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2010-01-28 11:57:50
33 Different Ways To Lace Shoes | ||
My diagrams are all drawn as though looking from the front of the shoe, such that the lower part of the lacing is at the bottom of the diagram, and are colour-coded to make it easier to follow where the lace runs. Generally, the start of the lacing is grey, whilst the lace end that starts on the left side is blue and the end that starts on the right side is yellow. For colour-blind visitors, Blue=Dark=Left, Yellow=Light=Right. | ||
This is probably the most common method of lacing normal shoes and boots. The laces simply criss-cross as they work their way up the shoe. |
FEATURES: Traditional Simple to lace Comfortable Corrugates shoe | |
A variation of Criss Cross Lacing that alternates between running over and then under. It's my own preferred method for most of my shoes & sneakers. |
FEATURES: Ian's favourite! Decorative Faster & easier Less wear & tear | |
This traditional method of Straight Lacing appears to be more common in Europe. The laces run straight across pairs of eyelets and diagonally underneath. |
FEATURES: Shortens ends Neat on top Messy underneath | |
Often referred to as "Bar Lacing" or "Lydiard Lacing", this variation of Straight Lacing eliminates the underlying diagonals, which looks neater plus relieves pressure on the top ridge of the foot. |
FEATURES: Neatest looking Slightly difficult Only for even pairs of eyelets (eg. 6, 8) | |
This is a "lazy" variation of Straight (Fashion) Lacing where one end runs straight from bottom to top whilst the other end steps through the eyelets. |
FEATURES: Neatest looking End lengths shift Only for even pairs of eyelets (eg. 6, 8) | |
An inside-out version of Straight (Fashion) Lacing, which distributes pressure evenly plus keeps the knots & ends to the side, away from either snagging undergrowth or from bicycle chains & cranks. |
FEATURES: Evens out pressure Reduces snagging Looks messy | |
This variation of Straight Lacing has all of the angled underlying sections pulling the same way, which shifts the sides of the shoe out of alignment. Of dubious merit, perhaps only to correct an otherwise ill-fitting shoe. |
FEATURES: Easier to tighten Mis-aligns sides Modifies fit | |
Commonly used by shoe shop assistants because it's so fast to lace new shoes, this method is another "lazy" variation of traditional Straight Lacing. |
FEATURES: Lazy way of lacing Shortens ends End lengths shift | |
Shoe stores often use this reversed version of Criss Cross Lacing on their display shoes in order to end up with the lace ends neatly tucked away inside. |
FEATURES: Neat display shoe Easier to loosen Harder to tighten | |
This distinctive lacing, which looks just like a ladder, is also useful for "shortening" long lace ends. U.S. paratroopers and ceremonial guard units wear jump boots with white ladder lacing. |
FEATURES: Neat & distinctive Shortens more Harder to tighten | |
- NEW! Another decorative lacing method used on military boots, which is like running at an angle, creating a woven web of shoelace. |
FEATURES: Decorative Shortens more Firm & tight Harder to tighten | |
Although terribly awkward to tighten, this method looks interesting, holds very firmly, and can also be used if you're desperate to shorten long lace ends. |
FEATURES: Shortens more Stays very tight Terribly awkward | |
So named because the outline resembles the shape of a bow-tie, this method makes the most efficient use of lace and thus is useful for "lengthening" short lace ends. |
FEATURES: Lengthens ends Comfort "zones" Loose fit | |
- NEW! This inside-out version of is used by the British, Dutch, French and Brazilian armies (and possibly others). With the crossovers on the inside, the sides of the combat boots can flex more easily. |
FEATURES: Lengthens ends Allows more flex Harder to tighten | |
This method was invented and patented by Monte Fisher for faster lacing of boots. The laces run in a double helix, angled one way on the outside and the other way on the inside. | FEATURES: Decorative Fast & easy Less wear & tear | |
This blend of Over Under Lacing and Hash Lacing creates overlapping "crosses", which can also be woven into the most intricate "macrame". |
FEATURES: Decorative Harder to tighten If woven, very tricky to tighten | |
When used on modern boots and sneakers with a wide gap and many eyelets, the result resembles a diagonal series of hash "#" symbols. |
FEATURES: Decorative Shortens ends Harder to tighten | |
Great for boots and sneakers with a wide gap, this very popular method forms a neat woven lattice in the middle of the lacing. |
FEATURES: Very popular! Very decorative Shortens more Harder to tighten | |
Though awkward to tighten, this lacing holds very firmly, making it great for lacing skates tightly. It also looks interesting, a bit like a giant zipper. |
FEATURES: Decorative Holds very firmly Harder to tighten | |
Often referred to as "Bal-Lacing", this method is specifically for riding boots (motorbike or equestrian) in which the part that is tightened and loosened is at the middle of the boot (near the ankle). The laces zig-zag from both ends and fasten in the middle. |
FEATURES: Unusual layout Neat appearance Specific use only | |
As an alternative to the , this way of lacing eliminates the need to even tie a knot by leaving one end loose. | FEATURES: Handicapped use Surprisingly easy Loose fit | |
This variation divides the lacing into two or more "segments", each of which can be laced up as tightly or loosely as necessary to achieve a comfortable yet secure fit for "difficult" shoes or feet. |
FEATURES: Customisable Many uses Looks messy | |
A more attractive though less flexible variation of Segmented Lacing in which a knot makes the lower segment of shoelace permanently tighter or looser. |
FEATURES: Customisable Many uses Harder to get foot into shoe | |
By hiding the knot underneath, the result is an uninterrupted series of straight "bars" that looks particularly distinctive on dress shoes or sneakers alike. |
FEATURES: Very distinctive Tricky to tie knot Slight discomfort | |
Here's a way of lacing to end up with two different colours alternating up the shoe. Two shoelaces are cut and joined, then laced as per Straight (Fashion) Lacing. |
FEATURES: Very decorative Work required Slight discomfort | |
Another way of ending up with two colours is to interweave two laces up the shoe, ending up with four lace ends, which can then be tied creatively. |
FEATURES: Very decorative Creative options Needs new laces | |
This interwoven lacing forms an attractive two-colour checkerboard pattern that looks fantastic on today's wide fronted sneakers. |
FEATURES: Most popular! Very decorative Slip-on or off (no knot required) Loose fit | |
Each side loops back on itself down the middle, rather like when two springs become intertwined. However, those loop-backs tend to shift off-centre. |
FEATURES: Decorative Laces wear more Centreline shifts | |
Adding an overhand knot at each crossover increases friction and keeps the lacing much firmer. Ideal for tightening ice skates, rollerblades, etc. |
FEATURES: Keeps lacing tight Assists tightening Harder to loosen | |
Like a combination of Loop Back and Knotted Lacing, the laces are twisted together with a vertical overhand knot at each crossover before continuing to the other side. |
FEATURES: Decorative Keeps lacing tight Harder to loosen | |
Alternating X-I-X-I on top of the shoe, which looks a little like Roman numerals. It's most effective on dress shoes where the sides of the shoe meet in the middle. |
FEATURES: Decorative Great on dress shoes Harder to tighten | |
Footbag players use this lacing to open up the front of their shoes, making it easier to catch or otherwise control the footbag (or "Hacky Sack"). |
FEATURES: Great for Footbag Freestyle Less binding Distorts shoes | |
Also referred to as "Lace Locks", this is not a lacing method as much as a technique for creating a super-tight finish. It's often recommended to help reduce slippage in running or climbing shoes. |
FEATURES: Tightens firmly Reduces slippage Harder to loosen |