Redback Boot Repair – High Street Shoe Repair

REDBACK BOOT RESOLING — EXPERT REDBACK REPAIR & VIBRAM REBUILDS

Redback boots are built tough, but after enough miles, even the best work boots need a proper rebuild. At MyShoeman / High Street Shoe Repair, we’ve specialized in repairing and resoling Redback boots for decades. George—our master cobbler with 40+ years of hands-on experience—has restored thousands of work boots and knows exactly how to bring Redbacks back to peak condition.

When you send in your Redback boots, we replace the worn-out original soles with high-performance Vibram® outsoles matched to the way Redbacks are used: dependable traction, long-lasting rubber, and excellent shock absorption. The upgrade provides better durability and grip than most factory soles, giving your boots a whole new life.

We rebuild a steady stream of Redback boots for both local and mail-in customers, and the consistent repeat business speaks to the quality of our craftsmanship. If your Redbacks are slipping, separating, or just beaten down from years of hard work, we’ll restore them with care and precision.

Honest service. Skilled craftsmanship. Vibram quality.
Send in your Redbacks and let us rebuild them for many more years of dependable use.

Options for your Redback Resole

These soles are made of the Vibram Gumlite, a dense but cushioned material similar to the original Redback soles.

Vibram 1705 soles

Most Popular Choice!
The Vibram 1705 is crafted from Gumlite, a lightweight, cushioned compound that closely matches the feel and density of original Blundstone soles. This sole features a deeper, more aggressive lug pattern than the Vibram 1716, providing excellent traction, improved stability, and outstanding grip on a variety of surfaces. A perfect upgrade for comfort and durability.

Vibram 1716

Low-Profile, Dress-Friendly Option. Also made from Gumlite, this sole provides a smoother, slimmer profile—perfect for a more refined or dress-oriented look. Many customers also prefer this style for riding with stirrups, thanks to its balanced shape and reduced lug depth.

Vibram 1752

Smooth Profile With a Bit More Support. This option offers a similar smooth profile but is slightly thicker than the 1716, providing added cushioning and durability. It also features a slightly higher heel, giving a touch more lift and support without changing the overall clean look.

HOW IT WORKS

Print and complete our shipping form . Take your shoes/ boots and the shipping form to your nearest US Post Office and ship them to us. We’ll take care of the rest!

Redback Resole : $106 per pair

This price includes resoling and return shipping.
Please allow about a week to 10 days for our shoe rebuilding process.

We are a full service shoe repair shop located in Salem, Oregon.
Our mission: Quality craftsmanship and materials, reasonable prices, and fast, friendly service.

BLUNDSTONE/ REDBACK/ ROSSI REPAIR FAQ

Q: The Blundstone website states that it is not practical to replace/repair the soles. Have you had much feedback from customers getting this done?

A: We have re-soled thousands of Blundstones, no problems. Many new shoe companies discourage repairing their shoes, why fix the old ones when you could just buy a new pair? Hmm.. People even say their repaired shoes are more comfortable than before, probably because the re-soling process brings the heels and soles back to an even level, much like new shoes.

Q: How much new life does the new Vibram sole add?

A: The new soles are not the hard type of Vibram soles that many people are familiar with. They are lightweight, a little soft and cushioned, but very durable. You’ll probably get the same or more wear out of them that you got out of your first soles.

Q: Does the adhesive ever separate during wet, snowy weather?

A: We resole many shoes, locally, and over the internet. Here in western Oregon, we get alot of rain (50+ inches per year), especially during the wet season. If our adhesives didn’t work in wet weather, we wouldn’t be in business.

Q: Do you ship internationally?

Sorry, we only ship within the USA.

Q: How do I start this process?

Print and complete our shipping form . Take your boots and the shipping form to your nearest US Post Office and ship them to us. We’ll take care of the rest! The easiest way for most people to ship to us is to go to the Post Office and ask for a large Priority Mail “Tyvek” envelope. These are usually fine for one pair. They also have free boxes if you are sending more than that. The Post Office’s Priority Mail is very fast and efficient, we use it all the time and typically see a 2-4 day shipping time within the USA.

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK

“Hi George, You resoled my Blundstones in June and I just wanted to share this with you. I wore the boots during a Habitat for Humanity house-building project in Mongolia. The boots worked awesome, very comfortable and durable in the rigorous environment of the build site, great for hiking and held out water during the numerous rain storms. In this picture, you can see your handiwork on my feet as I sit on the wall of the house we built in Kharkhorum, the ancient capital of Mongolia. Thanks again for the great work. I couldn’t be happier with how you rescued my boots!” … K Graves

“I just wanted to let you know how thrilled I am with your service and the fine repair job you did on my shoes. My husband dropped off a pair of Birk’s and of Blundstones last week for resoling, and they were ready today. They look great! They look like new–but the cool thing is that they are so broken in they feel old! I will not hesitate to recommend your shop. BTW, I found you on the internet, when I did a search for Blunstone repair, so I was originally prepared to ship them away. I was pleasantly surprised that you were in Salem, where my husband works.” D Clair

“Your repair is absolutely perfect! My Blunnies are back! The soles were in terrible shape, but the shoes now look almost new (which is amazing because the shoes are almost ten years old). Can’t thank you enough.” Lee Winter

“Dear Cobblers, My re-soled Blundstones just arrived in today’s mail and they’re PERFECT. Better than new, in fact! It’s awesome to have my broken-in Blunnies back in time for winter — for half the cost of a new pair, and in about 2 short weeks. I’m thrilled. I’m so glad I found you on the Web. I’ll be happy to recommend your services in future. For quality, price and speed, you’re the best. Thank you!” With all best wishes, Andrew Peterson

“I just wanted to thank you for a fabulous job of resoling my old Blundstones. The boots I got back from you look like new. In business circles I’ve often heard that among “quality”, “reasonable price”, and “speed” you can only get two of the three at the same time. Congratulations on doing all three. The work is excellent, the price incredibly reasonable, and the turn-around time impressive. I’d had my Blunnies for about 8 years when the soles started disintegrating. I’m sure they’d never seen polish or a good clean up either. I could hardly believe that they were my old boots. I put them on and it was like having perfectly broken new boots. You worked magic on them. Thanks again. Susan …Cabin John, Maryland”

“Thank you for the excellent work you did on my Blundstones! The craftsmanship and speed of service both far exceeded my expectations. I will definitely recommend you to others. Regards, Brad B. Orlando, FL”