text: I had some reservations in the beginning. Could this product really work? Isn't it kinda pricey? I mean, really...$22 so I don’t have to tie my shoelaces. Really??? Then they were delivered.<br /><br />First thing I did was look for the instructions. Ha! There were none. No big problem. I just Googled “Zubits Instructions” and there they were. But wouldn’t you think for twenty-two bucks there would be instructions? I did. Seems you would want your customers to be able to start using your product right out of the box. That’s just good business sense.<br /><br />If you think all you have to do is re-lace your shoes to accommodate the Zubits, you would be wrong. It is a trial and error fit and the instructions (now that I had them) even suggests you may have to tie, retie, and retie your laces again for the best fit.<br /><br />Finally, my shoes were laced into the Zubits and it worked as advertized...sorta. You have to be careful when closing the Zubits that they do not grab anything between the underneath side of the Zubits and the top surface of your shoe. The magnets are strong and if you are not careful, they will grab the surface of your shoe and not provide the needed magnetic seal.<br /><br />Knowing what I now know, I would not recommend Zubits...unless it is really-really worth $22 to you not have to have to deal with shoelaces ever-ever again. Personally, I think you are trading one hassle for another.<br /><br />====================== The Next Day ======================<br /><br />I tried them in earnest...REALLY. I figured if the Zubits would keep my laces from getting snagged when riding my bike, it might be worth the $22, but I never got that far. I took five steps out of the house and the Zubits separated. I reconnected the Zubits, took four steps and they separated again. I am returning them today. Too bad.