TD 8733 Posted September 19, 2006 Share Posted September 19, 2006 Really not interested in starting a debate on the screen accuracy of soles. Just thought this was more fitting to a TD then the flat bottom deck shoes of the star destroyer and imperial base living TK. A TD would never be issued those imho. Hope you guys like them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD1043 Posted September 19, 2006 Share Posted September 19, 2006 What brand shoes are those and where did you get them? They look awful comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD 8733 Posted September 20, 2006 Author Share Posted September 20, 2006 There probably the same ones that you have. There just Caboots I had them re-soled. I also sanded them down with 220 grit to take the shine off but the guy that did the soles polished them before he gave them back even though I asked him not to. He did not speak much english and its cool because I am stoked with the soles. I then added gel inserts and their finished. I have actually slipped before in the stupid flat bottoms and I don't think traction will be an issue now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper Of Doom Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 That is such an awesome idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-459 Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 I like it. How much did that cost you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD 8733 Posted September 20, 2006 Author Share Posted September 20, 2006 $52.00. I will say to that I did not think soles could make such a huge difference in comfort but I just did my photo shoot to deploy and they feel soooo much different now then the Caboots soles did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD2802 Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 Good idea. I added a 5" sports zipper to the stretchy part to make it easier to put on and take off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakengine Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 Good idea. I added a 5" sports zipper to the stretchy part to make it easier to put on and take off. Did you get someone to do that for you, or just do it yourself? That's a great idea. I have a really hard time getting in and out of my caboots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 Sweet, what are the name of the new soles you had out on?so when i go i can ask for them... 2802..i would also like to know how you put in the zipper please.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-1536 Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 Screen-acurate or not, I think it's a cool idea... and I'm sure it's one of those things that George would've said, "Their shoes would've looked like this if we had the budget, etc." I'm going to look into this idea, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD2802 Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 Good idea. I added a 5" sports zipper to the stretchy part to make it easier to put on and take off. Did you get someone to do that for you, or just do it yourself? That's a great idea. I have a really hard time getting in and out of my caboots. Well, uh the missus actually did the sewing since she's a lot faster and neater than me . Basically you cut straight down the middle of the elastic part and sew a zipper half to either side - pretty straightforward actually. Mine were double stitched for a stronger attachment. Now I can get these on and off faster than my regular shoes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD 8733 Posted September 20, 2006 Author Share Posted September 20, 2006 Screen-acurate or not, I think it's a cool idea... and I'm sure it's one of those things that George would've said, "Their shoes would've looked like this if we had the budget, etc." I'm going to look into this idea, too. That was my thought as well Mike. The brand of soles my guy put on are Vibram. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SethB6025 Posted September 20, 2006 Share Posted September 20, 2006 Good idea, I think I could stand some better traction as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMMI89 Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 How do you make the boots fit better? I have a size 8 that I bought from caboots because they don't sell a size 7. So, they're a bit big. How do I fit them better aside from stuffing a sock in the front of the boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearden6521 Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 sell them on ebay and get Mark C boots How do you make the boots fit better? I have a size 8 that I bought from caboots because they don't sell a size 7. So, they're a bit big. How do I fit them better aside from stuffing a sock in the front of the boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakengine Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 How do you make the boots fit better? I have a size 8 that I bought from caboots because they don't sell a size 7. So, they're a bit big. How do I fit them better aside from stuffing a sock in the front of the boot. You could always try adding an insert, like those gel soles. That's not gonna help you make the shoe shorter, but it might tighten them up a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-2272 Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Thats a great idea I'll have to look into getting that done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
td7603 Posted December 27, 2006 Share Posted December 27, 2006 dammit, time to go to TJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ilovesand&dirt Posted December 27, 2006 Share Posted December 27, 2006 How do you make the boots fit better? I have a size 8 that I bought from caboots because they don't sell a size 7. So, they're a bit big. How do I fit them better aside from stuffing a sock in the front of the boot. You could always try adding an insert, like those gel soles. That's not gonna help you make the shoe shorter, but it might tighten them up a bit. Or leave the paper in them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYoung Posted January 5, 2007 Share Posted January 5, 2007 I took my boots to a Cobbler store and they had the Vibram's in stock! So guess whose getting some new soles baby?! I'll post the pics once I get them done. He said that it should be done by next Friday. I'll take the 220 grit thing into consideration because my guy didn't speak English as well. FYI- It's gonna cost 62.00 after taxes... Can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYoung Posted January 18, 2007 Share Posted January 18, 2007 Here's the finished product! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD 8733 Posted January 27, 2007 Author Share Posted January 27, 2007 Sweet bro! They feel great don't they. No english shoe repair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYoung Posted January 28, 2007 Share Posted January 28, 2007 Sweet bro! They feel great don't they. No english shoe repair No doubt! Now it's time for my new pack from you. Money will be sent next week! Oh yeah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearden6521 Posted January 28, 2007 Share Posted January 28, 2007 Did you take a sander to those boots when you weathered them or is that paint only? Looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erase Posted January 28, 2007 Share Posted January 28, 2007 Nice boots, soles and weathering... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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