Customer Reviews

K2 Moto 90 Men's Cross Training Skate (12.5)

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My first pair of inline skates, purchased on Dec. 9, 2006. Did a lot of research before I made my decision on these and am extremely happy with my purchase! The wheels are HUGE on the Moto Extreme (90mms front and 100mms rear) with super slick ILQ 9 classic bearings. These skates are excellent for a beginner like myself and I am sure the speed junkies (which I will be soon when I master the skating) will appreciate the big wheels.

Another benefit of having these big wheels is to overcome the bumpiness on the road very easily due to the big wheels, however, keep in mind the maneuverability will be sacraficed. Overall a top notch skates with good support, true to the size boots with Cool Max lining, and excellent quality. It is fast, comfortable, and fashion all combined. Like what the pros says, don't go cheap on your skates if you really want to enjoy the excitement of this sport. Thanks to Amazon for the awesome price and super fast shipping. When the time comes for a new pair, I will definitely buy from Amazon again!

David

These skates are very, very, fast. Moto 90's are the lightest skates that I have ever worn. I've done 18 mile skates in the city over curbs in traffic. Moto 90's do it all. Down hill the 90mm wheels keep a line that will surprise you if you haven't yet skated on the larger wheeled skates that are coming out today. So light... the boot almost feels like a running shoe both in comfort and feather like weight. Buy 'em. You'll love these skates for cruising on trails or jumping curbs and dodging traffic in the city.

5-Stars (updated from 3-stars)

I have not found a better skate for under 200 buckss. The sweet spot for committed fitness skaters. The padding and everything have held up well up for 300+ hours of skating.

I used the very similar 84mm K2 "Moto" for 500+ hours and they were still holding up fine before I upgraded to the smoother riding, 90mm wheel model.

Wheels: The 90mm wheels are smoother, longer lasting, and safer than the 84/80mm I had before. If you shop around, you can find nice replacement wheels + bearings (set of 8) for about 60 buckss. I avoid the k2 models with mixed wheel sizes. They have little plastic offsets that like to fall out when you clean & rotate your wheels.

Speedlace: Too bad the MOTO 90 and higher models do not use the speedlace system that's offered on the MOTO, the EXO 6.1, etc. However, I added Hi Tex type cordlocks, looped the laces together, and trimmed the ends. Super fast lace-up and adjustment...Works great!

Outdated info: (I think this was a temporary quality problem.) I tried on a pair at Sport Chalet in June 2007. Very nicely designed and comfortable skates. I wanted to buy them, but the tongue strap ripped off as I was adjusting them in the store. The next day I read James Miller's review of the similar K2 Moto (84/80mm). Same problem. However, I later bought the 2009 model and have had no such problem.

These are nice looking comfortable skates that never gave me blisters, but did a nice job of moving me from my work to my house whenever I wanted which is about 20 miles. I didn't go with any of rollerblades because my feet felt a bit squished in them, but K2 Moto Exreme felt just right. Bigger two wheels under the hill (100mm) resulted in lesser vibration especially felt when going big distances. Overall like it a lot as commuting skates and if they ever break which I doubt I'd consider them again.

I've tried many other blades but the ankle support and comfort level of the K2's is incredible. The only problem you might have is if you order a size too small. They really do fit to your foot and if it's too tight it can be uncomfortable.

Excellent Skates, confortable, high speed, soft ride conditions. I recommend 100%

Thanks

I think the crossfire II 90 made by rollerblade were a little faster actually, however, I had to get rid of them and try something else 'cause they broke on me right away, the zip string or whatever it is. I am overall pretty happy with the moto extreme blades. They are durable and I am not worried about them breaking on me.