DR. MARTEN BOOT REPAIR

Mail-in Dr. Marten boot repair and resoling with Vibram replacement soles, experienced craftsmanship, and fast, friendly service from High St. Shoe Repair in Salem, Oregon.

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WE RESOLE DR. MARTEN BOOTS

At our shop, boots are more than just footwear—they are a passion and a craft that we have dedicated ourselves to for decades. Since the late 1970s, we have specialized in Vibram sole replacement, boot resoling, and shoe repair for customers in Salem, Oregon and through our national mail-in repair service. Our master cobbler, George, brings more than 40 years of hands-on experience to every pair he works on.

Throughout his career, George has rebuilt and restored thousands of shoes and boots, developing a strong sense for which techniques and materials truly stand the test of time. That experience shows up in the details, and it is one reason customers trust us with favorite pairs they do not want to replace.

When it comes to recrafting Dr. Martens, we use premium Vibram soles known for durability, comfort, and excellent grip. Depending on the boot and the customer’s needs, common options may include the Vibram 1705 Stowe sole, Vibram 4014, or other suitable replacement soles. Our careful workmanship often results in boots that are not just restored, but improved—many customers tell us their rebuilt Docs feel even better than when they were new.

We take pride in the trust our customers place in us. Many come back again and again, bringing in favorite boots for repair and sharing positive feedback about the quality of our work. Their loyalty is one of the best signs that the process works.

Worn Dr. Marten boots before professional resoling and repair. — These Dr. Marten boots arrived at our shop with badly worn original soles, but the leather uppers still had plenty of life left in them. A good candidate for resoling is often a favorite pair that is comfortable, broken in, and worth keeping rather than replacing.

Dr. Marten boots after professional resole with new Vibram replacement soles. — The same Dr. Marten boots after being rebuilt with new Vibram soles. The finished repair gives the boots a durable new walking surface while preserving the comfortable, broken-in uppers that made them worth repairing in the first place.

Dr. Marten boots repaired and resoled with Vibram 4014 replacement soles. — The Vibram 4014 is one of the replacement soles we can use when rebuilding Dr. Marten boots. It provides a cushioned walking surface with good traction and gives the finished boots a slightly different feel from the original Dr. Marten sole.

Dr. Marten boots resoled with smooth edged replacement soles. — Dr Martens with smooth edged replacement soles.

Custom sole replacement on repaired Dr. Marten boots. — Resoling Dr. Martens involves more than simply attaching a new sole. The old sole must be removed, the bottom properly prepared, and the replacement carefully fitted, bonded, trimmed, and finished to create a strong and clean repair.

Close up view of Dr. Marten boots with new soles ready for everyday wear. — We have been repairing and resoling footwear for decades, and that experience matters when working with unusual or difficult sole constructions. Each pair of Dr. Martens is inspected individually so we can determine the most appropriate way to rebuild it.

Bottom of sole view of professionally resoled Dr. Marten boots. — The bottom of a completed Dr. Marten resole shows the new tread and walking surface. The outsole is the part of the boot that takes the abuse of everyday use, and replacing it can add years of service to an otherwise sound pair of boots.

Completed Dr. Marten boot repair from High Street Shoe Repair mail-in service. — The side profile shows how the replacement sole follows the original lines of the Dr. Marten boot. Careful trimming and finishing help the new sole look like it belongs on the boot rather than appearing to be an obvious aftermarket addition.

MORE SOLE OPTIONS FOR YOUR DR. MARTENS

Not every pair of Dr. Martens requires the same replacement sole. Depending on the condition of your boots, the way you wear them, and the style you prefer, we may recommend several different Vibram sole options. Some customers want to preserve the classic appearance of their Docs, while others prefer a sole with more cushioning, a more aggressive tread pattern, improved durability, or just a different style.

Popular choices include the Vibram 4014, the Vibram 1705 Stowe, and several other replacement soles that have proven themselves over years of real-world use. Each sole offers a different combination of comfort, flexibility, traction, and appearance, allowing us to match the repair to both the boot and the customer's needs.

One of the advantages of resoling Dr. Martens is the ability to choose a replacement sole that better matches the way you actually wear your boots. Whether your priority is comfort, traction, flexibility, or durability, several Vibram options may be available.

Vibram 1758 Stalker replacement sole for Dr. Martens boots — The Vibram 1758 Stalker is made of Gumlite, a Vibram material that is lightweight, cushioned and gives good traction. The "Bob" design tracks less mud than Vibram's traditional lug patterns.

Dr. Martens boots rebuilt with a lug-style, Vibram 100, replacement sole. — The Vibram 100 "Montagna" sole is an excellent option for customers who want a more rugged tread pattern on their Dr. Martens. These are more aggressive outsole than many traditional boot soles. The Montagna are the soles that made Vibram famous for durability and traction.

Dr. Martens boots with a Vibram 2021, Casual sole replacement. — The Vibram 2021 Casual is a very cusioned sole, for customers who value comfort above all.

Dr. Martens boots with a durable outdoor, Goodyear Telos, replacement sole. — Goodyear Telos, a great sole for around town or outdoor wear. Great traction, and a very durable sole.

A heavy duty sole for Dr. Martens boots,the Goodyear Bob soles. — The Goodyear "Bob" soles are the ultimate option for traction and durability. They are designed for workboots. They are a dense, heavy rubber sole.

A Vibram replacement sole for Dr. Martens, the 1752 Stockbridge. — The Vibram 1752, "Stockbridge", is a great sole for a "dress", or "business" look.

Classic Dr. Martens boots with a custom sole replacement, the Vibram 1757, Middlebury. — The Vibram 1757, Middlebury is a little thicker, taller than the Vibram 1705. The difference is subtle, but it's there.

Custom rebuilt Dr. Martens boots red-soles. — Let us know if your interested, we have done these in the past and are looking for a source..

HOW IT WORKS

Print and complete our Dr. Marten shipping form. Take your boots and the shipping form to your nearest US Post Office and ship them to us. We’ll inspect the boots, complete the repair, and ship them back to you. For general mail-in shoe repair information, see our main shipping instructions.

DR. MARTEN RESOLE : $95.00

Cost includes resoling and return shipping. If your Dr. Martens also need stitching, patching, zipper work, heel repair, or sole separation repair, email us a photo and we can help you decide what repair makes the most sense.

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK

“Our rebuilt Docs came back looking terrific, and the quality of the work was even better than we expected. They were already broken in, but now they feel solid and ready for years more use.”

— Customer feedback

“The workmanship was excellent, the turnaround was quick, and the boots looked great when they came back. It’s hard to beat having your favorite pair saved instead of starting over with a new one.”

— Customer feedback

“Very pleased with the repair. The soles feel sturdy, the boots look right, and the whole process was straightforward from start to finish.”

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