1. Add to cart and checkout
2. Send to your items to 44 Grey Street Tauranga
We will email you when they arrive and send back 2-4 days later.
"All repairs are guaranteed to your satisfaction" Shane Barr
I personally guarantee you'll be stoked with your repairs and products boots.
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
Quick 2-4 day turnaround service plus courier time. Let us know if you need them sooner.
It is up to you to get your repairs to us. NZ post locator. You can leave the return trip to us to take care of.
Shoe Raise Build Up
Got one leg shorter than the other? Get your shoe built up and enjoy walking straighter. Any shoe can be raised. The best ones are running shoes. They have a natural curve to the sole which gets you walking easily. Flat shoes like skate shoes are a bit clompy once built up as they have no natural roll and the build up makes them stiffer.
Raise/build Colours available: Brown, Beige, Grey, White, Black.
Heel only won't work for most shoes past about 15mm.
Yes we need measurements.
Most people get less built up, than the difference between their legs.The real difference might be 25mm and they would get a 20mm shoe raise. Especially when someone has worn normal shoes for years. The change to exact measurements can feel uncomfortable.
What shoes can be built up?
While we can build up any shoe. The most comfortable are running shoes, as they have a nice rolling action to start with rather than a flat sole. Flat soles are less suitable as once they have a build up added they are stiffer. Which makes them clompy and don't roll nicely as you walk.
Also heel width needs to be reasonable to the height added. Adding 50mm to a stiletto is going to be unstable. 50mm to a running shoe is ok.
Frequently bought together:
Birkenstock Resole and Medium Cork Repair
Regular price $179 Sale price $179
1. Add to cart and checkout
2. Send to your items to 44 Grey Street Tauranga
We will email you when they arrive and send back 2-4 days later.
"All repairs are guaranteed to your satisfaction" Shane Barr
I personally guarantee you'll be stoked with your repairs and products boots.
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
Quick 2-4 day turnaround service plus courier time. Let us know if you need them sooner.
It is up to you to get your repairs to us. NZ post locator. You can leave the return trip to us to take care of.
Shoe Raise Build Up
Book Online
Send to us
We Mend
We Return
Customer Reviews
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.
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
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
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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 or free return courier if you spend over $100.
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.