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what to do with torn velcro straps?

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m.qaden.everett · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Dec 2010 · Points: 0

i have a pair of five ten blackwings and the bottom velcro straps on both shoes are on the verge of being torn off. this is the result of alot of toe camming and toe hooking. anyway, i emailed five ten customer service asking if anything could be done but they never responded.
im sure people have found themselves is this situation before. so what is the best thing to do?

Gunkiemike · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Jul 2009 · Points: 3,687

Sew a piece of flat webbing over the break. I was able to use a lightweight i.e. regular home sewing machine.

Tim McCabe · · Tucson, AZ · Joined Oct 2006 · Points: 130

If you don't have a machine look for a speedy stitcher or an awl for all.

amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywo…

I have had both but found the Awl for All to be easier to use.

m.qaden.everett · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Dec 2010 · Points: 0

thanks! that looks awesome.

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