Topic: The Shoe Doctor, Taunton Spiking Service Review (Read 66742 times)

The_Bird · « **on:** February 08, 2012, 04:15:15 PM »

Hi Guys i recently sent my shoes off to The Shoe Doctor in Taunton to be spiked and here are the results.

I intially rang Steve at the shop to tell him my requirements and as this was my first time spiking a set of trainers he was extremely helpful and informative. He was also new to doing this and had only started doing it after a certain local captain/legend enquired about a spiking service last season. We chatted about his illustrious clients (Trescothick & most of the somerset playing staff to name a few) and instantly his laid back and chatty attitude filled me with confidence. Also if his product held up to the rigors of a County Season worn by a Pro then i was in no doubt that it would be sturdy enough for a bit of grazing around a few grounds in Cornwall. I sent the shoes off and within 3/4 days (depending on his workload) i paid him over the phone and had no issues whatsoever. I received the shoes this morning after a wait of a week. Communication throughout the transaction was superb and i would highly recommend anyone wishing to have this done to use Steve @ The Shoe Doctor!!!

Now some pics, 1 pair is a mates and we both asked for half spike on the front. Both shoes had a flat sole but Steve said he could do any specifications we asked. Here are the pics below and a link to his site.

http://www.shoedoctortaunton.co.uk/

The shoes are New Balance RT760 & Nike Dual Fusion ST2

Ryan · « **Reply #1 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:28:33 PM »

Looks like he's done a good job, bet your very pleased!?

Red Ink Cricket · « **Reply #2 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:29:52 PM »

looks good. whats the costs like? havent done this myself but my brother used brian and brenda and they were great. good to see another option opening up to give a bit of a choice

Ryan · « **Reply #3 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:29:58 PM »

Oh, how much does he charge? Looked on the website but no prices

The_Bird · « **Reply #4 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:33:53 PM »

Quote from: fletcheruk on February 08, 2012, 04:28:33 PM

Looks like he's done a good job, bet your very pleased!?

Delighted, forgot to mention the spikes screw in and out as well so replacing them is very easy. Steve's a top bloke, he couldn't do enough!!

The cost

�6 sending them up to Taunton via Parcel Monkey, and in total �56 posted for two pairs to be sent back. He mentioned he was upping his prices slightly as demand was getting a bit higher.

Ryan · « **Reply #5 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:37:39 PM »

Not bad then, think Brian and Brenda charge about 35 inclusive of postage

Buzz · « **Reply #6 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:39:10 PM »

Thought I would roll this picture out (again) so people can compare the different options, mine were done by Brian and Brenda.
I have to say I think your new balance trainers have come up a treat, but my Nike trainers are splendid!!

I should be able to upload some more pics of them tonight so you can compare the different finishes

Cover_Drive · « **Reply #7 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:42:53 PM »

I don't know if you told him or not but why do the red ones have leather on front toes being taken off? :S

Are the spikes removeable?

The_Bird · « **Reply #8 on:** February 08, 2012, 04:46:13 PM »

Quote from: Cover_Drive on February 08, 2012, 04:42:53 PM

I don't know if you told him or not but why do the red ones have leather on front toes being taken off? :S

Are the spikes removeable?

Not sure what you mean bud, Alba's new balances had been worn for a few weeks prior to sending so weren't brand new. All the spikes screw in and out and he supplied a spike remover with the shoes.

Cover_Drive · « **Reply #9 on:** February 08, 2012, 05:05:37 PM »

Ah okay cheers bud

Ryan · « **Reply #10 on:** February 13, 2012, 12:43:04 PM »

Quote from: Buzz on February 08, 2012, 04:39:10 PM

Thought I would roll this picture out (again) so people can compare the different options, mine were done by Brian and Brenda.
I have to say I think your new balance trainers have come up a treat, but my Nike trainers are splendid!!

I should be able to upload some more pics of them tonight so you can compare the different finishes

buzz did you get some pictures done? i'd like to see if there is any difference between the two services.

Buzz · « **Reply #11 on:** February 13, 2012, 12:51:57 PM »

remarkably similar, my shoes are looking a touch dirty now, having been used a few times. I will sort out the pictures tonight.

Ryan · « **Reply #12 on:** February 13, 2012, 12:56:21 PM »

thanks Buzz. i'm going to send my trainers off this week and just want to know if there is any other difference between both services.

FvanN · « **Reply #13 on:** February 13, 2012, 01:07:49 PM »

I have always wanted to have this done but want to know how good the shoes are after a few games as I would hate them to start falling apart. Also what kind of trainers would be best to have spiked as I have a fantastic pair of asics running trainers I could have done.

The_Bird · « **Reply #14 on:** February 13, 2012, 01:19:07 PM »

Quote from: FvanN on February 13, 2012, 01:07:49 PM

I have always wanted to have this done but want to know how good the shoes are after a few games as I would hate them to start falling apart. Also what kind of trainers would be best to have spiked as I have a fantastic pair of asics running trainers I could have done.

The two below are triple glued so I cant see them coming apart that quickly, also to add Steve said he only had to repair one pair out of the ones he has done and that was a 2nd XI bowlers set. They both seem very good but a shop frontage and a website made it a bit easier to do business for me in my opinion. B and B seemed a bit elusive but again that's only my experience.

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