I love sites like this (and this one in particular). I remember stumbling on it many years ago, maybe a decade or more. No idea how I found it, but the secure knot is useful knowledge that's stuck with me all those years, and has come in handy many times. I don't really care anything about shoelaces, but I'm happy someone else does and built an enduring monument to that enthusiasm.
Ian's Shoelace Site
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#22I kinda have a soft spot for sites like this that look like they were made in the 90's. Respect for the old web.
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#23I learned to tie my shoelaces as a grown man from this website.
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#24So strange to see this here.. I spent a couple days reading the site a few years ago. It was during a time where I was looking for alternative ways to live my life and if I could have subtle improvements on everyday things. I learned a few knots and even now when I buy a new pair of shoes I consult the site to see what lacing style would suit the shoe and my foot. (since different styles put different tension on the…
So... what other alternative ways to live your life did you discover? Love that idea!
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#25Fun tech crossover, the word "aglet". In addition to the shoelace word, it was also the name of a Java mobile agents framework from IBM ~1997. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aglets
There is an episode of Phineas and Ferb in which the boys decide to spread the word about aglets:
http://phineasandferb.wikia.com/wiki/Tip_of_the_Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Evcsj1gx1CE
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#26So strange to see this here.. I spent a couple days reading the site a few years ago. It was during a time where I was looking for alternative ways to live my life and if I could have subtle improvements on everyday things. I learned a few knots and even now when I buy a new pair of shoes I consult the site to see what lacing style would suit the shoe and my foot. (since different styles put different tension on the…
> It was during a time where I was looking for alternative ways to live my life and if I could have subtle improvements on everyday things.
I'm doing exactly this. Would you mind sharing some of the other alternatives you discovered?
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#27I'll vouch for the "Ian Knot". Throughout my life I had to double-tie the classic shoelace knot or else it would come loose a some point during the day. Then I tried the Ian Knot. It is significantly faster and easier. And, now I have some laced shoes that I just slip on because they stay tied for weeks instead of hours. http://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/ianknot.htm
Seconded. Came to post this exactly.
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#28I've recently stopped lacing my shoes after discovering Lace Anchors:
I personally don't use them (too expensive) and use a knot instead.
I haven't noticed a difference in fit or comfort for casual shoes.
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#29So strange to see this here.. I spent a couple days reading the site a few years ago. It was during a time where I was looking for alternative ways to live my life and if I could have subtle improvements on everyday things. I learned a few knots and even now when I buy a new pair of shoes I consult the site to see what lacing style would suit the shoe and my foot. (since different styles put different tension on the…
Strange to read your post as well, since it kind of mirrors my experience. I stumbled upon his site about 4 months ago. Since then I've spent hours lacing and tying knots. There's something kind of zen about it. Now, when putting on my shoes, it's a small effect, but it's made every day just slightly more peaceful and complete. I've also gotten lots of questions and questions on my shoes since I found it. It's fun to talk about the site.
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#30This fills me with anxiety - "Oh my god, are there superior knots and lacing patterns out there that I've been missing out on?!?! Where will I find the time to learn them?!?! Will I do like I often do, give up and revert to ORDINARY KNOTS?!¿!"