Canal Skates: Men's Size 8.5. They are K2 Camaro Softboot. The specialty of these skates is that at the top of the ankle, the skates can be tightened (using the outer clamp) separately from at the arch of the foot (the laces). With these separate adjustments, I wore these skates without any pain or discomfort. The skates are worn, but in good shape and need to be sharpened