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Knotted Lacing
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Adding an overhand knot at each crossover increases friction and keeps the lacing much firmer. Ideal for tightening
ice skates, rollerblades, etc.
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This picture of Converse sneakers with knotted lacing was sent to me by Harma. |
Lacing Technique:
1. The lace is run straight across the bottom (grey section) and emerges through both bottom eyelets.
2. The ends are crossed over each other and are then knotted with a single overhand knot, which is identical
to the Starting Knot.
3. The ends then continue across to the opposite sides, where they go under and out through the next set of
eyelets up the shoe.
4. Repeat steps (2) and (3) until both ends reach the top eyelets.
Features:
Keeps lacing tight
Assists tightening
Harder to loosen
Comparative Length = 102%
Laced area uses more (about +2%)
Longer laces needed (about +1%)
Shortens lace ends (about −2%)
More details
Knotted Lacing Theory:
With each stage of this lacing given a single overhand knot, the result is a very firm lacing. This is of
most benefit whilst tightening, as the lower sections are less inclined to loosen in the process, making it
ideal for tightening ice skates, rollerblades, etc. |
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Lug Knotted Lacing
Same lacing method for shoes with lugs instead of eyelets.
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Twistie Lacing
Similar method with knots running up the shoe instead of across the shoe.
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This page last updated: 31-Aug-2010. Copyright © 2005-2010 by
Ian W. Fieggen. All rights reserved.
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