Shoe Raise Build Up
If one leg is shorter, we can raise your shoe so you walk straighter. You can have a raise added to any shoe.
Raise colours: Brown, Beige, Grey, White, Black.
Measurements: Please include which leg needs the raise. And your leg-length difference with your shoes or add it to the notes at checkout. Most people choose a raise slightly less than their full difference.
What shoes work best? Most shoes can be built up. Running shoes are ideal. Very flat soles become clompy. Heel-only raises work up to about 15mm. Higher raises need a full-sole build.
1. Add your repairs to cart and go through checkout
2. Send to your items to 44 Grey Street Tauranga
You choose the best way to get your repairs to us. NZ post locator. Courier back to you is $9, charged on your order at checkout.
Repair target is 3 days plus courier time.
"All repairs are guaranteed to your satisfaction" Shane Barr
Repair target is 3 day turnaround plus courier time. Let us know if you need them sooner.
"I personally guarantee you'll be stoked with your repairs or products. If in the unlikely event you have issues please email straight away and I'll arrange to get it sorted. Worst case scenario I'll buy you a new pair!" - Shane Barr
1. Add your repairs to cart and go through checkout
2. Send to your items to 44 Grey Street Tauranga
You choose the best way to get your repairs to us. NZ post locator. Courier back to you is $9, charged on your order at checkout.
Repair target is 3 days plus courier time.
"All repairs are guaranteed to your satisfaction" Shane Barr
Repair target is 3 day turnaround plus courier time. Let us know if you need them sooner.
"I personally guarantee you'll be stoked with your repairs or products. If in the unlikely event you have issues please email straight away and I'll arrange to get it sorted. Worst case scenario I'll buy you a new pair!" - Shane Barr
Shoe Raise Build Up
1. Select your repairs
2. Order & Pay
3. Send Us Your Items
4. We repair with care
5. We send them back to you
I had been putting off getting my shoes raised but they look great and have made so much difference to my pain levels. Thank you
It is great to know there are true craftsmen still operating in NZ. The build up on my shoes was perfect. In my opinion the thoughtful selection of materials added to the look rather than be just a chunk of extra height.
Hi David
Stoked to hear your build up worked out as well or better than expected. I enjoyed the back and forth with you while selecting the colours. I hope they get you to and from the pub in style. The secret sauce to the smooth edge finish is our new scotch brite wheel.
Kind regards
Shane
PS any issues please email anytime.
Extremely pleased with the 25mm build up to my left shoe. Verry efficient and friendly service. I will be back when I need another one done
Good to hear it worked out well for you Tony. Good plan to start looking for your next pair well before you wear those ones out completely. Send photos if you need help choosing suitable shoes in the future.
Thanks again for your business.
Shane
Very happy with the shoe excellent workmanship and communication
Thanks Joy
Hope all is well and shoes are keeping hubby on the level.
Kind regards
Shane
These guys are the best, very professional job. 50mm build up is light and comfortable to walk on. Does not look out of place with the standard boot.
Great service and workmanship.
I emailed for an urgent shoe buildup and got a reply straight away. Sent my shoe away and got it back in a couple of days. The job was done perfectly, the added piece is hardly visible. Thanks very much, you have a great system set up and great service!
Hi Greg
Really appreciate the feedback — glad we could get the buildup done quickly and just how you needed it. Always satisfying when it works out cleanly and without a fuss.
Kind regards
Eden
After having a total right hip replacement my leg was found to be 3 Centimeters shorter than the left leg. I went to Shane's for help and asked which makes of shoes could he build up the sole to help me walk on a level plane which he did. I have had 6 or 7 pairs of shoes right foot raises. It is especially important for walking over uneven ground, as I was given inserts which gave the shoe poor grip of the foot and stability when walking on uneven ground. I've also bought walking boots which Shane has raised the right sole, especially helpful for the steep hills on my Trapline run I do on a hill farm for the Whakatane Kiwi Trust
Hi David
Thanks for sharing your experience! It's great to know that our work has made a difference for you, especially with the unique challenges of your trapline runs and uneven terrain. We're glad to have helped keep you steady on your feet with those custom raises. If you ever need more work done or have new footwear in mind, we're always here to lend a hand.
Kind regards
Shane
I spent the entire summer with sneakers on, just so I could wear my heel lift in my shoes... Thanks to Shane now I can wear my Birkenstock with the build up. Can't wait next Summer!
Hi Laurie
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you can now enjoy wearing your Birkenstocks with the build-up. Have a fantastic time next summer!
Kind regards
Shane Barr
Perfect for my needs
Thanks Jenni, keen to hear how the lighter build works out over time. Total weight increase was 125 grams from memory.
Give them heaps.
Thanks again for your business.
Shane
Quick job done with quality work.
Thank you
SB
FAQs
Yes sure, check out the Zip Repairs page. Then either send your boots, bag or shoes to us and we will contact you when they arrive. Or send a photo for a quote if it’s not mentioned.
2-3 days plus courier time. Please let us know if you need them sooner.
- Find the repair you need and add to cart. When you are ready to checkout. Click the bag in the top right corner and check out.
- A confirmation email will be sent to you with our address.
- Send your items to be repaired to us with the repair number on the address label.
- At the moment you pay for shipping to us and we charge $9.50 to ship back to you.
Get your free quote for any unlisted repairs. Simply click on the Free Quote button in the menu.
You’ll be happy with your repairs, I personally guarantee it. Or I’ll redo your repairs and pay the courier both ways.