How to Change Detachable Cleats

Shoe cleats and spikes anchor your feet to playing field in football, baseball, golf and other outdoor sports. Cleats need regular replacement as they wear out and metal spikes can rust over time. Cleats can be removed with the use of a cleat wrench, a small tool that often comes with several detachable tips to grip various shapes and sizes of cleats.

Things You'll Need

  • Cleat wrench
  • Cotton swabs
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Instructions

    • 1

      Clean the bottom of your shoes thoroughly to remove dirt and mud.

    • 2

      Insert the appropriate tip into the end of the cleat wrench. Place the wrench tip on the cleat and twist counter clockwise to remove them.

    • 3

      Clean any debris from the cleat sockets. Use some cotton swabs to loosen dirt inside the sockets.

    • 4

      Screw in the new cleats by turning them clockwise. Finger tighten each one, then use the cleat wrench to secure them in place.