i have a pair of dexter bowling shoes that have completely cracked in half on both shoes. the shoes are 2 + years old and i bowl once a week.has anybody else had this problem?
74133
I haven't worn my yet. I had to order a half size larger because they run small. We are going to go bowling in the fall. Seems everyone is so busy in the summer. That is to bad the soles cracked in half. I hope it doesn't happen to mine. Good luck with new bowling shoes to replace yours!
74134
Just got a new pair of Dexter bowling shoes. Last pair was Dexter and lasted a long time. However I seem to remember a friend having that same problem and I believe they were Dexter bowling shoes as well. Hope they replace them for you.
32228
No but I only have owned for 6 months. Dexter is known for bring a good product. If you left in the car or hot climate that may be your problem.
1931220
The same thing happened to mine. I contacted the company and they quickly sent me a new pair. Apparently the glue that they were using wasn't strong enough. But, the company has been great about making it right.
193637
For anyone else who wants to know the answer to this -- the answer is NO WAY!!! I'm on my second pair for one of my older girls, and they just broke again. AVOID.
1874129
I did not have that issue. It does keep feet softer so there is no cracking.
688123
These new ones are very good. The base is some sort of rubber, similar to thr new balance insoles. I think I've had them for like 8 months in my badminton shoes and they are still in good shape. The top is showing a little ware, but that's nothing, when you compare them to the older blue foam bottom models which I would burn holes clear through within a matter of months. (They still give support where I need it, though, so I still use several older pairs in my other shoes, despite them having multiple large holes in each one.) Just make sure you get the newer model with the green rubber bottom. These new ones are very good. The base is some sort of rubber, similar to thr new balance insoles. I think I've had them for like 8 months in my badminton shoes and they are still in good shape. The top is showing a little ware, but that's nothing, when you compare them to the older blue foam bottom models which I would burn holes clear through within a matter of months. (They still give support where I need it, though, so I still use several older pairs in my other shoes, despite them having multiple large holes in each one.) Just make sure you get the newer model with the green rubber... » Read More These new ones are very good. The base is some sort of rubber, similar to thr new balance insoles. I think I've had them for like 8 months in my badminton shoes and they are still in good shape. The top is showing a little ware, but that's nothing, when you compare them to the older blue foam bottom models which I would burn holes clear through within a matter of months. (They still give support where I need it, though, so I still use several older pairs in my other shoes, despite them having multiple large holes in each one.) Just make sure you get the newer model with the green rubber bottom. « Show Less
1201832
I have never had this problem and I have whacked the balls against one another as well as myself countless times LOL. I've had mine for quite some time now, use them regularly, and have had no problems whatsoever. I would try to contact the seller if I were having those issues.
752836
My husband is a right handed bowler and he likes them. I don't know if the shoes would make a difference for either hand though.
1840798
I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use them weekly. I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use... » Read More I had problems on my first marathon a few years back and then I bought a pair of the standard green ones a couple year ago. I've since used them for training and have had NO issues with feet getting numb, sore or even arches getting 'worn out'. I recently used the green ones on my marathon last year and I can't complain... they worked AWESOME, no tired feet! I use them over the socks and readjusted the ties on my shoes. I will be purchasing the blue ones soon and hopefully they work just as well. By the way, I've had the green ones for a couple years now and it is still in great shape, use them weekly. « Show Less
2068041
I've had that happen to a previous pair I owned. I checked the cords and found a nick in one of the wires thanks to my new puppy. I just spliced the nick and put electrical tape over it. Good as new, but for the price I just purchased a new pair. The nicked one is now part of my back-up pairs.
923305
No. But I should mention that if the rubber around the toe does tear so I doubt they would last long if you did that. (Plus it might look a little odd)
1490261
I'm sorry, I really don't know. It might be cheaper to just buy a new pair. Good luck in your search.
1509365
I must agree with some other posts regarding cracking, etc. I am currently experimenting with "cloth" covered vertical blinds. So far, there is no problem. I would take my shoes to a shoe repair shop and ask them what you should use to protect your shoes. Good luck.
169406
I live in Vegas and it's hot and dry. I don't know how they'd be in humid weather, but mine lasted about 6 months and definitely got crunchy after each game. Switched to a 50 dollar Nike pair and never going back.
2919
I am sorry about that, but I do not know. Why don't you take the shoes to the bowling alley shop that is in some of the bowling facilities. I hope this was helpful.
1893592
Aloha! Yikes!!! I haven't had that experience thank goodness. DID You Contact the seller? Hopefully you didn't injure yourself. If the seller does not respond call amazon customer service. I'll make sure I check the wheels our. Mahalo! !!
843335
No, I have not had that happen. I would send them back or exchange them. They are definately worth it. I swear by these after many years of problems.
1739348
My son got them for me for Christmas last December. I now need a new pair. The standard tips would only last one or two weeks before the bottoms/sides would either split off or the treads would wear down.