Itech 4500 skates- worth the $49?

[Hoquyguy 0]

I'm looking for a cheap pair of size 6 skates for a quickly growing 13 year old. His new size 6.5 Easton UL Pros are still a little too big so I'm looking for a cheap temporary replacement. I see Summit sports is selling Itech RPM 4500 skates pretty cheap, though I can find nothing else about them. Anybody (JR?) have any feedback as to how they fit, weight, etc? Thanks!

[devilsrule711 0]

i dont think anyone will have feedback since Itech makes a pretty crappy skate

[TBLfan 25]

lol, itech makes skates? No seriously, I had no idea.

Sorry I can't help.

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

Hoguyguy -

I work at Summit.

Don't get those.

[Hoquyguy 0]

Thanks! I'll just make the kid wear thick socks for a while.

[cause4alarm 7]

Last I checked, the Giant had 8090s in 6 for a $150.

[Chadd 916]

lol, itech makes skates? No seriously, I had no idea.

Sorry I can't help.

There's a reason that shops don't stock them.

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

The reason why we stock it is because people in MI need a good pond skate, which that essentially is.

[Chadd 916]

We used them in our youth "learn to skate" packages.

[jimmy 194]

The reason why we stock it is because people in MI need a good pond skate, which that essentially is.

Also, some parents just want to spend the minimum amount possible, and those are a good cheap option. They just don't understand the importance of good fitting/quality skates. Fine for the pond skater and house leaguer, but beyond that, no way.