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Nov 28, 2005 | 06:01 PM

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Leaky Boots

I was walking through some puddles today at work and realized at my boots leaked.

The leak is between the sole and where the leather is stitched to the sole.

What should I do to stop them from leaking? Would a bead a silicone work?

My boots aren't 100% waterproof, but I plan on fixing that later this week. But the waterproofing stuff doesnt help leaks from underneath...

Any help would be appreciated.

Nov 28, 2005 | 06:09 PM

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There is some stuff called shoe goo that works pretty well. it's basically silicone I think, but it's more adhesive, so it'll waterproof and stay stuck where you put it better. If you can force it into the crack, that'll work better then smearing it on the outside.

Good luck.

Nov 28, 2005 | 08:23 PM

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I'll give that a shot later this week.

Thanks.

Nov 28, 2005 | 08:33 PM

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go to Basspro shop, dicks or any other outdoor store you have in your area. get some shoes that have a "goretex" liner in them, they are completely waterproof unless you wear out the lining in them.

Nov 28, 2005 | 08:40 PM

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I have a pair of goretex boots, however, those are my hunting boots and not my work boots. I'm just looking for a cheap fix so I can still walk through puddles.

Nov 28, 2005 | 11:29 PM

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I have never owned a piar of gore tex boots that kept my feet dry like they say they are supposed to. No matter what my toes get soaked.

Nov 29, 2005 | 08:17 PM

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The only problem I've experienced with gore-tex boots is that my feet sweat and when I stand / sit for a while, they get cold.

To counteract this, I've been using wool socks and putting anti-perpesperant deodorant, and it seems to work well.