I did this to a (right only) Red Wing Postman Chukka, but used Shoe Goo adhesive. After using the moleskin on my heel for a while, I switched it to the boot inside, and it worked. Shoe Goo is flexible and made to bend in moving shoes, I believe. Good vid, I love "how to" hacks. Very handy.
I have the same problem with lots of pairs of shoes, in the UK we have self adhesive heel cushions. They stay on and are super comfortable, no more broken skin. I rely on them when my shoes rub.
I used to have the same problem with a pair of black wholecut oxfords. I tried some padding tape on the back of my heel and also a gel padding stripe glued to the shoes, but nothing worked. So I took them to a cobbler. He charged an incredible 2 euros to fix them here in Portugal.
There is also such thing as "heel liners". Available on Amazon. They're also padded. You can also place a shoehorn over the section you're having a problem with and slide your foot over it. I use a shoehorn for all of my footwear. Because I want the Integrity of the shoe to remain as new as possible at all times. I can see someone having this problem that's actually going sockless. Are you having this problem using no show socks as well?
Glue is a good idea but I think a shoe cement, that wouldn't get hard, would have been a better option. I was looking at a pair of thise lacoste. Definately going to try that out.
Have you tried wearing the commercial blister protectors on your foot instead of padding the shoe? I have a pair of loafers that cause a blister even with no show socks. I just stick the blister pad on my foot when I wear those shoes and I’m good to go.
Hopefully you are using a flexible superglue... Otherwise it will freeze rigid. My wife had a cobbler sew in a price of leather down the back of a boot. You could do with white leather, then you could wrap it right over the edge, and sew it through
Here’s the best hack yet: I have this problem on almost every pair of sneakers I buy. Here is what you do-purchase two shoe stretchers. They’re $20 on Amazon. Stretch your shoes vertically over the period of 24 hours, and you will never have the problem again!
@@40OverFashion John I am 51 this year, I run but I am guessing worn out running shoes don't make a great fashion statement, so any hot tips for spring and summer for casual wear sneakers and should I avoid sport sneakers for casual wear ?
Hey, I’m 50 in a few weeks, so I’m right there with you! I’m a fan of the Cole Haan Grand Pro sneakers. If I’m not mistaken, they use Nike soles so they’re light, comfortable and good looking IMO.
I’ll have to try this because I have a pair of sneakers that do the very same thing Use polish remover to remove the glue from your fingers and or shoes
Awesome tip 👍 Question for you on another note - any advice for guys who have to wear an LFO brace for stability when walking as far as sneakers and stuff like that that you have heard from other viewers or might know yourself that are fashionable but also functional? I know I'm not supposed to but I put fashion before function 😁
@@40OverFashion It's a carbon fiber brace that supports my right foot from flopping around like a dean fish... straps onto leg around calf and runs under foot keeping ankle supported and immobile... I'd attach a pic if I could thru here...
If you are a fashion guy and appreciate high quality sneakers. I suggest you purchase a pair of Lanvin DBBI’s The run a little large so if you get your regular size the brace should fit well. On the other foot wear an extra 🧦
I have a pair of shoes that bruised my heel and ankle. I got a pair of heel inner sole supports, not the whole inner sole, just the heel and arch, and that “lifted” my ankle out of the danger zone.
Or its better to spend a little more and get quality sneakers with which you wont have that problem. Cheap leather, textile lining, synthetics and made in Bangladesh by kids Vs High-grain quality leather, great construction, 100% natural caoutchouc rubber, Leather lining and made by hand in Europe. They dont even have to be super expensive like Koios or whatever...there are brands which are less expensive than Koio or Common Projects, but which still fulfill all the criteria i just listed. For example the Mephisto Cristiano is hand made in France with super high quality leather and is a 50 year old Brand known for comfort. They're more expensive than Lacoste or Adidas but less than Common projects and you still get the same benefits. There are other low lux brands like that out there. I think its worth paying a little more, than buying Lacoste/Adidas etc which are frankly all the same, probably come out of the same factory in Vietnam and you will then lose even more money and time buying glue and fixing them up.
I just got a generic pair of Walgreens heel cups (like those Tulis) Wearing them now in a pair of loafers that have been giving problems. It is working so far.
In the first place, you shouldn't buy shoes that don't have cushioning around the ankle region. These are poorly designed shoes. Not to mention these are also downright ugly. There are many good white sneakers which have cushion at the back. The Adidas Stan smith is one of them.
I sometimes have problems with eventually poking a hole in the top of sneakers where my big toe pushes and rubs against the top of the shoe. I use the thicker mole foam and cut a piece in the shape of the toe box and push it up in place. Problem solved.
Super glue is too inflexible and will de-bond very quickly. A rubber based flexible contact adhesive will be a better long term fix. Patch test it first though on the shoe tongue just in case it bleeds through the fabric.
I will be surprised if super glue is a good long term solution. Contact cement would be the right adhesive for the job IF it doesn't soak through the material and discolor it.
It's annoying that they design and make shoes like this in the first place. Fashion over comfort. It's not hard to make shoes that don't shred your feet, ECCO for example.
A 30 minute test isn’t that helpful in judging if it works. Next time if hold your video for a month or so and get a few weeks of testing and then post your result it would be worth watching.
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I did this to a (right only) Red Wing Postman Chukka, but used Shoe Goo adhesive. After using the moleskin on my heel for a while, I switched it to the boot inside, and it worked. Shoe Goo is flexible and made to bend in moving shoes, I believe. Good vid, I love "how to" hacks. Very handy.
Thanks Bobby! Great tip!
Loctite fabric, plastic, rubber, cloth glue would work nicely. Great to learn you are doing two videos a week. Much appreciated.
Thank you!
I have the same problem with lots of pairs of shoes, in the UK we have self adhesive heel cushions. They stay on and are super comfortable, no more broken skin. I rely on them when my shoes rub.
Thanks Phillip!
I used to have the same problem with a pair of black wholecut oxfords. I tried some padding tape on the back of my heel and also a gel padding stripe glued to the shoes, but nothing worked. So I took them to a cobbler. He charged an incredible 2 euros to fix them here in Portugal.
Erick Rodrigues what did he do to fix the problem?
There is also such thing as "heel liners". Available on Amazon. They're also padded. You can also place a shoehorn over the section you're having a problem with and slide your foot over it. I use a shoehorn for all of my footwear. Because I want the Integrity of the shoe to remain as new as possible at all times. I can see someone having this problem that's actually going sockless. Are you having this problem using no show socks as well?
How often should you replace the moleskin?
That came out better than expected! Did the padding make the shoe more comfortable for you at the heel? Or does it dig in?
It is more comfortable right now, but we’ll see about that long term. Some folks are saying that superglue isn’t flexible enough to hold long-term.
Hope you have mote content like this man. I feel like you have this down to earth aura that i relate to. :)
Thank you very much!
Glue is a good idea but I think a shoe cement, that wouldn't get hard, would have been a better option. I was looking at a pair of thise lacoste. Definately going to try that out.
Thanks for the video. What brand is the watch you are wearing..very nice
Thank you! It’s a Nixon. I put the blue nato strap on it. 😃
Good vid as always John - How did it work when you had them in for a day?
Didn't work so well. I bought the peel-n-stick pads from Amazon and that worked a lot better.
Have you tried wearing the commercial blister protectors on your foot instead of padding the shoe? I have a pair of loafers that cause a blister even with no show socks. I just stick the blister pad on my foot when I wear those shoes and I’m good to go.
Hey Keith! I haven't tried those, but I guess I'd rather pad the shoe instead of myself. I wouldn't want the pad to show if I'm wearing shorts.
Hopefully you are using a flexible superglue... Otherwise it will freeze rigid.
My wife had a cobbler sew in a price of leather down the back of a boot. You could do with white leather, then you could wrap it right over the edge, and sew it through
Well done
I’ve seen those often at Nordstrom Rack for a approachable price.Are they any good?Size to size?
Yes! I really like them except for the issue I'm having with the heel.
Here’s the best hack yet: I have this problem on almost every pair of sneakers I buy. Here is what you do-purchase two shoe stretchers. They’re $20 on Amazon. Stretch your shoes vertically over the period of 24 hours, and you will never have the problem again!
Thanks for the feedback Phillip!
Nice tip and sneakers, do you have any content on sneakers for the older gent?
Hi Andrew! Older in terms of what age? My entire channel is geared towards men 40+.
@@40OverFashion John I am 51 this year, I run but I am guessing worn out running shoes don't make a great fashion statement, so any hot tips for spring and summer for casual wear sneakers and should I avoid sport sneakers for casual wear ?
Hey, I’m 50 in a few weeks, so I’m right there with you! I’m a fan of the Cole Haan Grand Pro sneakers. If I’m not mistaken, they use Nike soles so they’re light, comfortable and good looking IMO.
@@40OverFashion Cheers John, will have a look, enjoy your 50th.
I’ll have to try this because I have a pair of sneakers that do the very same thing
Use polish remover to remove the glue from your fingers and or shoes
Thanks Mark!
Awesome tip 👍
Question for you on another note - any advice for guys who have to wear an LFO brace for stability when walking as far as sneakers and stuff like that that you have heard from other viewers or might know yourself that are fashionable but also functional? I know I'm not supposed to but I put fashion before function 😁
Hey Michael, sorry, what's a LFO brace?
@@40OverFashion It's a carbon fiber brace that supports my right foot from flopping around like a dean fish... straps onto leg around calf and runs under foot keeping ankle supported and immobile... I'd attach a pic if I could thru here...
I tried to google it, but only came up with a AFO brace. Similar thing?
@@40OverFashion Correct - very similar - just different types and how they fit around leg/ankle area and into sneaks/shoes...
If you are a fashion guy and appreciate high quality sneakers. I suggest you purchase a pair of Lanvin DBBI’s
The run a little large so if you get your regular size the brace should fit well.
On the other foot wear an extra 🧦
Hi, What are your thoughts about black patent leather shoes....in style? Worth a purchase? Thanks
Hi Joe! Patent leather is too shiny for regular wear unless you're wearing a tux. Try to find something less glossy and you'll wear it more.
Thanks, will do!
Great video can you do a video for men with bigger feet? US 14
I have a pair of shoes that bruised my heel and ankle. I got a pair of heel inner sole supports, not the whole inner sole, just the heel and arch, and that “lifted” my ankle out of the danger zone.
Thanks
Or its better to spend a little more and get quality sneakers with which you wont have that problem. Cheap leather, textile lining, synthetics and made in Bangladesh by kids Vs High-grain quality leather, great construction, 100% natural caoutchouc rubber, Leather lining and made by hand in Europe. They dont even have to be super expensive like Koios or whatever...there are brands which are less expensive than Koio or Common Projects, but which still fulfill all the criteria i just listed. For example the Mephisto Cristiano is hand made in France with super high quality leather and is a 50 year old Brand known for comfort. They're more expensive than Lacoste or Adidas but less than Common projects and you still get the same benefits. There are other low lux brands like that out there. I think its worth paying a little more, than buying Lacoste/Adidas etc which are frankly all the same, probably come out of the same factory in Vietnam and you will then lose even more money and time buying glue and fixing them up.
Buy a set of Tulis heel cups. Been doing it for years
Thanks! I’ll have to look into that.
40 Over Fashion
Very welcome. Comfortable as hell
I just got a generic pair of Walgreens heel cups (like those Tulis) Wearing them now in a pair of loafers that have been giving problems. It is working so far.
I visited your Instagram page and saw a pair of single monk straps with Nordstrom shoe trees what brand are those?
I'm not sure on what photo it was, but I own two pair of single monks. One from Carucci and one from Magnanni. The Magnanni has a plain toe.
@@40OverFashion This pair has a brown barnish two two look. You have a pair of Nordstrom shoe trees inside of them.
Okay, I think the ones you see have a wingtip toe. One shoe is upright, and the other is on its side. Those are from Carucci.
@@40OverFashion Yes those are the ones very nice shoe ,recent purchase ?
I've had them for about a year now. Holding up well.
In the first place, you shouldn't buy shoes that don't have cushioning around the ankle region. These are poorly designed shoes. Not to mention these are also downright ugly. There are many good white sneakers which have cushion at the back. The Adidas Stan smith is one of them.
Point taken, but I like this design for a spring/summer minimal sneaker. I feel that the Stan Smiths are a little too bulky.
I sometimes have problems with eventually poking a hole in the top of sneakers where my big toe pushes and rubs against the top of the shoe. I use the thicker mole foam and cut a piece in the shape of the toe box and push it up in place. Problem solved.
Great idea!
Super glue is too inflexible and will de-bond very quickly. A rubber based flexible contact adhesive will be a better long term fix. Patch test it first though on the shoe tongue just in case it bleeds through the fabric.
Thank you very much! I didn’t know about that.
I will be surprised if super glue is a good long term solution. Contact cement would be the right adhesive for the job IF it doesn't soak through the material and discolor it.
Interesting, thank you very much.
I am thinking applying the glue to the back of the shoe might be somewhat easier . Rubbing shoes are very annoying!
cool...even I have a pair of shoes that bruised my heel and ankle
Ich you would have open the shoe fully, it would be much easier, wouldn't it
Did I miss the Instagram tag?
Hey JD, I put a link in the description. I'll add a graphic to the video next time.
It's annoying that they design and make shoes like this in the first place. Fashion over comfort. It's not hard to make shoes that don't shred your feet, ECCO for example.
It is a nice fix tho
Thank you!
Sharp knife or a file to get gorrila glue off your fingers.
Are people so stupid that they do not know how to use glue ? You had to make a video . Ha ha ha
A 30 minute test isn’t that helpful in judging if it works.
Next time if hold your video for a month or so and get a few weeks of testing and then post your result it would be worth watching.
Thanks Mark. I appreciate the feedback.
No..No..No...! Use some athletic tape on your ankle...until the seam is broken in...
40 Over Fashion. White plimsolls. Oxymoron
Not in my book. Thanks for your comment though.