Having boots in this era is not a boasting thing but tying these boots with manner is something to boast about. 😉
If you do not know about how to lace boots with a kiltie, then there is nothing to be worried about. Because we are presenting you the step-by-step method to show you the right method of lacing boots with a kiltie. All you need to do is to follow our given procedure sequentially and make the best knot out of it. Let’s get started 🙂
What are Kiltie Boots?
Are Kiltie boots a need or a want?
To understand that you should be able to determine the purpose and usage that lies behind a kiltie. Kiltie boots have been used for as long as you can remember. They can be dated back to the old days when the Scotland officers or gentlemen added kiltie to their boots. It was a form of protection as well as luxury.
To this day they are a necessity for correctional officers who use heavy dusty boots. You must have noticed that the upper of shoes, particularly the lace area, is prone to damage with all the lace pulling. Kiltie boots have a full grain leather addition like matching the material of boots that plays multiple roles of aesthetics and functionality.
Material Of Kiltie In Boots
A kiltie is simply an additional leather piece inserted between the tongue and lacework of the boot. The material is the same as the sturdy boots. Additionally, you can find a kiltie with multiple designs in the market.
The thickness of the kiltie can be changed so it does not feel strange while walking. You can remove it on your whim. Besides adding to the performance, it is also a great barrier for hikers who love to track around the rough mainland.
A step-by-step method to lace boots with a Kiltie
Lacing kiltie is not a difficult task but still, if you are facing trouble while tying laces then we will guide you about it, and here is our guide.
Here we have described a step-by-step procedure on how to lace boots with a kiltie. Follow these steps and get your laces tied within no time.
Step1: Loop the laces
In the very first step, take your shoes and loop the laces over the top then two from the bottom that is near to your toe. Doing this will make it easy for you to learn lacing shoes quickly.
Step2: Cross the laces
After looping the laces, it’s time to cross the right lace over the third from the top on the left side. Then cross the left lace over the second eyelet from the top on the right side
Step3: String through the laces
As you have done with the first two steps, then do it with the same laces string through the lower eyelets on the kiltie.
Step4: Loop through the kiltie
Now make a loop across the kilties to the lower eyelet on the left side. This will make a little bend in your loop.
Step5: Loop the laces from the top eyelets
With the same lace, string through the second eyelets from the top to get the proper fitting. So now the kiltie is properly laced in from the bottom. Keep in mind that you have to start the lacing just like we have described in the first step so that you will get the best and firm lacing. Now loop that same lace through the third eyelet on the right side.
Step6: A Standard shoe knot
Loop the two laces through the top eyelets of the kiltie until it is completely folded. Now it’s time to finalizing your shoe knot by tying a standard shoe knot.
Purpose of Kiltie boots?
Kiltie is not here to look pretty or to add weight to your boots. It plays a crucial role in bringing out the comfort and performance of boots. Regardless of regular hiking boots or long instep officer boots, kiltie can be adjusted in multiple shoe wear. The purposes it mainly plays are listed below.
- The kilt’s purpose is to protect the laces. Whether it is from wear and tear or to protect the eyelets from pulling out Kiltie has proven to be effective.
- Kiltie boots also offer a sort of mudflap for the wearer’s shoes, which was required in muddy areas.
- Kiltie if padded increases the comfort and stability of the wearer by providing an extra area to press against in the boots.
- Since it is the same material as the boots which is usually leather so the life and wearability of boots are also increased by three times.
- It covers your laces in high abrasion areas to prevent them from snagging and breaking prematurely.