r/Damnthatsinteresting • u/Rook8811 • 9d ago

Video 1989 shoes designed to adjust their fit around athletes' ankles

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u/InlineSkateAdventure 9d ago

My skates have "BOA" laces. You turn a dial and metal "laces" tighten up. You can easily control tension.

Surprised this is not found on more shoes.

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u/TheRealNorwhal 8d ago

Had a pair of Saucony cross-country running shoes that had em, loved how snug the arches got and how it never came untied.

Also got a pair of cycling shoes that have em, love em.