K2 Ender 2022 - 2014 Review by The Good Ride

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The K2 Ender is pretty warm with great construction and a great fit that works with most feet.  It’s a very recommendable boot for those who like the adjustability and comfort that this traditional lace boot has but still want a snug fit around the ankle.

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Days: 2
Size Tried: 9
Riders: James
Insoles: Footprint Insole Technology Gamechangers
Bindings: Union Atlas, Union Superpro, K2 Formula, Union Strata
Boards: Rossignol Jibsaw, Lib Tech Box Knife, K2 Broadcast,

James’ Foot Specs
Foot Size: 9 US
Foot Width: Right and Left are both D bordering on E
Arch Length: Right 9.5 and Left 9
Calves Circumference (top of boot): 17”
Calves Circumference (bottom of the boot): 12”

Sizing: Runs about 1/2 size big so buy 1/2 size smaller than your actual shoe size. I’m a true 9 and the 8.5’s fit me perfectly.

Fit: The fit Felt pretty snug around the ankle and back part of my foot.  Not tight but snug in a good way snug.  Then as you get towards the middle to the front of the boot it widens out to give your foot room to flex and help you turn.  It’s going to work well for a wide variety of foot widths. The narrow back can keep narrow feet from sliding around and it widens out enough to handle mid-width feet like mine.

Comfort:  From the first turn, I had not a single issue and it felt like I was riding a boot heat molded for my foot.  I was really impressed.

Flex: The flex is medium bordering on medium soft and it gives you pretty good freedom of movement.

Flex Retention:  I can’t speak long term on the K2 Ender but based on the construction quality and some of my friends that also ride these boots they seem like they hold up well and will retain their flex well enough for a 100 day a year rider.

Footprint: The footprint is not that bad overall and it’s come down in size. I had a size 9 to demo which was massive in size compared to my 8.5 Adidas. However, in comparing an 8.5 K2 boot, which fits me well better, to my 8.5 Adidas that is super reduced in footprint it wasn’t that bad.

Turn Initiation: The K2 Ender has a nice smooth boot with medium turn initiation that is a little better than it’s flex.

Shock Absorption:  Mid-level shock absorption that isn’t a lot to write home about but it does have a good feel underfoot and you aren’t punishing your joints with this boot.  If you like a more skate-like feel underfoot then this has a good feeling.

Heel Hold:  Amazing heel hold and especially so for a traditional lace boot.  The BOA really helps lock in the ankle.  If you have heel lift issues K2 is one of the best out there for this.

Adjustability:  The traditional lace and BOA combo is great for adjustability and does not fear those laces.  Yeah, it’s slower but you can always dial out your fit perfectly.

Traction:  Very good rubber sole and it grips really well.

On & Off Ease: It’s a little slow compared to speed lace and BOA but it’s not a deal breaker.

So all in all the K2 Ender is a great boot for those that want a very adjustable, comfortable mellow flexing boot.