But Hoka’s well-designed lacing system lets you tightly lock your ankle and upper foot into the boot, so you don’t roll from side to side (a major worry that comes with added height).

This style is also available in ankle boots. Instead of a smooth surface, the shorter version of the Shark Lock Stiletto has ...

Also called a lace lock, runner's lock, or runner's loop, this is a simple shoe-tying technique that tightens the ankle of ...