Lock Laces

I can't remember the last time I tied my shoes.

All my running shoes have bungees, mostly because it makes getting in or out, much easier, especially in transition zones.

My latest testers are from Lock Laces. They feature a large pinch-lock and the usual stretchy bungees.

The cords are bound at the ends, so threading them through the shoe eyelets is a breeze.

Their website features a step-by-step installation photo gallery, so setting up a pair of shoes only takes a few minutes.

Bungee laces can ease tight spots on the top of the foot and they create even pressure throughout.

Aside from athletes the bungees are practical for kids, seniors, or those with physical limitations.

PRICE $11.00 CDN

Sable googles

Swimming is has many benefits we all know about, but it's cheap to boot.

Just some trunks, maybe a cap and googles. So why would I spend triple the amount of most googles for a pair of Sables. Mostly because they claim to be anti-fog and great fitting.

Well....so much for that sales pitch. On the third day, I wore these in a lake swim tri and although they weren't rinsed until I crossed the line, the googles were pretty much done.

The salesperson, and the included instructions are adamant about handling the lenses on either side to maintain the integrity of the coating. I still have these googles, use them occasionally, but they are on par with much less expensive earwear. The fit is just ok, and their claim about distortion elimination is not really noticeable. All said and done they are just average and definitely not worth the extra money

PRICE: $50 CDN