Optimising Shoe Comfort: Expert Lacing Techniques

Wide Feet and Bunions

• Skip last eyelet to reduce forefoot pressure

• Prevents:

  • Toe crowding

  • Corn formation

  • Callus development

  • Blister occurrence

  • Nerve compression

Racer's Loop for Heel Security

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Use standard crisscross to penultimate eyelets

2. Create loop in top-left eyelet

3. Create matching loop in top-right eyelet

4. Cross laces through opposite loops

5. Pull towards toes and secure

Benefits

• Prevents heel slippage

• Reduces blister formation

• Improves biomechanical efficiency

• Ideal for narrow feet

High Arch Technique

Implementation

1. Standard crisscross to arch apex

2. Skip crossing at highest point

3. Thread straight up on same side

4. Resume crisscross pattern

5. Complete normal tie

Advantages

• Reduces midfoot pressure

• Accommodates bone spurs

• Prevents numbness

• Minimises pinching

Black Toenail Prevention

Method

1. Begin at big toe eyelet

2. Pull diagonally to top opposite eyelet

3. Crisscross remaining lace

4. Secure as normal

Benefits

• Creates additional toe box space

• Reduces nail trauma

• Prevents blackening

• Improves toe comfort