Sizing Examples
- For most accurate sizing we recommend removing one stock lace, measuring it, then finding a Stretchlace length that matches.Â
- What if you are between sizes? For example, you remove your shoelace and it's 37" and we only offer a 35" or 40". There are 4 factors to consider:
- When your current shoelace is tied, how does it look? Does the knot and bow feel short? Size up. Does it skim the ground when you walk? Size down.
- What is the width and height of your foot? Is your foot wider, do you have a high instep? Then you may want to size up. Is your foot narrow? Then you may want to size down.Â
- How active will you be in the shoe? Most adults do well with a single knot, but most children find a double knot to be useful. If you intend to use a double knot, size up.
- Does your current lace fit just right? We recommend sizing down. Â
- We also recommend leaving one shoe laced up with the original shoelace so that you can use it as pattern guide for your new Stretchlace.
- If you're unable to remove your existing shoelace our "Eyelet Size Guide" can serve as a rough estimate.Â
An eyelet is the hole found on on the shoe that's used to thread the lace. Count the number of eyelets on your shoe. Important:  Eyelets on shoes are counted in pairs, so only count the number of eyelets on one side of the shoe.
- Please explore our example images below, we also include replacement lace sizing recommendations direct from the brands (where applicable).
- Note your foot size. Is it wider, more narrow, or have a high instep? Take these factors into account and size accordingly. If you are in between sizes, we recommend sizing down.
- Take note if we are using the "Heel Lock Eyelet". A heel lock lacing technique can be used to prevent heel slippage. Â
| Count Eyelet by Pairs | Replacement Length in Inches | Replacement Length in Centimeters |
| Â 2 - 3 Pairs of Eyelets | 24 - 30Â in | 60 - 76 cm |
| 4 Pairs of Eyelets | 36 in | 90 cm |
| 5 Pairs of Eyelets | 36 - 45 in | 90 - 114 cm |
| 6 Pairs of Eyelets | 45 - 55Â in | 114 - 139 cm |
| 7 Pairs of Eyelets | 55 - 63 in | 139 - 160 cm |
| 8 Pairs of Eyelets | 63 - 72 in | 160 - 182 cm |
| 9 Pairs of Eyelets | 72 in | 182 cm |
| 10 Pairs of Eyelets | 72 in | 182 cm |
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Group
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Average Age | Average Shoe Size |
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Toddlers
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9 Months - 4 Years | 3.5 - 10 |
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Little Kid
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4 - 7 Years | 10.5 - 3 |
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Big Kid
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7 - 12 | 3.5 - 7 |
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Men
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12+ | 6 - 16 |
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Women
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12+ | 4 - 12 |
Nike Blazer Low '77 VNTG
Men's Size 12, Women's Size 13.5
Original Shoelace 60" • 8mm
Stretchlace 63" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 8 eyelets. This user could have sized down to a 55" to shorten the bow.
Nike Blazer Low '77
Big Kid 4.5Y
Original Shoelace 56" • 7mm
Stretchlace 55" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 8 eyelets, because this is a youth size we selected a shorter length than suggested by the eyelet guide, and it works well for the user.
Nike Air Max Bella TR3
Women's Size 8.5
Original Shoelace 49" • 5mm (Round)
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm (Round)
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 8 eyelets. We selected the shorter length and it works well for the user.
Converse Jack Purcell Ox 'Leather'
Men's Size 11.5, Women's Size 13
Original Shoelace 51" • 6mm
Stretchlace 55" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 7
Length According to Eyelet Guide 55" - 63"
Sperry Top-Sider Striper II CVO
Men's Size 12
Original Shoelace 40" • 3mm (Round)
Stretchlace 40" • 4mm (Round)
Number of Eyelets 5
Length According to Eyelet Guide 36" - 45"
New Balance 442 team FG Soccer Cleat
Men's Size 8
Original Shoelace 41" • 4mm
Stretchlace 45" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 6 + 1 Heel Lock (unused in image)
Length According to Eyelet Guide 45" - 63"
Cleats are tight fitting, wider feet/high instep users can size up to allow for more room and double knot to ensure extra security with activity.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top
Men's Size 11, Women's Size 13
Original Shoelace 65" • 8mm
Stretchlace 72" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 8 eyelets. We selected the longer length and it works well for the user.
Nike Air Force 1 '07
Men's Size 7.5, Women's Size 9
Original Shoelace 52" • 6mm
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. According to the eyelet guide this shoe would be 63" - 72" replacement length. However, the stock laces were only 52". The user was able to fit into a shorter length with room to be able to tighten the Stretchlace. This is because the AF1 are a bit heavier than typical sneakers and we planned for the Stretchlaces to stretch out over time. In addition, the user wanted a shorter look on the bow similar to the original stock laces.
Nike Metcon 7
Men's Size 12, Women's Size 13.5
Original Shoelace 49" • 6mm
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 5
Length According to Eyelet Guide 36" - 45"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. The eyelet guide indicates to size at 36" - 45". For this shoe the eyelet space is wider across than typical, so we sized up and it works well for the active user in the gym.
Adidas Goletto VII FG J Soccer Cleat
Big Kid Size 4
Original Shoelace 40" • 6mm
Stretchlace 40" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 6
Length According to Eyelet Guide 45" - 55"
Cleats are tight fitting. Depending on kid's foot size, they could size up to allow for more room and a double knot to ensure extra security with activity
Nike Air Max Terrascape 90
Men's Size 7.5, Women's Size 9
Original Shoelace 50" • 6mm
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 7+ 1 Heel Lock (unused in image)
Length According to Eyelet Guide 55" - 72"
The heel lock in this shoe is a looped tab (not a typical eyelet hole), we did not use the heel lock tab in this image.
Converse Jack Purcell Canvas
Men's Size 7, Women's Size 8.5
Stretchlace 55" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 6
Length According to Eyelet Guide 45" - 55"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 6 eyelets (45" - 55"). This shoe size could have also used a 45" or 47" length but it depends on the users foot size (small or larger than average).
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top
Men's Size 10, Women's Size 12
Original Shoelace 58" • 8mm
Stretchlace 63" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 8 eyelets. We selected a shorter length than suggested by the eyelet guide, and it works well for the user.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Top
Men's Size 9.5, Women's Size 11.5
Stretchlace 55" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 8
Length According to Eyelet Guide 63" - 72"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. There is a wide variance in suggested length for a shoe with 8 eyelets (63" - 72"). In this example, we used a shorter than suggested length of 55" and it works well. However, depending on the users Overall foot size a 63" or 72" may work just as well.
Nike Kyrie Flytrap
Little Kid Size 1
Stretchlace 45" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 5
Length According to Eyelet Guide 36" - 45"
Nike Kyrie Flytrap
Little Big Kid Size 5
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 5
Length According to Eyelet Guide 36" - 45"
Adidas Soccer Cleat
Big Kid Size 4
Original Shoelace 40"
Stretchlace 40" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 5
Length According to Eyelet Guide 36" - 45"
Cleats are tight fitting, wider feet/high instep users can size up to allow for more room and double knot to ensure extra security with activity
George
Men's Size
Stretchlace 55" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 6
Length According to Eyelet Guide 45" - 55"
If laces skim the ground when you walk they are too long. These don't skim the ground, but they are close so the user could size down.
Wonder Nation
Big Kid Size 5
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 6
Length According to Eyelet Guide 45" - 55"
As a style option, this user has the option to tie, or not!
Wonder Nation
Big Kid Size 6
Stretchlace 55" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 5
Length According to Eyelet Guide 36" - 45"
This is an example of why removing and measuring the original laces is so important. The eyelet guide suggests 36" - 45", but we laced up 55" Stretchlaces. The user could potentially size down but their bow would be shorter.
Time and Tru
Women's Size 8
Stretchlace 47" • 4mm
Number of Eyelets 6
Length According to Eyelet Guide 45" - 55"