ANTIK AR2 - CUSTOM What makes ANTIK roller skate boots so special?Before now, there really wasn't a roller derby specific boot. Antik changes the game. The most comfortable and technical roller skate boots on the market, Antik Skate Boots are hand-made by craftsmen with decades of boot production experience, who spare no expense, and only use the highest quality materials to ensure comfort, performance, and durability. Antik Skate Boots are made in the USA to the exact specifications and requirements necessary for todays modern day roller derby skaters.The Antik AR-2 roller skate boot is fine-tuned for roller derby, featuring 3/4" uppers for ankle support, genuine full-grain leather, lacing loops in the back for extra heel security. Check out the addition of an integrated, shock-absorbing heel and the new composite sole. The boot looks flat on the bottom, which allows for full contact between the boot and plate to eliminate flexing in the heel gap. Antik AR-2 boots also feature heat-moldable counters on both sides of the boot to provide resistance for side-to-side lateral movements. Other derby skates only have counters on the outer right side, like speed skates, which only give counter pressure on the right pusher foot for making left-hand-turns. But Antik AR-2 skate boots meet the needs of modern roller derby players, who don't just skate laps, and need counters on both sides for juking and quick-stepping. Antik AR-2 boots also feature the new microfibre liner, offering a superior fit and incredibly comfortable.ANTIK's also come standard with a split D/B last. That means the width of the boot is a D (medium) and the width of the heel is a B (narrow). This combination is great for women because skates are usually sized in men's sizes, but women tend to have narrower heels. Having a heel that fits properly is essential to skate fit, as having your heels move around in your skates greatly reduces your control. There is a 8-14 week wait for ANTIK Custom production and delivery. However, we will be sure to be in contact with you throughout the process. To get started, please head to https://colorlab.riedellskates.com/ to fill out the custom coourlab form and send back to us. We will then confirm all the details with you and send to Riedell for manufacturing. Feature: Handmade in USA Feature: Hand-sorted, Full-grain Leather uppers ¾ high uppers for added ankle support and secure fit Heat-moldable counters on BOTH sides of the boot for lateral support New composite outsole New Toe Bumper Narrow heel cup for secure fit; heel lock keeps heel firmly in place Tongue lined with hypo-allergenic medical foam relieves pressure points on top of foot Extra lacing loops at the back of boot for extra heel security Lace opening cut extra wide so you can always lace tight, even as the boots stretch Microfibre inner lining, offering superior fit and incredibly comfortable Compared to the AR1: Full Grain Leather Construction NEW Composite OutsoleNEW Upgraded Microfiber LinerNEW Improved Tongue PaddingNEW Leather GraphicNEW Toe BumperAvailable in Vegan - extra charges apply and 8-10 weeks ETACall our store on (02) 4973 3011 to discuss the specifications and colours of your custom boots!