K2 Kinetic 80 PRO II M Inline Skates

K2 focuses on making comfortable, lightweight skates for recreational skating and fitness. The brand has introduced the whole idea of a “softboot” to the market and they hit the jackpot here – nowadays, every major skate manufacturers produce their own fitness models according to this blueprint.

K2 makes sure that experience of using their skates is as comfortable as possible. Their skates look and feel like a good quality training sneakers that fit your feet exceptionally well. Lightweight construction and high grade, breathable materials contribute to that further and end results are skates chosen by skaters worldwide.

Kinetic 80 Pro II is the basic skate of the line, made with simple goal in mind: delivering a good entry-level gear for people learning how to skate from square zero, as well as a good value option for recreational skaters. The skates come with quick lacing system, allowing for easy and fast boot tightening. The ankle is stabilized by a 45 degree Velcro strap and plastic buckle on top of the cuff.

As every other K2 skate, Kinetic models come with integrated padding. The soft part of the boot is attached to stable, rigid base which connects to the cuff with good level of ankle support. The frame is molded as one part with the base and made from composite material, offering a decent level of rigidity and vibration dampening. It fits four 80 mm diameter wheels. The stock ones have 80A hardness and make for a very comfy ride. ABEC5 bearings do their job and give a good roll. Two-piece axles have 6 mm diameter.

As expected from fitness skates – they come with a brake, which can be taken off if needed.

If you are after great value, reliable and comfy skates to start your journey with this sport – Kinetic 80 Pro II are perfect choice. It is worth to point out that this is virtually the same skate as K2 F.I.T. 80 Pro – the only differences are aesthetic, but in all other areas, skates are a match.