Apple, please remove/card me if this post is inappropriate, I'm unable to PM you. Hey guys, I've been a reader/member here for many years so I know the boot nerds are here. I wanted to share an idea I've had in the works and get some input. A little background: I'm 30 years old and have been obsessed with boots for the majority of those years. Over that time, I've always been frustrated by the fact that soccer specific laces simply are not available (that I'm aware of). The alternative options always end up looking poor because the width or construction just isn't right. Knowing that there has to be other people in the same boat, I've decided to start a company specializing in premium soccer laces. The initial laces are modeled after a Nike Tiempo Elite style lace, but with a tighter weave pattern. This makes the laces a bit stiff, but they don't stretch as much so you get a nice lockdown. The laces are 100% polyester so they are durable and they are made in the USA. It has taken over a year to get there, but I currently have 4 colors in factory production and hope to be shipping them soon. They will come in 2 lengths: 112cm and 132cm. What do you guys think? Could this be a successful endeavor or am I wasting time? Would love to hear your input. I've got 10 or so sample pairs left that I'd love to send out to members to check them out. They are red and 112cm long. Just send me a PM with your name & address. Best, Mike
looky what i got in the mail yesterday. thanks, @mretrum. they look great, and the length is just about spot on for these mizunos.
To launch, there will be 4 colors: Volt Hyper Punch Red Royal Blue If things go well, I will quickly expand out to more colors. It's obviously tough to keep up with so many boots & colors on the market, but I will do my best to cover the more popular 'in-trend' colors.
They look good - are you just planning on red ones though? It's just they make me think of the Nike Stand up Speak up campaign laces which, yeah I know was 4 years ago but I still rock some in my older Nike boots. appleCORR
Do you mean the Nike (RED) campaign Apple? The stand up speak up was the black and white interlinked wristband
I do - IDIOT! Haha, I was only thinking about those bands this morning actually with Henry rocking one. I did mean the (RED) laces. I think its just because they made red laces in general so iconic. Especially if they didn't match the boot they were in (mainly the grey/orange colourway) But I understand all this is in the early stages. Just wondered if you other colours would be an option once I'm sure this takes off. appleCORR
How many different weave patterns, materials and lengths did you try out before you got the perfect laces? I'll give you some feedback once I've worn them enough.