Review on Universal No-Tie Shoelaces System For Adults And Kids Shoes - Xpand Elastic Laces Fit All Footwear Sizes by Dee Holt

"terminating" the laces on the outside is very comfortable. Wearing them casually is fine if you "terminate" the laces on the inside but I found if you are going running or the gym in general it was more comfortable if they are on the outside. I like them enough that I just bought 3 new pair. I would say if you are on the fence, just buy 1 pair, wear them for a while and then buy more. I found a key to keeping them snug was "doubling" at the top hole and then "terminating" the laces. This kept them snug just walking around and when I went to the gym (while not much of a runner) they felt comfortable and the shoe didn't feel like they were getting loose and going to slide off.