← 5 Tips to Extend the Life of Your Shoes

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By Anslem Samuel | Published December 16, 2011 | Full size is 620 × 480 pixels

Prepare Before You Wear: When you first purchase a shoe, bring it to a cobbler to have the shoe waterproofed and rubber taps added to the heel/front tip of the sole. The heel and front of the shoe are the two areas where we apply the most pressure, causing our shoes to wear out the quickest. These rubber taps will work as shock absorbers between the ground and your shoe. If you’re too busy to drop off new shoes, buy some waterproof shoe spray and treat them yourself.

Prepare Before You Wear:

When you first purchase a shoe, bring it to a cobbler to…

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