Yankz Shoe laces
Tuesday, November 08, 2005
Yankz - Triathlon Laces
New Colors Added!
Tying your shoes is a thing of the past with our unique loop system and high-impact lightweight plastic cordlock. No more tying, retying, double knots or frazzled dirty laces to mess with. Just slip on your shoe and yankz. You're ready for action.
Yankz!
$7.50 - 8.00
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The revolutionary Yankz! Sure Lace System is a
fantastic product.
Whether out for a casual stroll or competing
for a personal best, users are always impressed
by the level of comfort and performance that the
Yankz! Sure Lace System gives them.
The Yankz! Sure lace system is the most comfortable
and innovative
athletic lacing system around.
It's unique design is perfect for activities such as walking, running, aerobics, gym class, biking, triathlon, and other sports. Expandable cords and two points of adjustability provide an unsurpassed level of comfort.
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Tying your shoes is a thing of the past with our unique loop system and high-impact lightweight plastic cordlock. No more tying, retying, double knots or frazzled dirty laces to mess with. Just slip on your shoe and yankz. You're ready for action.
Using the Yankz! Sure Lace System is easy, anyone can do it. Just in case you have any problems, we've placed the instructions here with PDFs and pictures to help you along the way.
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English
Spanish
German
French 
Step 1 :: With the Yankz! logo on the buckle facing toward your ankle, lace the shoe from top to bottom (ankle to toe).
Step 2 :: Thread cord ends completely through holes at the wide end of the toe clip and back out through the openings on the side.
Step 3 :: Pull upward on cord loop (not plastic) above casing, and slide the casing down toward shoe until it stops. Push T-Bar pin into casing to secure loop position. Stretch cord loop downward and secure into "hook" of toe clip. Cord loop should be snug as shown on packaging cover. Shoe slips on and off easily, without having to unlock the system! Fit should be comfortable and secure, not tight.
Step 4 :: If the fit is too tight, or loop too short, pull some of the excess cord back
through toe clip and redistribute the slack by pulling cords up through eyelets towards
the ankle. If the fit is too loose or loop is too big, feed cord down from ankle area
through toe clip.
©2003 Sporting Innovations Group, LLC. All rights reserved.
YANKZ! sure lace system is the safest, fastest, most innovative lacing system available on the planet. Just slip on your shoe and yank.
Using YANKZ! is so easy, anyone can do it.
Once you have properly laced your shoe, the next step completely eliminates the need to tie your shoes.....this is the key to a fast transition!!! Simply yank up on the Sure Lace
(1) then push the YANKZ! automatic locking device down until it is comfortable for you
(2). The automatic locking device locks it in this position so it won't slip back out until you release it. Next, loop the Sure Lace under the connector hoop
(3) AND YOU ARE DONE! It won't release until you are ready for it. Complete easy to follow instructions come with your new pair of YANKZ!
- posted by Perry Dau @ 8:08 PM
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
Yankz Testimonials
| Revel In Triathlon at Revel Sports Yankz Shoe Lace Testiminials......Available at RevelSports.com Alabama My wife bought these for me for Christmas and they are great. They keep my shoes snug during running but I can still slip them on/off with hardly any effort. I would recommend to anyone to buy the Yankz product even if they are not an athelete. I am thinking of getting some for my old running shoes that I use for non-sports activities. Thanks again for such a great product. Kenneth H. - Birmingham |
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California My daughter bought me my first set of Yankz as a gift this past year. I have found them to be the best lacing system I have ever used both in Triathlon events as well as training and at the gym. These laces have totally eliminated all of the guess work in achieving proper shoe fit, and best of all have taken a few more precious seconds off my T2 times. As a 50 year old Triathlete, I need all of the help I can get. In short, you have a great product! Best Regards, Jim F. - Trabuco Canyon It's my pleasure to say that Yankz! lacing is the best thing for my running shoes. I never worry about laces coming untied and my shoes are easy to slip on. On my runs, Yankz! shock cord construction provides a comfortable, secure, and form fitting feel: My shoes and feet are one. Kevin R. - San Diego I've had the same pair of Yankz in my shoes for over 18 months and have yet to re-adjust them. They have kept the same comfortable, blister-free fit during all my miles of working out and through many 5, 10, 15k and half-marathons. The shoes have finally worn out, but not the Yankz. Galean D. - Yucaipa I have about a dozen pairs of walking, running and workout shoes, all with Yankz. I adjust them once and forget about them. When my shoes get dirty, I throw them in the washing machine and dryer, Yankz and all, and they still fit the same when they come out. Jenny D. - Yucaipa |
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Connecticut Hello! I recently purchased your laces in NYC - I just put them on my second pair of sneakers since that time last night! Wow! I am 57 and need every bit of comfort I can find - last night I was amazed! Flabergasted! They are the best - I bought two pairs at the time, but now I will be ordering another 6 pairs for friends and fellow athletes. Thanks again for such a cool product - that for once really works!!! Rob B. - Bridgeport |
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Colorado In triathlons, quick transitions are key to a successful race. I know from personal experience that the comfort and speed of Yankz shoe laces has been vital to my elite success in racing. Ryan W. - Colorado Springs |
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Florida I have been using Yankz! for almost 2 years now, and it amazes me how much difference it has made - not only in my transition times that are now a lot faster, but I also have all my training shoes laced up with Yankz! and the fit is just so much fetter! I don't get blisters after my long runs anymore since the shoe is not wobbling around in my feet, and the colors are just awesome! Regards, Felipe B. - Gainesville |
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Georgia As a retired triathlete, I wish Yankz were available when I was competing. I know they would have given me the competitive advantage I was always striving for. Now, I enjoy the fact that I can get into my fitness run faster without the bother of lacing my shoes. I also really enjoy how comfortable they are. Look out 50 and older dudes, when I come out of retirement in two years, I will be lightning fast in the transition with the help of Yankz. Temporarily Retired Triathlete, Michael L. - Atlanta |
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Iowa I was in Atlanta over the weekend visiting friends. One of these friends, a runner, had told me about Yankz before, but when I saw them in his running shoes, not only did I see that they would also work beautifully in my cycling shoes, but also that they could be the answer to many mothers' prayers. Sure, velcro works great for little kids' shoes, however, I find that 10 to 12 year olds don't find velcro shoes to be socially acceptable, but still seem to be lacking whatever brain chemical is necessary to keep their shoes tied. So, thanks for inventing these. Thanks! Cathy F. - Des Moines |
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Maryland YANKZ ROCK. I coach the Triathlete to the unfit. All whom either fumble with shoes coming untied or search for faster transition times. I only use and recommend YANKZ. I/we love them, Patrick "Sarge" A. President of The Sergeant's Program, husband, father of two and Ironman finisher. - Rockville |
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Minnesota I am a triathlon coach in Minnesota and I always get the same comment on your product, "Hey, cool laces." I have not tied a pair of shoe laces in three years! I have Yankz on my racing flats, training shoes and my everyday sneakers. I love your product and would enjoy displaying your logo on my bike rack, lunch box, clip board and who knows where else. Thank you! Coach Kris - Crystal |
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Missouri The only thing faster than greased lightning is the Yankz! SureLace System. I love them because they're fast and my flats fit perfectly every time I race. I take a few minutes to fit up my laces when I get a new pair of shoes, and then I'm all set. Yankz! is by far the easiest and most affordable 30 seconds I've ever saved - and that's in transition where I needed it most. Thank you for the great product and awesome customer service. Thanks again for all you guys do, both for me and for our sport. All the best, Tim - Ballwin |
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North Dakota Yankz laces are especially valuable when transitioning from bicycling shoes to running shoes in triathlon/biathlon events. They require no lacing or knots; zip, you're in, zip, you're out and the shoe remains remarkably comfortable on the foot. An amazing product! William G., Commander U.S. Navy (Retired), Point Mugu Naval Base Admirials Cup Duathlon, 2004 and 2003 Gold Medal Winner for 60+ Age Group. |
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Ohio As a consumer and parent of 3 children, I just went to my local fabric store and bought elastic and a couple of cord stoppers to make shoelaces for my 5-year old. If these laces were available at a children's shoestore, I definitely would have purchased them pre-made. You should try to market these laces to Stride-Rite and other mass retailers of children's shoes. Even Walmart and Target in the children's shoe department. A version of these laces are in Gap brand children's sneakers, but are not available for purchase separately. You have to buy the shoes at Gap with the laces already in them. Not many people actually buy shoes at Gap. If one could just purchase shoes from wherever and buy your elastic laces separately and switch them out, it would be great! I would gladly pay for laces separately just for the convenience. I think moms everywhere would agree. They're a great alternative to always having to buy the velcro-closing sneakers (or making home-made laces)! Jodie B. - Shaker Heights |
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Texas I've been using your laces for 7 months and recently, I purchased 5 more pair of Yankz! online. I wanted to match laces for several pair of athletic shoes I have. When I received the order I was not happy with the fluorescent orange color. It wasn't as bright as I expected it to be. I contacted your online customer service department to see about returning or exchanging it. Well, I was pleasantly surprised by the response! Not only did they apologize for the situation and notice that I had shopped with them online before (nice personal touch), but they told me to keep the pair I had received AND they sent me a new orange color they were marketing which they suspected would match what I was looking for!! I received the new laces a few days later and they were right! It was the exact color of bright orange I needed to match my new Mizunos! What customer service! I love the laces and now I can say, I love the company too! They told me their goal is Customer Delight, going beyond Customer Satisfaction. I can tell you they accomplished that goal with this customer! Way to go Yankz! Carol S. - San Antonio |
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Washington I have been wearing Yankz! laces for a couple of years now, and what I like best about them is how well they conform to my narrow foot. They easily lace into my running shoes, and I pretighten them at the top and bottom just enough so I can slide them in quickly, pull and go. As a result I have shortened my triathlon transition times, and let me tell you those extra seconds make a difference. My favorite style is the reflective lace-in the Seattle area we need this feature day and night! I'll never run another race without Yankz! Anne J. - Seattle |
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Canada I never thought I'd say this sentence, but, I love your shoelaces! I'm a 16 year old triathlete from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and I've never had a problem during a race with your shoelaces. They keep my shoes nice and snug on my feet but they are not hard to get into, and they always stay done up, so that I never have to waste time in my transition doing them up. My other friends have had this other type of triathlon lace, I'm not really sure what it's called, but it's got this plastic device on it, and you have to pull out a piece, and so on and so on. They have all had problems with them but I never have. Unfortunately, they have lost important seconds in the transition fiddling around with their laces, while I have been able to get in and out of there in a flash. I've had my latest pair of running shoes for a long time (too long!) and I am getting a new pair very soon. Sincerely, Vanessa F. |
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New Zealand Yankz are the greatest! With competing in Triathlons, Duathlons and Aquathlons around the world I wouldnât use anything but Yankz. I can only rely on them for their awesome comfort, reliably, performance and most importantly the ability to have fast transitions with taking my shoes on and off. Cheerz, Daniel C. |
- posted by Perry Dau @ 7:29 PM
Yankz Shoe Laces
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Triathlete Magazine Betsy Redfern & Jay Prasuhn With all of the other complications life throws at you, who needs to be worrying about their laces? Remove those tired tie-ups from your shoes and replace them with Yankz, the athletic lacing system that will not only save you time in transition, but in getting out the door for your morning training run as well. Once you fit Yankz to your shoe, you never need to readjust or tie them again. Your shoes are always ready to go. When we tested these laces, we were pleased with the fit and ease they brought to our shoes. |
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Muscle and Fitness Magazine The folks at Yankz are determined to put an end to floppy, loopy laces. The Sure Lace System is designed to save serious athletes from having to stop the action to tighten or retie their shoes. Fashion-conscious spectators will love the wide array of colors that'll match any athletic shoe you own. |
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Australian Triathlete Magazine The Yankz! are here. The uniquely designed "set and forget" shoelace system allows adjusting to be done from both top and bottom, giving you control of the comfort of your shoes. Take seconds off your transition time. With many colors to choose from you can now color co-ordinate with your shoes or choose to stand out from the crowd. |
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Triathlete.com User Review Overall the Yankz! lacing system is a great product which will save you time and headaches over traditional laces. Yankz! is a high-quality product which will solve lacing problems. Initial lacing issues (i.e., telling yourself there is more than one way to tie your shoes) quickly disappear when your shoe tightens with one pull of the cord. Are Yankz! right for you? At just $8.00 USD, I recommend purchasing a pair; odds are you will enjoy a faster T2 and an end to shoelace headaches. If the Yankz! system doesn't work for you (you're the exception, not the rule), give them to your buddy; they will thank you for it. - Giancarlo |
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Another Triathlete.com User Review The people at Yankz! Sure Lace Systems are really on to something here. The system provides even distribution throughout your arch. The larger laces (while difficult to lace in some shoes) are the key to providing greater comfort throughout the entire arch. The lace is a bungy type of nylon cord that expands and contracts with the foot. The locking device gives you a piece of mind, in the way in which it secures itself, unlike other systems that I have had "slip" undone. As an amputee, I cannot afford to have lace problems. I cannot feel if lace is coming undone, when a lace does come undone on that leg it results in going to the ground. The unfortunate part is it that I end up breaking a part of the leg. Therefore, not only is my run over, but I have a $1,000-$2,500 repair bill to contend with. You do the math! - John |
- posted by Perry Dau @ 7:23 PM
Thursday, October 28, 2004
Top 10 Gift Ideas for Runners
Top 10 Gift Ideas for Runners: "Top Ten Gift Ideas for Runners
1 Garmin Forerunner 201 & 101 GPS Watches
GPS-Enabled Forerunner� 201 & 101 GPS Watch
Personal Training System
This makes it an excellent training tool for runners and triathlete, or for any professional who runs to keep fit for their job.
2 IllumNITE Eureka Soft Shell Jacket
Ergonomic contoured styling combine with our new body comfort Soft Shell fabric. Vibrant color story for day and night visibility completes the functional performance story for the avid runner.
3 IllumiNITE Hat
Light and airy cap keeps sweat and hair out of your eyes. Mesh side panels cool airflow and the wicking sweatband absorbs perspiration and dries quickly.
4 Amphipod NEW RunLite Series
Amphipod's hydration products are based on low profile physics and minimalist design. All feature custom contoured low profile ergonomically sculpted bottles for no bounce comfort and performance.
5 Sugoi Tempo Man's MidZero/Convector Running Shirt
Strategically combined fabrics for optimal high exertion winter temperature regulation in cool weather.
6 Matching B.O.A. Shorts and Top
B.O.A., Built On Athletics, a Running Specialty Apparel
7 Cinespinner
CineSpinner� animated sun catchers come to life and animate continuously as they gently rotate in a window.
8 Runner's Necktie / Boxer Shorts
Printed on heavyweight 14M silk twill generously cut 3.3/4' wide x 56' long.
9 Shred Alert Hats
Take your time and check out the finest collections of original hats that speak to the passion in everyone.
10 Yankz! Sure Lace System.
It's unique design is perfect for activities such as walking, running, aerobics, gym class"
- posted by Perry Dau @ 8:19 AM
Top 10 Gift Ideas for Runners
Top 10 Gift Ideas for Runners: "Top Ten Gift Ideas for Runners...
1 Garmin Forerunner 201 & 101 GPS Watches
GPS-Enabled Forerunner� 201 & 101 GPS Watch
Personal Training System
This makes it an excellent training tool for runners and triathlete, or for any professional who runs to keep fit for their job.
2 IllumNITE Eureka Soft Shell Jacket
Ergonomic contoured styling combine with our new body comfort Soft Shell fabric. Vibrant color story for day and night visibility completes the functional performance story for the avid runner.
3 IllumiNITE Hat
Light and airy cap keeps sweat and hair out of your eyes. Mesh side panels cool airflow and the wicking sweatband absorbs perspiration and dries quickly.
4 Amphipod NEW RunLite Series
Amphipod's hydration products are based on low profile physics and minimalist design. All feature custom contoured low profile ergonomically sculpted bottles for no bounce comfort and performance.
5 Sugoi Tempo Man's MidZero/Convector Running Shirt
Strategically combined fabrics for optimal high exertion winter temperature regulation in cool weather.
6 Matching B.O.A. Shorts and Top
B.O.A., Built On Athletics, a Running Specialty Apparel
7 Cinespinner
CineSpinner� animated sun catchers come to life and animate continuously as they gently rotate in a window.
8 Runner's Necktie / Boxer Shorts
Printed on heavyweight 14M silk twill generously cut 3.3/4' wide x 56' long.
9 Shred Alert Hats
Take your time and check out the finest collections of original hats that speak to the passion in everyone.
10 Yankz! Sure Lace System.
It's unique design is perfect for activities such as walking, running, aerobics, gym class"
- posted by Perry Dau @ 8:19 AM
Reviews
The revolutionary Yankz! Sure Lace System is a fantastic product and we have received many reviews and testimonials from magazines and athletes around the world.
Whether out for a casual stroll or competing for a personal best, users are always impressed by the level of comfort and performance that the Yankz! Sure Lace System gives them.
Take a look at the magazine reviews below or travel to the Testimonials section to see what folks are saying about Yankz!
French Triathlete Magazine
Triathlete Magazine
Betsy Redfern & Jay Prasuhn
With all of the other complications life throws at you, who needs to be worrying about their laces? Remove those tired tie-ups from your shoes and replace them with Yankz!, the athletic lacing system that will not only save you time in transition, but in getting out the door for your morning training run as well. Once you fit Yankz to your shoe, you never need to readjust or tie them again. Your shoes are always ready to go. When we tested these laces, we were pleased with the fit and ease they brought to our shoes.
Muscle and Fitness Magazine
The folks at Yankz! are determined to put an end to floppy, loopy laces. The Sure Lace System is designed to save serious athletes from having to stop the action to tighten or retie their shoes. Fashion-conscious spectators will love the wide array of colors that'll match any athletic shoe you own.
Australian Triathlete Magazine
The Yankz! are here. The uniquely designed "set and forget" shoelace system allows adjusting to be done from both top and bottom, giving you control of the comfort of your shoes. Take seconds off your transition time. With many colors to choose from you can now color co-ordinate with your shoes or choose to stand out from the crowd.
Triathlete.com User Review
Overall the Yankz! lacing system is a great product which will save you time and headaches over traditional laces. Yankz! is a high-quality product which will solve lacing problems. Initial lacing issues (i.e., telling yourself there is more than one way to tie your shoes) quickly disappear when your shoe tightens with one pull of the cord.
Are Yankz! right for you? At just $8.00 USD, I recommend purchasing a pair; odds are you will enjoy a faster T2 and an end to shoelace headaches. If the Yankz! system doesn't work for you (you're the exception, not the rule), give them to your buddy; they will thank you for it. - Giancarlo
Another Triathlete.com User Review
The people at Yankz! Sure Lace Systems are really on to something here. The system provides even distribution throughout your arch. The larger laces (while difficult to lace in some shoes) are the key to providing greater comfort throughout the entire arch. The lace is a bungy type of nylon cord that expands and contracts with the foot. The locking device gives you a piece of mind, in the way in which it secures itself, unlike other systems that I have had "slip" undone.
As an amputee, I cannot afford to have lace problems. I cannot feel if lace is coming undone, when a lace does come undone on that leg it results in going to the ground. The unfortunate part is it that I end up breaking a part of the leg. Therefore, not only is my run over, but I have a $1,000-$2,500 repair bill to contend with. You do the math! - John
©2004 Sporting Innovations Group, LLC. All rights reserved.
- posted by Perry Dau @ 7:48 AM
Yankz Sure Lace
You are about to buy the most comfortable shoelaces ever! Click on the Yankz! to start the purchase process. Continue browsing, choose your favorites, check your items in your Shop Basket and finally – zip on through the Check Out. It’s a breeze.
- posted by Perry Dau @ 7:42 AM
