sophisticated Google Sheets templates for tracking AJ prices across Chinese resale platforms.
Key Functionalities
IMPORTXML
- Color-coded conditional formatting that highlights 10%+ price changes
- Automated timestamp tracking for identifying pattern repetitions
- Custom JavaScript triggers that send WeChat alerts on abnormal volatility
Practical Monitoring Techniques
1. Baseline Establishment
Create 7-day moving averages for each model/size combination to filter out temporary noise.
2. Cross-Platform Correlation
Link your spreadsheet to multiple sources (Poizon, Nice, StockX CN) to detect arbitrage opportunities when price gaps exceed 15%.
3. Event-Driven Alerts
Configure notifications for when specific models enter either: "Rapid Rise""Free Fall"
Strategic Buying Windows
Pattern | Typical Duration | Action Recommendation |
---|---|---|
Post-Drop Decline | 7-12 days after release | Buy during days 8-10 when panic selling peaks |
Holiday Slump | Chinese New Year week | Purchase on day 3 of celebrations when seller liquidity needs peak |
Fake Restock Panic | 2-5 hours duration | Set limit orders during initial 30-minute overreaction |