Product Description

K2 EXO 07 Mens Inline Skates - The K2 EXO 7.0 inline fitness skate for men is designed to bring you the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and function. The EXO 7.0 features K2's quick lace system which makes getting in and out a breeze, as well as a Velcro strap and a ratchet buckle to provide additional support to your ankle and calf. The EXO 7.0 also offers a smooth roll that's ideal for beginners, thanks in large-part to the combination of K2's Composite Frame, ABEC 5 bearings, and 78mm wheels. If you're a novice skater looking for recreational skate and a good time, give this one a shot. Liner: Cloth, Skate Type: Recreational, Number of Wheels: 4, Wheel Brand: K2, Wheel Configuration: 78mm - 78mm - 78mm - 78mm, Wheel Durometer: 80A, Bearing Type: ABEC 5, Bearing Size: 608 - Standard, Chassis Material: Composite, Brake Type: Standard, Closure System: Laces, Buckle, Strap, Special Features: Stability cuff, Skill Range: Beginner - Advanced Intermediate, Model Year: 2007, Product ID: 93593, Shipping Restriction: This item is not available for shipment outside of the United States.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #35171 in Sports & Outdoors
• Size: 7 D(M) US
• Brand: K2

Features

• Comfortable soft-boot skates ideal for men with limited skating experience
• Proprietary Softboot frame with stability cuff and composite material
• Standard ankle lacing with power strap and adjustable buckle for snug fit
• 78 mm wheels with ABEC 5 bearings deliver smooth, controlled ride
• Skates come in men's sizes 5.0 to 14.0; 1-year warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
An ideal pair of skates for men who are new to skating, the fitness-oriented K2 Exo 2.1 skates combine a superior fit with topnotch performance. The skates are built around K2's proprietary Softboot--considered the standard cup at K2--with standard ankle lacing, a stability cuff, and an Exo composite frame. Each skate also includes a power strap that wraps around the ankle along with an adjustable buckle, adding to the snugness of the fit. And thanks to the 78 mm wheels and ABEC 5 bearings, skaters are assured of a smooth, controlled ride every time they hit the pavement. The skates, which come in a variety of sizes, are backed by a one-year warranty.

About K2
In February of 1961 the first pair of fiberglass skis was produced by brothers Bill and Don Kirschner in their Vashon Island, Washington shop. The Kirscners, avid skiers, built fiberglass animal cages for medical use and were convinced that their process could build a ski that was lighter, stronger, and more lively than the wood and metal skis of the day. They really just wanted to build some cool skis for themselves and their friends. And the rest, as they say, is history. Much has changed since those early days on sleepy Vashon Island, but one thing has not: K2 is still a bunch of adrenaline junkies who just want to make some cool stuff for themselves and their friends.

Today, K2 Inc. is a premier, branded consumer products company with a portfolio of leading brands including Shakespeare and Stearns for marine and outdoor products, Rawlings and Worth for team sports, K2 and Brass Eagle for action sports, and Marmot and Ex Officio for apparel and footwear. K2's diverse products includes fishing, watersports activities, baseball, softball, alpine skiing, snowboarding, and inline skating.

Customer Reviews

Rollin'
These are my first pair of in-line skates. I tried on at least 9 pairs prior to settling on these. They weren't a perfect fit, but I figured that they would stretch as I used them and that hopefully they would become the perfect fit. They definitely were the closest any skate came to the perfect fit of all the different models I tried on.

They are secure and seem pretty solid. I've been using them for 6 weeks now and I am very happy with them.

I would encourage anybody who is a beginner (like me) to stay in this price range until you are sure you like the sport and until you've gotten good enough to actually need the more expensive skates. These are very good skates for exercise and recreation. You wouldn't want to race or do tricks in them.

Also, I would encourage you to try on the skates at a store first and then buy them on Amazon afterwards. You really can't buy skates without trying them on. You have to make sure they fit right. Oh, and wear the sock you will wear when skating when you try them on.

GOOD CONTROLED RIDE! for beginners...
I am a 35. y.o. runner. I wanted an outdoor activity, besides riding the bike, that complimented my exercise routine.

The skates are good beginers, but after you get use to the exercise and the control on the rides improve, you will need a smoother ride.

When I go with a friend, his skates are more advanced and I have to work harder to keep up. I traded for a few minutes the skates and realized that his were easier to ride. Basically the resistance the more advanced skates produce is less than my beginner ones.

Buy this skate if you want to learn in a controlled way.

Good Skate - but I consider the Exo Aluminum
In the past, I have struggled to find a skate that is comfortable, and does not leave my feet in pain after skating. I think this may be due to my having high arches.

I recently tried this model, the K2 Exo, and they were ok, but I ended up upgrading to the K2 EXO Aluminum (which are harder to find). If you are new to skating, the regular EXO's might work out great for you. They are very comfortable, which is the most important thing to look for in a skate, IMHO.