$649.00

spnKiX are battery powered, motorized skates that strap right on to your shoes.

All hardware and electronics are integrated into a frame made of fiber reinforced nylon. One motor and battery pack per foot. A hand held, wireless remote controls the speed for both feet at the same time and allows you to vary the throttle with continuously variable speed control. They come with removable training wheels to help you get started. After you get some training sessions in, take them off and glide like a pro!

"So, here we are; at the nexus of technology & design, where spnKiX have finally become possible."

- spnKiX inventor Peter Treadway

Tech Specs

DIMENSIONS: 9” Width x 10.5” Height x 9.5” Length (each)
MATERIALS: Fiber reinforced Nylon + Aluminum
BATTERY: Rechargeable lithium 
MAX SPEED: 10 mph
SHOE SIZES: Men: 6-14 (US/CA) 38.5-46 (EURO) 5.5-13.5 (UK); 24-31.5 (JP)
Women: 7-15.5 (US/CA) 37.5-48.5 (EURO) 4.5-13 (UK); 23-31 (JP)

FAQ

Q.
How big are spnKiX?
A.
They are about the size of a big pair of boots, 9"W x 10.5"H x 9.5"L (each).
Q.
How long does the battery pack in each spnKiX last?
A.
You can go about 2 to 3 miles per charge depending on the angle of the surface you are rolling on. Uphill vs. straightaway vs. downhill.
Q.
How long does it take to charge the battery pack?
A.
It takes around 2 to 3 hours to charge the battery pack. The battery packs are removable so you can get more if you need them.
Q.
What shoe sizes will fit in spnKiX?
A.
Currently, spnKiX fit shoe sizes: Men 6-14 (US/CA) 38.5-46 (EURO) 5.5-13.5(UK) 24-31.5(JP); Women 7-15.5(US/CA) 37.5-48.5(EURO) 4.5-13 (UK) 23-31(JP).
Down the line, we will accommodate more sizes.
Q.
What is the rider weight limit for spnKiX?
A.
We recommend no more than 180lbs.
Q.
What is the spnKiX max speed?
A.
spnKiX can travel up to 10mph. The remote has continuously variable speed control.
Q.
Can I do tricks on spnKiX?
A.
We do not recommend doing tricks with spnKiX, but ultimately it's up to you to decide on how you want to use them.
Q.
Are spnKiX waterproof?
A.
Light rain or wet pavement on the street shouldn't be a problem. But spnKiX cannot be soaked in water.
Q.
Do spnKiX have brakes?
A.
spnKiX can be slowed down in two different ways: You can take your finger off of the hand held controller which will slow you down pretty quickly. You can also use the stopper located on the heel, which replaces the training wheel, to slow you down. This works similar to the brake on a pair of roller skates.
Q.
What type of warranty do spnKiX have?
A.
spnKiX come with a 90 day warranty.

About

spnKiX was founded by Peter Treadway, who received his undergraduate degree in Industrial Design from the Rhode Island School of Design and his Masters from Art Center College of Design in Industrial Design with a focus in Transportation. Co-founder of JP Works, a design consultancy firm based in Los Angeles, Peter has designed and consulted for start ups & fortune 500 companies across many disciplines over the past 15 years.

News

Huffington Post UK "10mph 'spnKiX' Motorised Shoes To Go On Sale In March"

Ever dreamed of riding a hoverboard like Marty McFly in Back To The Future: Part II? Us too, us too. Unfortunately, they're not available just yet... but motorised shoes are. View full article and video

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Übergizmo.com "SpnKix in the flesh at CES 2012"

[CES 2012] What started off as a Kickstarter project is now as corporeal as you and I, and the computing device that you use reading this article. I am referring to the SpnKix, a device that could change the way and range we park from our intended destination. View full article

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Mashable Tech "Motorized Shoes Let You Go for a Spin"

SpnKiX by Action Inc. turns any pair of sneakers into wearable skates. The battery-powered motorized skates strap right onto shoes and are hand-controlled by a wireless remote, which controls both feet at one time. The remote straps to the user’s hand to help control the speed. “It turns out motorized shoes are possible, thanks to smartphones, laptops and motorized control cars,” Treadway says in an online video. “The technology that goes into those is now small enough that we can put them in a pair of shoes, so you can go for a spin.” View full article

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Herald Sun "Hoverboard? Nope? Air Kicks? Nope. Motorised shoes? Check, thanks to SpnKix"

Mr Treadway says films and the technology of pop culture myth inspired him to create the SpnKiX. “I have been asking the same questions all of you have been asking: Where are our flying cars? Where are the jet packs? Where are my motorised shoes?,” Mr Treadway wrote on the Kickstarter website in a bid to crowdsource funding for his shoes. The designer said the technology was perfect for places like Los Angeles where public transport is often difficult to access. View full article

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Contact

General Info: spin@spnkix.com