I first got these to replace my stock laces that came with my Riedell Orbits, since those laces were very slippery and were already fraying alightly after just a few skating sessions. The Derby laces stay tight much better and are easier to lace up since they are lightly waxed. I love them, they are a great upgrade to your skates at a very reasonable cost. I got the 108" length, there is some excess but I wind it back down the hooks twice and then tie the bow (the next length down would have been too short). I have skated a few times since switching and no signs of wear yet. The color is also perfect (I got Hot Magenta). I wouldn't skate without these laces now!
Update: It's been a few months now and the skate laces are still great. I decided to get some laces (72") for my Converse shoes as well. I have a brand new pair that I got Hot Magenta and Lime Green for and a 2 year old pair that I cleaned the scuffs off with a magic eraser and then put the new white Derby laces on. They now look almost as good as new!

Derby Laces CORE Narrow 6mm Waxed Lace for Figure Skates, Roller Skates, Boots, and Regular Shoes
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars | 6,052 ratings
Price: 8.99
Last update: 02-23-2025
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great laces, for skates or shoes!


Great laces, for skates or shoes!
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2024
Update: It's been a few months now and the skate laces are still great. I decided to get some laces (72") for my Converse shoes as well. I have a brand new pair that I got Hot Magenta and Lime Green for and a 2 year old pair that I cleaned the scuffs off with a magic eraser and then put the new white Derby laces on. They now look almost as good as new!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Derby Laces rock!
These laces are amazing and incredibly affordable! I already have a pair of the black/rainbow laces on the way and I’ll be ordering more colors in the future.
Most laces I found that were long enough for my boots were almost double the price and boring. These seem to be high quality so far and I love that there are so many color options in laces long enough for 12 eyelet boots. I got the 96 inch but the 84 inch would definitely have been long enough for 12 eyes. Oh, and I got an awesome sticker with my order!
Most laces I found that were long enough for my boots were almost double the price and boring. These seem to be high quality so far and I love that there are so many color options in laces long enough for 12 eyelet boots. I got the 96 inch but the 84 inch would definitely have been long enough for 12 eyes. Oh, and I got an awesome sticker with my order!


Derby Laces rock!
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2024
Most laces I found that were long enough for my boots were almost double the price and boring. These seem to be high quality so far and I love that there are so many color options in laces long enough for 12 eyelet boots. I got the 96 inch but the 84 inch would definitely have been long enough for 12 eyes. Oh, and I got an awesome sticker with my order!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Look sharp and still practical!
Absolutely love using wax laces on my figure skates, as they help prevent slippage on tightness while skating. These laces are awesome quality and look great, something that makes me extremely happy.
I wish Derby Laces offered more of the fun patterns in the longer length offerings. These are a fun way to make a statement on the ice.
I wish Derby Laces offered more of the fun patterns in the longer length offerings. These are a fun way to make a statement on the ice.


Look sharp and still practical!
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2024
I wish Derby Laces offered more of the fun patterns in the longer length offerings. These are a fun way to make a statement on the ice.
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5.0 out of 5 stars These laces look great.
I am loving my new laces.
I ordered 3 different colors. These are the Lime Green ones. I also bought a pair of white and a pair of fluorescent Orange. They are 134 inch.
The laces feel nice and strong. Laced up pretty easy and they look great.
The order arrived one day earlier than expected and that's always nice.
I ordered 3 different colors. These are the Lime Green ones. I also bought a pair of white and a pair of fluorescent Orange. They are 134 inch.
The laces feel nice and strong. Laced up pretty easy and they look great.
The order arrived one day earlier than expected and that's always nice.


These laces look great.
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2024
I ordered 3 different colors. These are the Lime Green ones. I also bought a pair of white and a pair of fluorescent Orange. They are 134 inch.
The laces feel nice and strong. Laced up pretty easy and they look great.
The order arrived one day earlier than expected and that's always nice.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Laced up and ready to roll
I have wide feet and needed longer laces, but liked the purple. These matched perfectly and are about 2 feet longer. The waxed lacing, allows smooth lacing yet, stays tied. Love them!


Laced up and ready to roll
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2025
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4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Laces
Laces are really great and are nice and smooth. Only downside is that lace aglet needs reinforcement. It's too skinny and not durable. Only reason I scored it a 4.

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Laces
Buen servicio, me llegaron antes de la fecha esperada. Amo el color, es exacto al que queria y se ve brillante dandoles a los patines un constraste hermoso. El tamaño (120 inch/305) es exacto. Me gusta que queden largos suficientes para poder ajustarlos y amarrarlos comodamente. Definitivamente vale la pena la compra y pienso comprar otros en azul celeste y rojo. /
Good service, they arrived before the expected date. I love the color, it's exactly what I wanted and it looks bright giving the skates a beautiful contrast. The size (120 inch/305) is exact. I like that they are long enough to be able to adjust and tie them comfortably. It is definitely worth the purchase and I plan to buy others in light blue and red. ...Yeah! finally I bought the blue ones, are beautiful and bright.
Good service, they arrived before the expected date. I love the color, it's exactly what I wanted and it looks bright giving the skates a beautiful contrast. The size (120 inch/305) is exact. I like that they are long enough to be able to adjust and tie them comfortably. It is definitely worth the purchase and I plan to buy others in light blue and red. ...Yeah! finally I bought the blue ones, are beautiful and bright.


Beautiful Laces
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
Good service, they arrived before the expected date. I love the color, it's exactly what I wanted and it looks bright giving the skates a beautiful contrast. The size (120 inch/305) is exact. I like that they are long enough to be able to adjust and tie them comfortably. It is definitely worth the purchase and I plan to buy others in light blue and red. ...Yeah! finally I bought the blue ones, are beautiful and bright.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great quality!
Perfect replacement for my former laces! Love this black rainbow vibe with my boots. Highly recommend!


Great quality!
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2024