Can these be repaired?

dormouse · 13th June 2006, 15:00

The Barratts ankle boots which I live in, I repaired them last year when a heel came off and I screwed it back on, however this is well beyond me.

The inside on the sole is starting to break up, the sole is breaking at the front of the heel. on both boots.

So are they worth repairing, as I have not found any I like as much.

Prepared to spend £20 or more but nothing silly to have the inside bit repaired.

It is like a very thick card which forms the boot sole and the heel locates onto.

Dr. Shoe · 14th June 2006, 09:45

Probably not. This sounds like the insole board that's breaking up which is the foundation of the shoe.

It might not be that bad if the sole and upper are in decent shape though.

dormouse · 14th June 2006, 12:05

Uppers are OK and Sole is OK but not brilliant, however I cannot get this model anywhere!

I did buy another pair on Ebay which I have not yet worn, but I just like this style (my login name).

The problem you described is the fault I have.

Dr. Shoe · 14th June 2006, 17:14

There's nothing you can do except wear them until they fall off your feet!

dormouse · 14th June 2006, 20:42

I just hope the design gets reintroduced

hoverfly · 14th June 2006, 21:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by dormouse

I just hope the design gets reintroduced

15 to 20 years form now........

dormouse · 14th June 2006, 23:11

It would be a real pain if there was no boot designs I like on the market.

So far I am on a diet - 1/2 stone in a fortnight. Got 3 unworn chunky boot pairs, my current pair lasted a year - they have a couple of weeks before scrapping, so if I get other footwear* these 3 pairs should last until early 2010.

*Confidence to wear sandals.

Just got to hope more come up on Ebay soon!

dormouse · 20th June 2006, 10:14

The heel ripped out on one side yesterday ripping out the sale as well!

Time for the shoe recycling bin!