I just received these, and they're seeming to fray after only one day of use. I can see some of the green innards of the laces. Anyone else ?
173571
I have used them for two months now in construction. The only problem is that the color has faded.
173572
I would contact ironlace themselves and explain, im positive they would send you a new pair for free. I have 2 pairs of ironlaces and the ones that are older started to fray at the ends after about 3 months of heavy use, so i plasti-dipped the ends and they came out awesome. So if you contact ironlace and they don't require you to send the old ones in i would highly recommend you do that
1849294
nope, I've had them a little over a month and no problem like that.edit: I have this problem now. I left them around my neck, and noticed some purple stains on my shirt (that did not come out btw) in the mirror. Didn't realize where it came from until I left them on an envelope. Still didn't realize it until I ruined another shirt. It was purple. Idk where that stuff comes from, it's weird. I'm curious if the new X2's have that problem. I'm interested in them, and have not used the X1's since.
269837
Yes I did shorten mine too with a very sharp knife and then put very small snap ties on the ends of them to make sure they don't frey even though they probably wouldn't anyway. Great laces nothing better I put mine into rocky boots that are 2 years old and were them every day and will get another year out of them too. Buy the laces like I will every time... 10 out of 10
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I purchased a pair back in September for my 12 year old daughter. She used them in her daily school tennis shoes. The first week of November, she showed me one that just shredded. So that was only 2 months after purchase. On their website its has a 30 day return policy for manufacture defects. I assume they should last at least a year with normal use. Not quite sure what happened to my daughters set. I did end up ordering 2 new sets. Basically depends how rough the user is on them.
1767401
My husband has only had his a few weeks but has no problem. He suggests you return them for another pair. It could be the rubber.
2073040
I've had no problems with mine. I would suggest to send them back for a replacement; I am extremely pleased with the quality.
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I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use them weekly. I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use... » Read More I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use them weekly. « Show Less
800879
I'm not home but I believe they are sewn in. So the answer would be no. They refreeze in a couple hours, it sure helped me get through my knee replacement in June
413663
I was shocked by the varying quality of my latest order. Mine, too, were thin and cheap. I am not sure if the quality has improved.
1491935
I think they are! I had a pair that started fraying and sent the company a picture. I had a new pair in 2 days. These folks really care! I think the actual CEO or President emailed me.
2178747
I have been wearing mine in my tennis shoes and they are worn nearly everyday. I received my pair about 2 months ago and still in great shape. I would say replace them if they start feeling flat under your feet or pain returns. You can check their website too for more specific information. I love mine though! :)
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The same thing happened to mine. I contacted the company and they quickly sent me a new pair. Apparently the glue that they were using wasn't strong enough. But, the company has been great about making it right.
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Rodney, I have owned several pair of the Irish Setter Soft Paws and even though the robust leather uppers with occasional polishing show little wear, worn soles necessitated replacement. An Achilles' heel (pun intended) of the shoes is the OEM laces, which do seem to wear/fray too quickly. I too have attempted to obtain replacement laces from Red Wing directly and through local shoe stores, but with no success. I now use the readily available KIWI Outdoor Brand brown laces (product code 2114) in my Soft Paws. They look good and are more robust than the OEMs. As I wear size 14EE shoes, I find the 45" laces are appropriate, but the KIWI laces are available in 36" as well. After the OEM laces wear out, the next component(s) which I have found to need replacement is/are the "Scent Ban" insoles. As a "better than original" replacement, I use the New Balance Pressure Relief Insoles (product code IPR3030). They are pricey, but if you are on your feet for hours, they are worth the money. Because I have been wearing Soft Paws for years now, obviously, I do like the product! Roger
1956108
I have not had any fraying from them so far. And I have used them a lot over the hole summer from softball tournaments to the dirty dash runs.
1448633
Wish I could help you with that question but mine are new and I have not had a problem with them. I would begin by contacting the company itself. Good luck with it.
19432
Sorry, Miki, have just checked my pair & don't find that problem. Perhaps it's a defect in your pair.
664808
I've had for a year or so and hove not experienced that.. There like new actually I use daily for 30-min however I slip in and out I don't re-Velcro each time ?? Once there your size no need! Maybe something to try??? Good luck