Introduction: Cleats Like New
The problem is that new cleats are expensive, making it challenging for athletes and sports enthusiasts to afford or replace them regularly. As a result, individuals may struggle to maintain optimal performance and safety while participating in sports activities.
Constraint List:
- Limited budget: Users may not have sufficient funds to purchase new cleats.
- Wear and tear: Old cleats may have significant signs of wear and require restoration.
- Performance and safety: The restored cleats should meet performance standards and ensure the safety of the user.
- Time and effort: The restoration process should be efficient and feasible for individuals with limited time and resources.
- Durability: The restored cleats should be able to withstand regular use and provide a reasonable lifespan.
Brainstorming Ideas:
- Cleaning and reconditioning: Develop a process for deep cleaning and restoring the appearance of old cleats.
- Repairing damaged parts: Introduce methods to fix or replace damaged components such as soles, laces, or insoles.
- Enhancing traction: Implement techniques to improve the grip and traction of worn-out cleats.
- Odor elimination: Find solutions to remove unpleasant odors caused by bacteria or sweat buildup.
Solution: My solution is to make a process that effectively removes dirt and stains while conditioning the cleat material.
Supplies
soap, water, a scrubber, a screwdriver, and a bucket are needed for the deep cleaning.
Step 1: Pick of Dirt
Use a screwdriver to pick off the big chunks of dirt.
Step 2: Soak Shoes
After taking off the big chunks of dirt soak each cleat in hot water for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Scrub Soles
scrub off the soft wet dirt with the scrub and water until it is all gone and wipe and leftover dirt with a towel.
Step 4: Scrub Leather
add water to soap to make foam and use the foam on the leather and scrub hard with the scrubber to get rid of the dirt.
Step 5: Dry
let the shoes dry for a day until you can use them
Step 6: Before and After
