Resole Guide and Terminology
What is a Resole?
When a climbing shoe becomes worn out, a resole involves removing the old, worn sole and replacing it with a fresh one, restoring the shoe's grip and performance.
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Half Sole
The upper half of the shoe is the half sole and is
frequently the portion of the shoe that needs to be replaced. A half sole is required for a resole.
Full Pad
The full pad option is reserved for shoes with pads rather than a full sole. If you prefer the entire pad to be resoled, choose the full pad option.
Stitching
Stitching is only recommended for blow outs where a sizeable hole is present. If the material beneath the rubber is split and there is no stitching present, or if the stitching is broken, add the stitching option to your order.
Toes
Toes are recommended when there is either a hole in the rand rubber or the rand is running thin. We offer two kinds of toe repair: Toe Replacement or a Toe Cap. If sensitivity in the toe is important to you, we recommend a toe replacement. If you prefer more durability, then a toe cap is the best choice as it adds another layer to the rand ( the rand is the rubber which wraps around the outside of the shoe above the sticky rubber on the sole). Usually, rand rubber is noticeably stiffer and firmer. Toe caps are great for indoor climbing and abrasive walls.
When Are Toes Needed?
Choosing Rubber
If you can't decide on the type of rubber, here are what each type is good for:
Davos
Davos Evolution: Good for hanging climbs and bouldering - Soft
Davos Zero: Good for friction and climbs where precision is key, such as slab - Medium
Davos Plus: Good for durability and adherence - Hard
Vibram
Vibram XS Grip: Good for friction and grip - Soft
Vibram XS Edge: Best for precision, edging, and durability - Hard
Order Details and Multiple Pairs
The order details box is meant to help us see which shoes needs which repairs for what order. If you are ordering multiple pairs to be resoled, use the order details box to indicate what you’d like done for each pair. Here is an example:
Scapa Vapor V - Vibram Edge, Both Toe Cap, Left Stitching
La Sportiva Skwama - Vibram Grip, Full Pad, Right Toe Replacement
Shipping
If you wish to ship your shoes to us our address is 364 2nd Ave E. Twin Falls, Idaho, 83301. If you are shipping your shoes to us please be sure to include a strip of paper with your order number and the date, within the box. The order number can be found on the post purchase page and in the order email. If you plan to be in the Twin Falls area after the shoes have been resoled feel free to stop by and pick them up! Otherwise, return shipping is $10 for the first pair and $5 for each additional pair.