Fixing Boots

[Cyclic-Rivers]

I have a pair of boots I splurged on 8 years ago. The soles are coming off but the boots are still very comfortable. I would like to get a few more years out of them. 

When I googled it I saw a lot of options. Currently glueing the sole back on my shoes with gorilla glue. I have used barge cement on boots in the past with poor results.

Anyone have good recommendation for this? Will gorilla glue work for boots and hold up?

[Wannabe1]

I know nothing of that sort of repairs. I do know, I once had a pair of cowboy boots I literally loved and when they needed new soles, I took them to a very reputable boot cobbler and had him do it. They lasted another 4yrs!

[pavan]

I have more boots and shoes than Carter has pills.  I was watching Larry's Country Diner, the guys from Boot Daddy.com had a pair that would work perfect for me.  my wife says, "Are you crazy?"  I am, but I still want those new boots.   I use to glue soles back on with Goop.

[Terry Green]

 if you really like the boots I would seek out a professional..... as I have done on several occasions.

 if you get 10 years out of a 250 $  pair of boots then it's worth it

[katman]

I have had good success with goop and strapping with duct tape for a couple days. Has held up for the last 3 years on my rubber boots and leather hikers.

The old barge, yellow tube, was very good but the new blue tube version not so good.

[ron w]

8 years on your muck boots.......you did good! I would try to fix, while looking for a new pair...... but that's just me.

[huntryx]

Most shoemakers will use Barge cement-- in the YELLOW container, not blue. Having said that, you have to get the sole really clean (no old glue and use acetone to get residue off) and use clamps. There are some rubber compounds that will not even respond to this intervention (I have a pair of wonderful sandals I have been failing with for a couple of years.) Next time, buy something that is SEWN on and can be repaired.

[mnbwhtr]

I used gorilla on 2 pairs of tennis shoes and it worked fine.

[toddster]

Try "SHOE GOO", can get it at wally world or ace, was made for footwear soles, works good.

[Tim Finley]

If you have already used gorilla glue you may not get anything else to stick with out cleaning the Gorilla off.

[Butch Speer]

What Toddster said.

[Cyclic-Rivers]

Thanks for the replies. I used gorilla glue on my shoes. Just trying to get another 6 months on them.

Ron, the boots are the meindel boots bought for the elk trip.  The mucks are rough but still active. Been using silicone on those. Probably have seen 5 years of abuse now.

[Mamba]

i would contact the manufacturer.  i had a pair of lowas i sent back, that where then sent to germany and resoled.  $75!

[-Zor]

Yep. Try contacting the mfg and see if they offer a refurbishing service. If not, Rocky Mountain Resole is in Salida (I think) Colorado. They specialize in mountaineering boots, climbing shoes and wading boots. They can definitely breathe new life in some old boots. I've used them in the past and been very pleased for the money.

[shag08]

I ,too, would first check with the mfg. If that's a dead end, look into a product called Free Sole. I'm hell on heels of boots...apparently I drag the outside of both heels ever so slightly as I walk. As a result, the heels wear down quicker than the rest of the soles. I used the Free Sole to rebuild the actual heels on a pair of Ariat cowboy boots last year and it's still holding up. I think it's also suitable for reattaching soles but double check me on that.

[Bill Turner]

Just remember, boots, shoes, etc. Will break down over time with use. When they do, and with continued use, they can cause leg problems (pain). I just went through this with two pair of high end running/walking shoes which I alternated daily for about 12 months. In early May I noticed that my left leg bothered after a workout. I figured it was a strain, took some time off, and then went back to my exercise routine.The pain continued and was savere enough that I finally decided to schedule a doctor's appointment. As a last resort I tried another pair of shoes(same brand just not as well worn). I instantly felt relief and have since gotten rid of my worn out shoes. Lesson learned.