Four Things That You Can Do With Old Basketball Shoes

Are you about to turn in your old basketball shoes for new ones? Are those old ones really that worn out that you would throw them away? Before getting rid of them, think of the things that you can do with them first. There are all sorts of uses for old basketball shoes. Here are a few suggestions that you can refer to.

• Use them for other things – Yes, basketball shoes were meant for the basketball court especially when you are actually playing the game. But the sweet thing is that basketball shoes can also be used as everyday sneakers. You can still use them to walk around, maybe even jog in them if they are comfortable enough. Don't waste a good pair of shoes if you know that you can use them to serve some other function. They are not like soccer cleats that can only be used on the field. So think again; maybe the sneaks can still serve the fashionista in you.

• Recycle them – If you really are planning to throw your old basketball shoes in the garbage, you might as well find a use for the material that it is made of. Think about it. You could actually recycle your shoes and use the materials in various art projects, or use the laces on other shoes that need them. The rubber can also be cut up and used to serve other functions. They can be used as parts to make door stoppers, and the fabric can be cut out to be used as cleaning cloths.

• Donate them – Remember that clothing (shoes included) are a luxury for many people out there. These are things that we just take for granted. There are many people who are less fortunate so you may want to consider donating your shoes to charity and not just simply throw them in the trash. Pick a charity and see if they will accept offers other than cash donations. You might want to look into donating your shoes to groups that help out the youth in their areas. Got old shoes? Have a heart and give them away to others.

• Start a collection – If you are the type of person who really takes good care of shoes, you might want to start your own little collection. So instead of getting rid of your old basketball shoes, you can clean them and out them away in a box or display them. You also have the option of having them bronzed. This is a great way of immortalizing a certain shoe model that will definitely become a classic in the future.

Once again, think about all the many things that you can do with an old pair of shoes. These are just a few suggestions and there are tons of other things that basketball shoes can be used for. Talk about it with friends, they just might have a great idea. Or you can hand them over to your friends and have them take care of it for you.