Disclosed is a closure system used in combination in any of a variety of applications including clothing, for example as a footwear lacing system comprising a lace attached to a tightening mechanism. The lace extends through a series of guide members positioned along two opposing footwear closure portions....http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US8091182?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US8091182 - Reel based closure system
