How to Lace Walking Boots for Ankle Pain

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How to Lace Walking Boots for Ankle Pain

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Күн бұрын

If you've been out recently and felt your ankles were sore, bruised or blistered afterwards, the chances are it's how you're tying your laces (or you've got the wrong boots/socks). This video outlines how we reduce the pressure on the ankle by different lacing techniques.
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@Ibuse123 4 жыл бұрын

Jesus Christ, thank you so much. My new boots were stabbing my ball joint of my ankle, and I almost sent them back until i watched this. I didn't pull my laces up enough and just had the top cuff flapping about.

@trekitt 4 жыл бұрын

Woohoo, problem solved, we aim to please! Paul.

@SarahElse-yn2pr 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. Can't believe I have been lacing my boots wrongly for years. This change has stoped my boots hurting at the ankle. Game changer as though I was going to have to bin the boots and search for another pair!

@catstuart1 Ай бұрын

Brilliant video tutorial, am going to try this today

@DaarkMana 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I bought expensive boots that gave me ankle pain. But after using this method I feel comfortable.

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

@reneemellott8612 9 ай бұрын

wow, I had no idea how to lace boots up like this!! Thank you

@danjaraven5664 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!! The shop owner told me he laced them like this, and I saw him do it, but did not remember how he did it when I was at home. Thank God for KZfaq LOL!! I'm a starter at hiking and want tot do it right. THX!!

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, that shop owner sounds like a knowledgable guy! Harry

@sorearm 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you I've been lacing them incorrectly and getting twinges of ankle pain, thank you!

@thdjjfsfh 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Hanna, I'll try this on my next hike. Much appreciated.

@reman3000 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm new to hiking and am very curious, seems like there's a great wealth of knowledge for me to learn yet!

@trekitt 4 жыл бұрын

Everyday is a school day, even for us!

@dixieh5555 2 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion on the knot tying!

@taggartlewis6314 3 жыл бұрын

awesome! I got a lot out of this video, new ways of lacing, but also all of the general things that I didn't know about lacing. quick and packed full of goodness, thank you!

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@justmyopiniontoday7548 2 жыл бұрын

Another thoughtful and well organised video from trekitt. Some useful tips that I'de not thought about previously.

@mejulian01 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I was about to donate my new boots because the pain and bruising above the ankle (at the highest point of the boot) was just horrible. I tried this lacing method in today's walk with the dog and they felt so fine. A little uncomfortable on the ankle bone, but I've seen massive improvement. And to think I've discarded boots due to this in the past. You've saved me some money and made my walk enjoyable. I'm cascading this knowledge to the family.

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Wooo, glad we could help! Harry.

@TastyTrees916 Жыл бұрын

Oh my god thank you! My right ankle has been hurting so bad. This fixed it instantly. Strange though it was only the right ankle

@trekitt Жыл бұрын

Glad we could help! Yeah, more often is the case that it's just one-most people have one foot around 1/4 to a 1/2 size larger than the other that can often be a contributing factor.

@Shockwave_760 2 жыл бұрын

This helped my pain instantly who knew s basic re-rout of laces could do this

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help!

@MRptwrench 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! This helped me with a bruised/sore outer ankle.

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help 🙌

@jacknapier394 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video!

@KarenMacArthur-qq1pl Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much- great video My bruised tibia is happy

@cml4914 3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to give this a go, my new Salomons have been hurting my right ankle after about 10 miles- weirdly fine on the left. I'm hoping this helps so I don't have to go shopping around again x

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

We're glad to be of service and hope the hack works for you.

@edmondsde 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I cannot wait to try this out this weekend, although may need some additional healing days first. I had terrible bruising just above the outer ankle last weekend from my mids. The boot is pretty soft where it was hitting my ankle, so I was surprised it had bruised.

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck! Thanks for watching. Paul.

@stephenbouchelle7706 3 жыл бұрын

Helpful. My concern is pain from an old injury - specifically pressure on a metal plate just above the ankle.

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Ouch. Hopefully this helps somewhat. Harry

@nonaide 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Absolute lifesaver

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@jerryvincent8402 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!!!!🇺🇸Thanks.

@r.casagrande8689 3 жыл бұрын

Best shoes lacing ever

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

@r.casagrande8689 3 жыл бұрын

@@trekitt Thank you

@jagodak.6867 2 жыл бұрын

I have a terrible ankle pain in my walking shoes. Gotta try that today!!

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

Let us know how you get on!

@chris-terrell-liveactive 3 жыл бұрын

good video, clear explanation.

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@justsendmelocation5068 2 жыл бұрын

This just happens on my right foot, I'll try this hopefully this works.

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck, I'm sure it'll help somewhat. Harry

@sagediamond1231 4 жыл бұрын

love nor money huh... first i've heard of that... thanks fer the tips

@trekitt 4 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@sirius_s2028 3 ай бұрын

Can anyone explain what is actually happening here to prevent the ankle pain? I have this issue and it seems to resolve it but im mystified as to why this works?

@dronexfun8469 3 жыл бұрын

If you reverse the direction you wrapped the lace around the loop it creates a "strong" knot and will not come undone. This works especially great with round laces.

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@FionaDeutscher 3 ай бұрын

Do you have any lacing tips for pain experienced in the side of a body ankle

@trekitt 3 ай бұрын

Side ankle pain is harder to avoid by adjusting the lacing, we would first look at the socks you're wearing to make sure they are up to the task and have enough cushioning to help with ankle comfort. After that, it would be a look over the boots to make sure there isn't an obvious pressure point being caused by something in the boot itself. Trying different socks and a few of the techniques mentioned here might help, but if it still persists and is only in one particular boot then it could be down to an ill-fitting boot and it might be time to try getting fitted for an alternative pair. If it's something you experience in multiple different pairs of footwear then you could also try strapping the offending ankle to hopefully alleviate some pressure too.

@rebelvictory 3 жыл бұрын

Any recommendations if you've only got one hook loop up top ? ... I'm having some ankle pain with a pair of keen targee 3's in a "mid cut " they only have one hook... Thanks

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Apart from reducing lace tension or possibly wearing a thicker pair of socks, there aren't many options left I'm afraid. Is the pain due to pressure caused by stitching/fabrics within the boot?

@rebelvictory 3 жыл бұрын

@@trekitt I'm not sure what the pain is from honestly.. its my first pair of anything taller than a tennis shoe ( besides pull on boots that have free ankle movement ) i decided to go with a mid cut boot because all the experts recommended them... I'm not sure now, maybe i made a mistake and should have stayed low cut ? Maybe they're just too new - stiff 🤷‍♀️ it's nothing running it just aches after wearing like in the bones or maybe muscle -tendons

@sethharary4345 Жыл бұрын

Hi, question: I have so many foot problems and after speaking with many professionals and trying dozens of boots I finally found my "best option." However, I am having some ankle pain from the upper laces which is making me hesitant about them. I would try this hack but there is only ONE lace up row instead of two! any alternative methods or options/tips? Thanks

@trekitt Жыл бұрын

Are they fairly new boots? I find that I quite often have a little pressure around the lacing whilst the boots are fresh, but within a few walks it tends to disappear. There aren't any tricks I know of that can alleviate lacing pressure without simply loosening the laces, which creates more issues unfortunately.

@QuarterZipBro 2 жыл бұрын

Great pro tips!

@WalksWithOlly 5 жыл бұрын

Good advice, as always. This is a long shot: a problem I frequently have is boots failing, cracking and eventually splitting across the top where the toes bend. Volume reducers have helped to reduce or prolong this. Is there anything else one could try? I know of a few other people who struggle with this.

@trekitt 5 жыл бұрын

It largely comes down to the fit of your boot and as you've mentioned, the volume. Did you have your footwear fitted or was it purchased online?

@WalksWithOlly 5 жыл бұрын

@@trekitt Most of the boots I've owned have been fitted and recommended by another 'Outdoor' retailer. When it came to replacing the first pair that split, they then recommended volume reducers, which has certainly helped to prolong the issue. It's also fair to say that I do more walking than a lot of people! 😁

@trekitt 5 жыл бұрын

@@WalksWithOlly Ah, okay! Our first thought was volume reducers, however if you've already had these fitted then our next port of call is down to the maintenance and care of the boots. Leather boots especially will require frequent care such as conditioning and waxing to maintain their supple, protective characteristics. We have a video which outlines how to care and maintain your leather boots (link below), however if you've got a fabric boot then we'll be producing this soon. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h92Tn92IrqeooZc.html

@yasnilvlogs3533 4 ай бұрын

Were i can buy this kind of boots

@trekitt 4 ай бұрын

You can buy the Aku Slope direct from us here: www.trekitt.co.uk/footwear/walking-boots/aku-mens-slope-gtx-black-dark-grey__7102

@simoncove1 18 күн бұрын

Mine really hurt on that prominent ankle bone on the inside of the ankle. So so sore. Been considering shoes as even not laces has caused pain. But I don’t get it as I went up Kilimanjaro 15 years ago with the same boots. Don’t get it at all….

@trekitt 18 күн бұрын

15 years is long enough that your feet have likely changed shape so those boots may no longer work for you. It's very common for us to lose some of the natural cushioning we have in our feet over time, as well as any changes in weight, injuries and activities can also alter our foot shape. Do you experience the pain in other pairs of boots or is it just that one particular pair? Might be worth trying alternative pairs to see if its a boot specific issue or an ankle issue. Then from there the next step might be going for those shoes instead if that relieves any pressure you have.

@simoncove1 18 күн бұрын

@@trekitt thanks for the reply. I don’t wear boots a lot so it’s hard to say but it’s just that bone on the inside of the ankle. I’ve got the Yorkshire peaks in September so it’s a bit of a worry to know what to do to be honest …. I’m not sure how much support boots give but I would always previously bought boots over shoes but yes, it’s a tricky decision.

@Drizzleswag Жыл бұрын

Will this work with only 1 metal things to loop laces around? Got some new boots and really bugs the vein on right side of my right ankle. Haven't worn anything that puts pressure on that part of my ankle in awhile

@trekitt Жыл бұрын

Give it a go and see how you go. It may work!

@drakedakes 5 жыл бұрын

This seems to be legit, I have to try it out. Wonder why this appeares just after around 7 yrs of intense walking the shoes (Scarpa Lite Trek GTX model from 2012 with hard Vibram sole)... Btw. always laced the same way.

@drakedakes 4 жыл бұрын

Hmm, that is really strange - now it doesn't pose any problem. And I am still lacing as usual.

@toasterbath1395 3 жыл бұрын

drakedakes cuz ur getting old lol

@drakedakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@toasterbath1395 This would sound reasonable if I were 60 or 70, but come on, I didn't hit 30 yet!

@tracyleach5271 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for trying. Unfortunately, it didn't make a shred of difference for me. The pressure on my ankle bones (medial malleolus) is just as bad.

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

Ahh that's a shame. Thanks for watching anyway. Harry

@michaelnelson8235 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! I went on a pretty big hike with my new boots yesterday and I'm having some anterior (front) ankle pain on one ankle. Will this help with anterior pain?

@trekitt 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, this technique may help, it's worth a try.

@NeuroPulse 2 жыл бұрын

Mine are Bogs rain boots with no laces. 😭💢

@awaken77 2 жыл бұрын

i always have pain in high boots, until they are break-in

@trekitt 2 жыл бұрын

It definitely depends on the boots. My current Scarpa Terra's didn't need breaking in at all luckily. Harry

@awaken77 2 жыл бұрын

@@trekitt i had this problem with all boots regardless of the brand . maybe it's specific of anatomy. it's not noticed when I use it lightly, only after day-long hike in new boots