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  1. #1
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    which shoelaces?

    Does anyone use quick-lace shoelaces and if so which, and why?

    --speed laces? (regular or elastic? why?)
    --easy laces?
    --yanks?

    thinking of ordering some and it's one of those things that's really hard to evaluate from a picture online. none of the local stores seem to carry them.

    thanks!!!

    Edit: Speed Laces, Easy Laces and Yankz are the brand names I've seen online (there may be others).
    Last edited by VeloVT; 03-22-2007 at 12:46 PM. Reason: Clarification

  2. #2
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    For races only I have speedlaces, elastic. Honestly, I think they make my shoes uncomfortable, no matter how I arrange them. But for a 5-10k run that's okay.

    I take them off after the race...

  3. #3
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    I have Speed Laces. I got the non-elastic because I like my shoes laced TIGHT! I haven't used them in a race yet but I've liked them when I do bricks.
    I'd rather be swimming...biking...running...and eating cheesecake...
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  4. #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by MDHillSlug View Post
    I have Speed Laces. I got the non-elastic because I like my shoes laced TIGHT! I haven't used them in a race yet but I've liked them when I do bricks.
    Oh, this is not the same style of speedlaces as I have.

    I didn't realize it's a brand name.

    Anyway, mine come in a small white and blue package, and the closure mechanism is a transparent round dish-shaped.

  5. #5
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    I have that kind too. Everyone thinks they're the shiznit, and they definitely make transition quick, but I think they're kinda tight, even tho they're as loose as they can get. I might try a different brand. There were some Yankz (I think) in the goody bag from my last race. I love good swag!

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    I use Yanks (sp?) and I like them. They're great for sprints and Olys. I haven't used em for HIM or IM tho. I have done training runs of up to 15 miles in them and they felt OK.
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