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.
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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
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13 of 16 found the following review helpful:
Rollin' Jan 14, 2008
By Bryan Rosengarten 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.
5 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Good Skate - but I consider the Exo Aluminum Jul 20, 2007
By Alexander Harm 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.
5 of 6 found the following review helpful:
GOOD CONTROLED RIDE! for beginners... Nov 23, 2007
By Outdoor Guy
"Luis"
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.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Perfect for the Job Jan 21, 2009
By Dema
"D the Viking"
I got these from Summit online. I have to say excellent deals and service. Looks like they are getting rid of old stock. But this baby is just as good as when I got my 1st Exos back over 13 years ago. ABEC 5 is better than what I had back then and I was happy. Now these ABEC 5 bearings feel very smooth. I will be installing aluminum spacers, taking off the back brake (which I do not recommend for beginners) and adjusting my rocker. I have not skated in over 5 years and can not wait for the weather to get dryer out. The K2 soft boot feels just great. My feet are very wide but the boot will stretch a bit and the comfy feeling just adds to the security you feel when lacing and buckling up. Now time to find those wrist guards and knee pads.
5 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Good beginner skates Aug 08, 2007
By John Lee
"John Lee"
Good beginner skates, they are comfortable, true to fit, have good ankle support. I took off one star because the pair Amazon sent me did not match the picture online. I don't know if they have updated it yet but the picture online is for a pair of silver and black skates and the ones sent were a brown and black pair. If you don't care what color they are, then this is a good pair beginner / recreational skates.
based on 10 reviews
Perfect for the Job Jan 21, 2009
By Dema
"D the Viking"
