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I'm needing my A-Stars Tech 8's repaired and am wondering who to send them to. Not only do I need them resoled, I also need a new buckle attachment sewn on, as well.
Your suggestions are greatly appreciated, TP '03 EC 300 |
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I think it might be helpful if you could be more specific about your location. For instance if you lived in Cape Town, South Africa I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rocksole in Wale Street. Cape Town is, after all, South of the Mason Dixon line
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I have lived in a couple of different places and have always found a small independent shoe repair place to do this kind of work. Both have had a grumpy old guy behind the counter who did excellent work.
I would check with your local motorcycle shop for a referal. A horse tack shop might also steer you to a good guy to work with. jeff |
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The hot set-up is to put the Gaerne sole on the A-Star boots.
It holds up a lot better.You can order just the sole from Gaerne. |
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Per your example... Shipping wise, South Africa would be a bit pricey, however, I've always have wanted to visit. Thanks to all for replying to my post, TP |
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News flash...
Jim Cook tells of the Alpine Stars California location to be the spot for repair and regeneration of A-Stars boots. Now, to get the address and phone number... Anybody have it??? TP |
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http://alpinestarsinc.com/contact Jon '01 XC300 |
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Factory Resole (Sole Performance) in California does a nice job resoling the Alphinestars Tech8's. Mine was done about a year ago and they are holding up well. They use Sidi soles since they hold up much better than the crappy Tech8's. The soles, steel toe guard, labor & shipping runs just under $100.
Here is their website and pics: http://www.factoryresole.com/
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Matt Current: 2009 Yamaha FZ1 Previous: 2001 GasGas TXT280, 2001 GasGas XC250, 2004 KTM 200EXC, 2007 GasGas EC250, 2007 Husqvarna SM610, 2008 Husqvarna WB165 |
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Matt & Jon:
Jon, I really appreciate the contact number, since what I am looking for is repair/replacement of a buckle post that's broken off of the boot, as well as, the repair/replacement of the gaiters. While I'm at it, I would definately have them resoled, as well. Matt, I've already sent the place you've recommended an e-mail and got a quick response back from Jim, the owner (?). Jim sez his specialty is boot resoling only. Nevertheless, I will most certainly keep Jim in mind, since I too am a firm believer in the quality of Sidi soles. Thanks to you all for helping me with my problem, TP '03 EC 300 |
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Turn around time is approximately two weeks--maybe a wee bit longer when factoring in shipping. I'll let all know how this works out. Again, thanks to all who replied to my post--especially Jon. TP '03 EC 300 |
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