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.
374121
hmmm. When a structure is built a jostle of any sort will make it collapse. So stepping on it in that way won't break it. We have kids not wear shoes in the house, so I can't vouch for what would happen if they were jumped on with shoes. But kids in socks step on them all the time, with no breakage. They are thin, about 1/4 inch thick with plastic bracing inside. Breakage is really not an issue. This is an absolutely wonderful open ended toy.
1015321
I buy multiple, and rotate them daily. I also insert and remove them from the shoes after each wearing so the inserts and the shoes properly air out. Every couple months I'll throw out the oldest and add a few new to the rotation (I write the dates on them). Maybe a bit excessive, but doing so the inserts last many months, and my shoes "forever".
1435048
My first one came with a broken bowl too. Second time, no bowls were broken but the same bowl arrived with crazing and broke later. I hate these bowls. Am going to get some vintage Pyrex cinderella mixing bowls from ebay and put what's left of these pieces of crap out on the curb. My mom's Cinderella bowls have lasted over 50 years and through all my childhood baking. These didn't make it a year.
554370
Yeah I've had 4/5 crack on me. Granted, I was freezing water in them and it probably made them more brittle.
1321139
I cannot quite picture your situation. The last time I used it (recently) was on a pair of shoes where the sole, about all of the front four inches detached itself from the shoe. I applied all along the edge under the edge of the shoe, pressed it down into position and smoothed out the excess. Let dry several days. Have since used them 8-10 hours a day for many many days with no problem. Hope this helps you. J
499501
In my experience and the bowling alley I go to the they have and even slide to grip ratio although I have not treated the bottoms in a while, also if u decide to go with this shoe keep in mind that they run a bit big so maybe get half a size smaller. Hope this helps.
1921252
So far they have held up. I am sure they must have been dropped at one time or another. If you have heard this, maybe try another brand. My grandsons have had them since December and haven't heard of any problems. If I hear of any, I will post it.
1595530
I don't know the specifics, I haven't coached or been close to the game in a couple years. My kid hit with someone else's 2014 and a 2013. She loved the 2014 so I got one while I could. Doesn't seem like they are breaking like a couple years ago.
694515
I broke a bowl too. You can't order a replacement, as far as I know. I looked and looked, but I ended up ordering another whole set,
2086391
I'm not sure about bowling, I wear them when I mow the lawn on my riding lawn mower :)
2178747
I have been wearing mine in my tennis shoes and they are worn nearly everyday. I received my pair about 2 months ago and still in great shape. I would say replace them if they start feeling flat under your feet or pain returns. You can check their website too for more specific information. I love mine though! :)
142859
I would consult with a pediatric doctor for a 3 year old...I didn't notice any issues until my son was very active and wearing out good athletic shoes, around 6 years old..I have really flat fee so he inherited the same problem.
1042147
I'm not a runner but I would suspect that if your PF starts to act up then the inserts need replacing. I would think that running would put more wear and tear on the inserts than walking so they would break down sooner.
1657997
They do become brittle. If you don't step on or drop they may be ok. This happens when left in sub freezing tewmp outside.
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I had the same problem and was able to get a replacement. I called the vendor who sold the product (it's on the Amazon invoice), told them what happened, and they ordered a replacement which was sent directly to me.. Great customer service! The wheels shaft break because they don't fit snugly into the slot at the bottom of the leg. The wheel then slips out and breaks when you move the file. After you replace the wheel, try to crimp the slot with a pliers where the wheel is inserted. That may be tough to do. Try inserting flat sided toothpicks into the slot next to the wheel shaft and snap off the ends. This will create a tight fit for the wheel shaft. I had the same problem and was able to get a replacement. I called the vendor who sold the product (it's on the Amazon invoice), told them what happened, and they ordered a replacement which was sent directly to me.. Great customer service! The wheels shaft break because they don't fit snugly into the slot at the bottom of the leg. The wheel then slips out and breaks when you move the file. After you replace the wheel, try to crimp the slot with a pliers where the wheel is inserted. That may be tough to do. Try inserting flat sided toothpicks into the slot next to the wheel shaft and snap... » Read More I had the same problem and was able to get a replacement. I called the vendor who sold the product (it's on the Amazon invoice), told them what happened, and they ordered a replacement which was sent directly to me.. Great customer service! The wheels shaft break because they don't fit snugly into the slot at the bottom of the leg. The wheel then slips out and breaks when you move the file. After you replace the wheel, try to crimp the slot with a pliers where the wheel is inserted. That may be tough to do. Try inserting flat sided toothpicks into the slot next to the wheel shaft and snap off the ends. This will create a tight fit for the wheel shaft. « Show Less
1755940
Haven't experienced any problems with mine, maybe you've been unlucky with a faulty pair.I am currently waiting for a new pair I've bought.Cheers