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Post by saabiar on Jul 26, 2024 6:56:18 GMT -8
I have boots where the toe cap is damaged to the point of showing the leather underneath. Is there a product that can fill in the dings and restore?
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Post by rebeccad on Jul 26, 2024 7:01:55 GMT -8
Maybe a shoe goo sort of thing? But I’d take a good look at the soles. Unless this happened from someting catestrophic, rather than wear and tear, the tread may be done as well, and, if a lightweight boot, the midsole.
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Post by saabiar on Jul 26, 2024 7:36:58 GMT -8
The were brand new, soles are good.
I guess I can’t post a picture here?
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Post by va3pinner on Jul 26, 2024 15:53:18 GMT -8
search on Amazon for boot toe repair. Products range from paint on coating (ugly unless you are very careful) to plastic or leather glue on caps. I have used them with modest success for work boots, but only as a stop gap until I could pony up the cash for new ones. success depends on the adhesive sent with the kit, and whatever you were using for water proofing (if any)
As said above - check the soles too, especially glued on type, the most common. I hate 'em. if the boots are not stored or cared for properly they some will come unglued. Bad thing during a hike
Any good shoe repair near you? might be good to have them take a look.
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Post by ErnieW on Jul 26, 2024 17:16:21 GMT -8
I guess I can’t post a picture here?
Don't use Quick Reply. Use the Reply link on the right then that editor can attach pics. |
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Post by rebeccad on Jul 27, 2024 6:50:39 GMT -8
I guess I can’t post a picture here?
Don't use Quick Reply. Use the Reply link on the right then that editor can attach pics. Here’s the explanation of how to do photos. Desktop mode, and “reply” instead of “quick reply.” Not optimal for those who use mobile devices all the time. bpbasecamp.freeforums.net/thread/19091/adding-photos-device |
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Post by rebeccad on Jul 27, 2024 6:51:12 GMT -8
My question is, how did brand new boots get the toe caps torn up?
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Post by BigLoad on Jul 27, 2024 7:18:52 GMT -8
My question is, how did brand new boots get the toe caps torn up? I guess that's why they make cap toe boots in the first place. |
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Post by swiftdream on Jul 27, 2024 8:24:55 GMT -8
I’d like to know more too, brand, conditions of use, etc. How many miles do you think you have on them?
Our terrain features broken granite of every size with very steep trails so when you step the edge of the shoes will at times slide down a very abrasive granite edge. I’m wearing Keens and even after 400 miles, my replacement point, the toe caps as the rest of the shoes still look pretty good. The tread is somewhat worn down but the main reason I replace is the EVA midsoles deform as EVA will do and become less stable. Polyurethane lasts longer but is heavier and not as comfortable.
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