Apparently, most of the Crocs come with a Croslite strap on the back heel to ensure that your feet remain secure. They are used as sport mode and relaxed mode according to specific activities. We’ll talk about it in a moment!
When Crocs first came into existence, they were not as secure as they are now, they didn’t have straps back then. It was only after more than a decade that the straps were actually included. It was a wise decision indeed!
Why do crocs have straps? Can they provide enough support? Are they removable?— if these are your concerns. You’ve landed at the right place. Keep on reading to find out!
What Is The Purpose Of The Strap On Crocs?
The purpose of the strap on the Crocs is to get better support. Your heels are held firmly in place by the straps on the rear end of the Crocs, and the shoes fit well without feeling uncomfortable and insecure.
Though most Crocs have the classic Croslite strap on the back, some of them have velcros for better grip. Let’s talk about them.
Classic Straps on Crocs
The classic straps are the ones seen on most Crocs. They are attached to the Crocs by fasteners, allowing them to rotate from the ankle to midfoot. This helps you to wear your Crocs like back-strapped sandals as well as slip-on sandals. However, the length of these straps are not adjustable, they are just there to provide additional support.
Velcro Straps Crocs
Some crocs come with straps that are adjustable. The purpose of these straps is to help you customize the fit for extra support. You can open the strap to put on the Crocs and tighten whichever way suits your movement, and then secure it to ensure maximum support. These Crocs function almost like regular velcro sneakers, with the exception that the straps are fastened at the base of the heel rather than on the top laces.
Paul Johnson shares some of the Crocs you’ll find with adjustable straps.
- Crocs All Terrain Clogs
- Crocs Unisex Offroad Sport Clogs
- Crocs Yukon Vista II Clogs
- Crocs Bistro Pro LiteRide Clogs
- Class Adjustable Slip Resistant Marbled Clog
The best thing about the strap is that you can also flip the strap up and out of the way completely if you don’t require it, which goes for every model.
Crocs Relaxed Mode vs. Sport Mode 200
‘Relaxed Mode’ is when your Crocs strap is flipped forward, while “Sport Mode” is when you actually put the strap up around your ankle, instead of wearing them like a pair of clogs sandals.
On January 29th, 2019, Twitter users @photosnfreckles posted two images with writing on them to distinguish between the two modes, with the heel strap up being referred to as “relaxed mode” and the heel strap down being referred to as “sports mode.” Her posts received over 77,500 likes in three years, which cemented the notion that Crocs have a ‘sport mode’ to go faster, other than the usual ‘relaxed’ mode.
Actually, the straps of Crocs have fasteners making it possible to wear them both in front and behind. Here’s how you wear them according to the activities you do.
Relaxed Mode: This style is appropriate for your daily activities. Your shoes can slide in easily if the straps are kept on the front. You can also remove these shoes whenever you like.
Sports Mode: If you’re a regular runner and enjoy exploring new places, these Crocs shoes are for you. This style will ensure that no matter how fast you run, you get home without leaving one of the shoes behind.
Why Do Athletes Wear Crocs?
For athletes who need to make sure their muscles are completely supported and relaxed so they can recover between games of intense, strenuous exercise, Crocs are the perfect footwear. That’s why so many athletes are seen wearing these super-comfortable shoes from time to time.
However, because they do not provide the same level of support as athletic shoes, Crocs are recommended to not be used for athletic activities like hiking or exercising.
FAQs
The strap located on the back of Crocs footwear is known as the ‘adventure strap’
Yes, you can remove Crocs straps. To do it, start by pressing down on the black button with one hand while stretching the handle with your other hand. Once the strap hole widens, Slide it off the button by pulling the strap upward.
After cleaning the Crocs, the fur of them can be fluffed up using a wire-wool brush. Brush the fur in one direction to stop the wool from curling. This will enable you to create a plush interior lining for your shoes.
Here’s what the Crocs fit guide says about the standard fit:
1. Rather than being roomy or relaxed, standard fits should offer a more snug (but not tight) fit.
2. When you walk, Crocs need to easily and securely adjust to your foot, they shouldn’t slide up and down.
3. The shoe’s top, arch, and sides should snugly fit your feet.
Crocs that come with heel support can be made tighter with adjustable heel straps. And for Crocs without the straps, you can try boiling them in hot water for 10-15 minutes or leave them out in the sun for some hours to make them tighter naturally.
Though Crocs are not likely to damage your feet, Crocs without heel support may develop heel pain and make it difficult to maintain balance when walking.
Final Words
Hope now you understand why Crocs have straps. With Crocs, you shouldn’t anticipate a fit as secure as a shoe or sneaker, however, the straps do help to support your feet to a great extent.
If you don’t like the straps on your Crocs, don’t worry, you can take them off easily, or you can also switch to ‘relax mode’. In fact, whenever you want, you can actually switch the straps of one pair of Crocs with another.
Good luck and wear them well!
