hi all, been suggested by a running friend of mine that I try a set of the elastic no tie laces? has anyone tried these or currently using them? I would be interested to hear how these a working for you and also any potential negatives with them.
I was a big fan of elasticated laces as I found the laces that came with Adidas Adios 2 's to be very inflexible and it was difficult to get the tension right. However I'm currently seeing a physio for calf issues and he's recommended ditching the elastic laces because for longer runs he reckons you get better support from the normal kind.
interesting to hear some different views for sure, think, like most things its a case of trying them out and see what works best for you. Also thanks limper for the name drop of a specific type, will google them and see how I get on
like Cougs, I use lock laces and have done for a number of years - they just make life easier and for short distance triathlon are essential if you want to save time.
again - used in races up to (and beyond in 2 cases) marathon distance
number of styles available - check out LockLaces, Extenex and Greepers.
but as cougs also says - avoid if you're running on muddy/sticky surfaces as the mud suck is enough to pull the shoes off as the elastic stretchesa bit too far so the foot pops out
limper - until a week ago I would have agreed with you - I've used elastic laces for marathon distance and beyond. But given that the physio is currently treating me for lower leg damage, I'm prepared to concede he might have a point!
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I was a big fan of elasticated laces as I found the laces that came with Adidas Adios 2 's to be very inflexible and it was difficult to get the tension right. However I'm currently seeing a physio for calf issues and he's recommended ditching the elastic laces because for longer runs he reckons you get better support from the normal kind.
I use them for all distances including adventure races and marathons. I use the Xtenec ones (?sp) And I dispute your physio's comment RR - sorry!
interesting to hear some different views for sure, think, like most things its a case of trying them out and see what works best for you. Also thanks limper for the name drop of a specific type, will google them and see how I get on
Xtenex I think are the ones limpet means.
I've used them for all distances up to marathon with no problems.
And you never get laces coming undone in a race.
like Cougs, I use lock laces and have done for a number of years - they just make life easier and for short distance triathlon are essential if you want to save time.
again - used in races up to (and beyond in 2 cases) marathon distance
number of styles available - check out LockLaces, Extenex and Greepers.
but as cougs also says - avoid if you're running on muddy/sticky surfaces as the mud suck is enough to pull the shoes off as the elastic stretchesa bit too far so the foot pops out
limper - until a week ago I would have agreed with you - I've used elastic laces for marathon distance and beyond. But given that the physio is currently treating me for lower leg damage, I'm prepared to concede he might have a point!