Are shoelaces replaceable by more usable alternatives? If so why are they still so common?

1. Why do we still use shoelaces?
2. What can I use instead of shoelaces?
3. Why are shoelaces so long on new shoes?
4. Are laces better than Velcro?

Why do we still use shoelaces?

Not only do they ensure the proper fit of your shoe but they can prevent an injury if secured properly. It could almost be said that shoelaces have been instrumental in modernizing the world.

What can I use instead of shoelaces?

While laces are best for keeping the shoe firmly placed on the foot, a good Velcro or other closure type, such as elastic no-tie shoelace replacement systems, can do the job just as well, Volpe said.

Why are shoelaces so long on new shoes?

Whether you wear a size 7 or a size 20, the shoe manufacturer has to ensure that all shoes can be fully laced up. As a result, the length that was deemed necessary for that size 20 sneaker is the same length you receive. This way, shoes don't have to be returned simply because the laces were too short to tie.

Are laces better than Velcro?

Shoes with laces have more adjustment possibilities than Velcro. Laces can be adjusted to the exact shape of the foot. At bisgaard, the shoes with laces are designed in a way that the laces neither constrict nor squeeze the foot but simply help ensure the shoe has a flexible and appropriate fit.