What is the Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's) used for?

Tying laces that keep coming loose (nylon, thin, slick cords); Securing footwear during runs, hikes, and endurance sports; Fastening clothing ties that need to hold firm; Holding light ties that can't be allowed to loosen on their own.

How do you tie the Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's)?

The Surgeon's Shoelace Bow is the reinforced version of the ordinary bow: an extra wrap in the first tie adds friction and locks the knot, keeping it from loosening or coming undone on its own while you wear it. It's the classic fix for slippery laces. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's) hard to tie?

The Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's) is rated medium, in the Whipping & Care category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's)?

It ends up a bit bulkier than the ordinary bow; If cinched too tight on very thin laces, it can take more effort to untie.

Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's)

Q: What other names does the Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's) have?

It is also known as Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's), Surgeon's Shoelace Knot, Double-Wrap Shoelace Bow, Lazo de cordón del cirujano, Nudo de lazada del cirujano, Laço de cadarço do cirurgião, Nó de cadarço reforçado, Nœud de lacet du chirurgien.

A shoelace bow with an extra wrap that holds firm and doesn't come undone on its own while worn

Also called: Shoelace Bow (Surgeon's), Surgeon's Shoelace Knot, Double-Wrap Shoelace Bow, Lazo de cordón del cirujano, Nudo de lazada del cirujano, Laço de cadarço do cirurgião, Nó de cadarço reforçado, Nœud de lacet du chirurgien

What it is for

Tying laces that keep coming loose (nylon, thin, slick cords)
Securing footwear during runs, hikes, and endurance sports
Fastening clothing ties that need to hold firm
Holding light ties that can't be allowed to loosen on their own