Caterpy Run - The Ultimate Elastic No Tie Shoelaces for Adults and Kids

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,814 ratings
Price: $12.95 $16.95 Free Returns on some sizes and colors

Jaguar Black

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Fabric type
Elastic

About this item

  • EASY TO INSTALL & REUSE : Put in Caterpy laces as you would with traditional shoelaces, there's no extra hardware to install. You just lace up once and never need to touch your laces again. The laces can be taken out and reused for multiple pairs of shoes.
  • CONVENIENT SLIP-ONS : Transform your favorite pair of shoes into slip-on shoes. Take your shoes on and off without readjusting laces everyday; and avoid breaking the heel of your shoe from cramming your foot into it.
  • ELASTIC COMFORT : Our elastic laces improve your feet's blood circulation as they naturally swell thoughout the day. Knots from traditional laces create choking points and constrict your feet.
  • CUSTOMIZED PERFORMANCE : Our patented elastic bump technology secures tension in each row of the shoe. This allows you to create customized tension throughout all eyelets, instead of relying on a single knot or plastic piece.
  • FEEL THE DIFFERENCE : Once you try a pair of Caterpy and feel the difference, you'll never want to go back to traditional shoelaces. Caterpy laces are guaranteed to last the life of at least one pair of sneakers.
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CATERPY RUN

Comparing Caterpy Laces

Make Shoe A Slip-on

Reflective

Casual Appearance

Improve Circulation

Decrease Pressure

Elastic Shoelaces

Need to Tie Laces

Make Shoe A Slip-on

Reflective

Casual Appearance

Improve Circulation

Decrease Pressure

Elastic Shoelaces

Need to Tie Laces

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Caterpy Works for...

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Runners

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Customer Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars
3,814
4.4 out of 5 stars
189
4.5 out of 5 stars
3,814
3.7 out of 5 stars
50
4.4 out of 5 stars
145
Price
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Used for
Athletics Casual Visibility Hair tie or Bracelet Convert every shoe
Color Options
28 12 7 Assorted Assorted
Elastic?
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Sizes
Small, Standard, XL Small, Standard Standard — Standard
Made in Japan
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What size should I get?

Caterpy Sizing is mainly based off of the number of eyelet rows a shoe has. Foot width and length also play a part. Please see the sizing charts above, if you think you are between two sizes we recommend sizing up.

What should I do if I have excess lace?

The easiest way is to deal with excess lace is to tuck them under the rows of laces or hide them in the shoe. You can cut them as a last resort. To cut, please carefully use sharp scissors and cut directly in the middle between two bumps.

Can I run in these laces?

Yes! Caterpy was initially created by a Japanese marathoner who didn't want to worry with fidgeting with his laces during a long race.

Can I reuse my laces in a second pair of shoes?

Yes! Caterpy laces are durable and can be used through the lifespan of multiple pairs of shoes. Please note if you cut the laces, then they will lose their reusability.

Can I wash the laces?

Yes, Caterpy laces can be washed! Please do not machine dry them as it can affect elasticity.

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.69 x 4.69 x 0.39 inches; 0.32 ounces
  • Department ‏ : ‎ unisex-adult
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 11, 2017
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Caterpy
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B088FYPXD6
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,814 ratings

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
3,814 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the stability, fit, ease of lacing, performance, and color of the shoelaces. For example, they mention that they stay in place on daily walks, provide a snug fit with just enough flex, and are the best no-tie laces. They also say that they work great for longer distances, and as regular laces for everyday trainers. Customers are also impressed with the contrasting colors and find them to be cute and colorful replacements for traditional running/tennis.

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192 customers mention171 positive21 negative

Customers find the shoelaces easy to use. They say they stay put and their shoes are very easy to get on. They also say the lace is easy to install and make your shoes slide on and off easily.

"...They're amazing! They truly make your shoes slide on & off easily & are just the right amount of snugness...." Read more

"...They add color and style to my shoes. I can easily slide them on and off. Highly recommend." Read more

"...They stay put and my shoes are very easy to get on. I ordered the standard. I liked them so much I'm going to get my husband a pair too." Read more

"These shoelaces are awesome! They were very easy to install. They show you three different methods of handling the ends...." Read more

176 customers mention169 positive7 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the shoelaces. They mention that they work well for longer distances, triathlons, and as regular laces for everyday trainers. Some say the concept is interesting.

"...Once you get them in, they work really well and allow athletic shoes to be turned into "step-ins"...." Read more

"...lace holes, but once in place and adjust, which took a few tries, works well, appears secure, and makes shoes easy to take off." Read more

"I have been using these shoe laces for quite some time. They work very well and I love not having bend down to tie my shoes!" Read more

"...They still work great. I am amazed at how well they have held up." Read more

139 customers mention98 positive41 negative

Customers like the fit of the shoelaces. They say they keep their shoes surprisingly tight. They also say the laces are easy to install, and long enough for all shoe sizes.

"...They truly make your shoes slide on & off easily & are just the right amount of snugness...." Read more

"...They keep my shoes as tight as I like them and even when I am running around the store, they don’t loosen...." Read more

"...They are a little "long", so you might need to lace into the top hole and tuck the end back in, facing the sole, in so they don't flap around...." Read more

"...These help get the perfect tightness at every level of the laces to get the right fit...." Read more

135 customers mention133 positive2 negative

Customers find the shoelaces easy to use. They say they're the best no-tie laces they've had, and a creative solution to regular laces. They also say the laces are great quality, and do a good job converting lace up shoes to slip ons.

"...They're amazing! They truly make your shoes slide on & off easily & are just the right amount of snugness...." Read more

"...They were easy to lace into my shoes. It reduced some of the pressure that was being put on my foot before, but they still felt secure during my run...." Read more

"...That said, I adore these! Comfy & no more double knotting my shoes!!" Read more

"These shoelaces are awesome! They were very easy to install. They show you three different methods of handling the ends...." Read more

124 customers mention109 positive15 negative

Customers like the stability of the shoelace. They say it stays in place on their daily walks, and never come loose. They also say it keeps the shoe secure without making the shoe too tight. Customers also say the lace is attractive and holds shoes on the feet appropriately.

"...pressure from the bumps (which I was worried about) & they are super easy to tighten & loosen just where you need making for a perfect fit...." Read more

"...They stay in place, meaning they solve my problem of not needing to untie or tie every time I wear my shoes, I just slip them on and off easily,..." Read more

"...as I like them and even when I am running around the store, they don’t loosen. This product is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend them!!!" Read more

"...They stay put and my shoes are very easy to get on. I ordered the standard. I liked them so much I'm going to get my husband a pair too." Read more

97 customers mention78 positive19 negative

Customers like the color of the shoelaces. They say they have beautiful contrasting colors, look cool, and suit the style of their shoes. They also appreciate the unique design and variety of colors. Some mention that the rainbow effect goes perfectly with tie-die Brookses and that they stay nice and snug while they play and run.

"I wear these in my Hokas and I absolutely love them. They add color and style to my shoes. I can easily slide them on and off. Highly recommend." Read more

"These are really cute and colorful replacements for traditional running/tennis shoe laces...." Read more

"These laces feel tight for me. They look cool and are probably great for runners...." Read more

"My daughter loves these! Easy to slipp on. They stay nice and snug while she plays and runs recommend these" Read more

86 customers mention54 positive32 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the shoelace. Some mention that it holds up well, and feels really sturdy. However, others say that it frays where you cut it, and loses its strength after a couple of months.

"...but once in place and adjust, which took a few tries, works well, appears secure, and makes shoes easy to take off." Read more

"...They did exactly what they said they would. Over time they started fraying even though I cut them where the directions instructed...." Read more

"...I will say these are a good value and seems durable enough to last the life of the shoe." Read more

"...They are very good quality so when she grows out of these shoes, I definitely think we'll be able to use them in another pair so I left them at..." Read more

80 customers mention49 positive31 negative

Customers are mixed about the adjustability of the shoelaces. Some mention that they love them because they can adjust them as needed, the ability to adjust the tightness independently for each area of the foot makes shoes previously, and that they allow you to adjust various areas more effectively. However, others say that it's a little too tight across the top of their foot so they're pulling out the laces. The sizing can be a challenge and it takes too much effort to bother width.

"...I love that they're adjustable so he can just move to the next bump when he needs a more secure or looser fit. Thanks for a great product, Caterpy!" Read more

"...laces or the elastic silicone laces, and I do feel them pressing against my foot sometimes, and that makes them something I wouldn't want to buy..." Read more

"...The slip on convenience is great, but the level of tension control is awesome...." Read more

"...INSTEAD I FOUND SOMETHING BETTER. These Caterpy laces come in 3 sizes and are stretchy like a hair tie so you can turn any shoe into a custom-fit..." Read more

Chunky feet? Get the longer ones.
5 Stars
Chunky feet? Get the longer ones.
I love these, but my 9.5 wide feet could probably have stood a size up. It fit, but no room for error.That said, I adore these! Comfy & no more double knotting my shoes!!
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Jordan Walker
5.0 out of 5 stars I never need to tie my shoes again!
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Jaguar BlackVerified Purchase
I bought these laces because I was sick of my laces untying during my runs. They were easy to lace into my shoes. It reduced some of the pressure that was being put on my foot before, but they still felt secure during my run. Plus, now I can just slip my running shoes on and stop fidgeting to get them just right. I do have to tuck the ends of the laces a bit since they’re slightly too long for my shoes (I think I was stuck between lace lengths and decided to pick the longer set). I’m very pleased with my purchase and would absolutely recommend them to anyone who struggles with traditional shoe laces.
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Marianne H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for kids who can’t tie their shoes
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2024
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Jaguar BlackVerified Purchase
I have a special-needs son who is not able to tie his shoes and this gives him the opportunity to wear shoes. He otherwise wouldn’t be able to. And I liked them so much I got myself a pair so I didn’t have to keep tying my sneakers which come untied constantly with the current laces that are popular
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SCCarrie
5.0 out of 5 stars They work great
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2024
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Purple HazeVerified Purchase
These are really cute and colorful replacements for traditional running/tennis shoe laces. I have two pair of purple ones to match my Asics tennis shoes and Brooks running shoes, and one pair of black.

Once you get them in, they work really well and allow athletic shoes to be turned into "step-ins". They stay as tight as regular laces and seem to have some "give". I get lots of compliments on them since they are so colorful. They are a little "long", so you might need to lace into the top hole and tuck the end back in, facing the sole, in so they don't flap around. You'll figure it out.
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Ace
4.0 out of 5 stars Great idea
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Jaguar BlackVerified Purchase
I love this product, but my only issue is I wear a size 12 and the standard laces do not lace all the way up through the shoe. I will try the extra large but other than the length I really like the product.
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Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for running
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
Size: Small: 20in / 50cmColor: Electric YellowVerified Purchase
I bought these for my 8 year old's running shoes based on recommendations from runners. These help get the perfect tightness at every level of the laces to get the right fit. Also my kid's lace tying is always tight and often laces come undone while he's running so it's the perfect solution to keep him on the track.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent shoe string!
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Citrus OrangeVerified Purchase
I wear these in my Hokas and I absolutely love them. They add color and style to my shoes. I can easily slide them on and off. Highly recommend.
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KKP
3.0 out of 5 stars Works as advertised
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Purple HazeVerified Purchase
A little difficult to thread through lace holes, but once in place and adjust, which took a few tries, works well, appears secure, and makes shoes easy to take off.
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Matthew
5.0 out of 5 stars Super helpful for those with a disability
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2024
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Really helps if you cannot use both hands equally.
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Christina Craft
5.0 out of 5 stars Holy crap these are good
Reviewed in Canada on December 7, 2023
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Silky WhiteVerified Purchase
I have a lot of trouble with my feet... plantar fascists last year... meyatarsalgia and mortons neuroma off and on for 30 years. I'm fussy about my shoes. I use Altra shoes but their laces are always slippery. I heard about these and was glad I tried them. My laces stay in place. If I buy again I'll get the longer laces. I didn't measure ahead of ordering and forgot I need extra laces to tie up the extra hole thingy at the top of the ankle. I'll know better next time. But these are fantastic. I'll never buy any other kind of laces ever again.
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Dr. Louise Anderson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for presents
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 24, 2022
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Perfect for presents. Has apparently “changed the way he wears shoes forever”. You heard it here first kids.
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Alex Lau
5.0 out of 5 stars Convenient and great colour options!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2021
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Length and colour is perfectly fit my Asics Tiger.
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Alex Lau
5.0 out of 5 stars Convenient and great colour options!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2021
Length and colour is perfectly fit my Asics Tiger.
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Klaus Rotter
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfetti
Reviewed in Italy on May 11, 2021
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Gunmetal GrayVerified Purchase
Lacci comodissimi per scarpe da trail running. Consiglio al 100%. Comprato secondo paio.
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Klaus Rotter
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfetti
Reviewed in Italy on May 11, 2021
Lacci comodissimi per scarpe da trail running. Consiglio al 100%. Comprato secondo paio.
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Howie
5.0 out of 5 stars No more laces
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 1, 2020
Size: Standard: 30in / 75cmColor: Tropical BlueVerified Purchase
Love caterpy laces, wish they did multi packs as I want them in all my running shoes. Mainly used in a few pairs of Pegasus 35 without issue. Just makes sure you experiment with different variations of laces to make sure you get tightness and looseness where you require it. Thought would be too loose but they grip the shoe so well, without strangling your foot. Never have laces come undone again
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