Baseball players of all ages wear baseball cleats on the field. Cleats many of the features of an athlete shoe, but they also have studs or spikes on the bottom made of hard plastic, rubber or metal. The studs or spikes provide extra traction to help the player stay on his feet while running through loose dirt, wet grass and mud. Because players participate in baseball games during all types of weather conditions, caked-on dirt and mud easily accumulate on cleats. Cleaning baseball cleats is not easy, but it keeps them looking new and functioning properly.
Step 1
Take the cleats outdoors and slap them together to shake off loose dirt and mud clods.
Step 2
Use a stiff brush to remove dirt and mud from the sides and bottom of the shoe. Take a small putty knife and gently scrape away dried mud.
Step 3
Soak the cleats in water for a few minutes if they are extremely dirty. This will help loosen the dirt.
Step 4
Wipe the shoes with a damp cloth. Use a brush to remove any remaining dirt stuck to the bottom of the shoe. Wipe each spike or stud on the bottom individually with the damp cloth to remove all the dirt.
Step 5
Place a couple drops of liquid soap on a clean, wet rag. Rub the soap into the rag until it begins to lather.
Step 6
Gently rub the soap lather into dirty areas of the shoe. Rub with a circular motion until the dirt goes away.
Step 7
Wipe away the soap residue with a clean, damp rag. This step is very important if the shoes are made of leather. Soap can cause leather to dry out and crack.
Step 8
Go over the cleats with a clean, dry rag to remove excess moisture. Set them aside and allow them to air dry completely.
Step 9
Apply a leather conditioner if the uppers are made of leather. Use a small amount according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Things You'll Need
- Cleaning rags
- Stiff brush
- Small putty knife
- Mild liquid soap
- Leather conditioner
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