How to tie your laces

Tying shoelaces is perhaps much more important than one might think. When you are going for a run or just walking outside in general, it is important that the running shoes fit properly and securely. Running can sometimes be uncomfortable for some because of the shoes, so it is wise to make sure the shoe fits as well as possible for a more comfortable trip. Here you will get a small guide on how to tie your shoelaces and what is good to remember.

You might have wondered why you have an extra hole on each side when you buy new shoes? The extra hole that is placed so high up that it doesn’t feel quite natural to use it. Many don’t know what it is for, but it has a purpose that should be used and tested.

Here’s what to do for a better result:

• Take the lace from the second highest hole into the top hole.
• Thread the lace so you are left with a small loop.
• Do this on both sides.
• Then take the lace from one side across to the other, and through the loop.
• Tighten and tie together.
• Check that the shoes fit well.

Here is also a video showing these instructions. The video is borrowed from løpekurs.no

How do you wash shoelaces?

Our running shoes can easily be washed in the washing machine, but it is important to remove the shoelaces and insoles first. To wash the shoes, you can do the following:

1. Use mild soap. The chemicals in detergent can be too harsh for the fabric.
2. Cover the area you want to clean with soap and soak it with cold water.
3. Gently rub with a cloth until the stain has been lifted by the laces.
4. Remove soap residue with a wet towel and let air dry.

Here you can also read our article on how to wash shoes in the best way!