How to Replace Baseball Cleats

One of the expenses associated with playing baseball is purchasing baseball cleats. Over time, the cleats on the bottom of the shoe can wear down from being worn both on and off the field. One way to prolong the life of baseball cleats is to only wear them on the field. Walking across pavement to the car or locker room can dull them down. Another way to prolong the cleats' life is to purchase replaceable cleats. When they start to get dull, you simply can swap in new cleats.

Things You'll Need

  • Replaceable baseball cleats (metal or rubber)
  • Screwdriver
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Instructions

    • 1

      Determine the make and model of your cleats. There are many universal replacement cleats that work with a multitude of baseball shoes. Check the manufacturer, model and if you have metal or rubber cleats. The model of the cleats can be found on the underside of the cleats' tongue.

    • 2

      Visit your local sports store or online sporting goods retailer. You might want to call ahead and ask if heading to a store; however, they probably will keep replacement cleats in stock during baseball season.

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      Find replacement cleats that fit your baseball shoes. The packaging will tell you what make and model the cleats fit. However, one thing to note is if your cleats are rubber, they might be screw-in cleats. This means you do not need a screwdriver and should not purchase replacement cleats with a separate screw that is threaded into the underside of your shoe. Instead, some rubber replacement cleats will have the post built in the cleat.

    • 4

      Remove the old worn-down cleats. Using a flat-head screwdriver if the screw is visible on the underside, or by simply turning the rubber cleat to the left with your fingers. Continue turning until the cleat releases.

    • 5

      Match a cleat in the replacement package to the shape of baseball cleat you are replacing. For example, cleats located on the inside of the shoe might be different than those on the front or back. Match the replacement cleats so they are alike.

    • 6

      Affix the replacement cleat. If it is a rubber cleat with a screw-in post, you simply will insert the post to the hole and turn the cleat to right until it is tight. If it is a cleat where the screw is exposed, place the screw through the guide hole on the replacement cleat and through the hole on the bottom of the shoe. Turn your screwdriver to the right until the cleat is secure. Repeat and continue replacing all worn-down cleats.