Frank Reid wrote:
I have a pair of Orvis Henry's Fork wading boots that are about 3
years old. The felt is coming off of one of them. I really like the
boots other than that. Good foot/leg support.
Can anyone recommend how to fix (replace the felt) or have it
replaced?


Method 1: Throw your wallet in the door of the Feathered Hook, say Frank
sent you and buy Bailey's with a lifetime guarantee.
Method 2: Buy some felt replacement soles, some barge cement and go to
town. Peel off the old sole and grind it with a grinder or steel wire
brush. Clean well with alcohol. Put the new soles on with the barge cement
(cut to general size and trim later). Use bungee cords to hold it on whilst
it dries. You might want to cover the area with wax paper to ensure the
barge cement doesn't stick to the bungee cords or you'll end up with some
extra spring in your step. Trim excess sole off with an illegal box cutter.
Drink the Baileys over ice.
Method 3: Take felt soles, barge cement and boots to a shoe repairman.
They do a great job. Drink the Baileys with coffee.


If the felt is still good, just separating from the boot, clean up the
mating surface and use Barge Cement to stick them back together. The
rest of the DIY instructions apply.

Mike