Bowling Shoes Get a CRAZY Conversion

[@TrentonHeath]

Sorry we didn’t have any BEFORE pics y’all. We had already started taking them apart before we realized it. Oh…and that the velcro is like that intentionally. Us sub-150 bowlers have always used the cheap rentals without it. 😉😁

[@robertcolfack26]

I think you did a great job on the soles and still with the leather soles he could still bowl in them if he wants to you guys always make a pair of shoes or boots look better and sometimes even look brand new.... I really enjoy your videos it always brings me back to my youth in the 1960's there was a cobbler in the town where I grew up, and I sometimes came into his little store and watched him work....

[@Kingfisher1215]

Those are the nicest bowling shoes I’ve ever seen. You did a great job resoling them. I sure hope he has a few Nat Nast shirts to pair with them.

[@georgekolb9331]

I think you hit the nail on the head with the shoe…and with the algorithm lately. The content like the hiking boot and this are going to bring traffic from other areas of the KZbin rabbit hole. Good stuff. I’m in the market for sandals now I’ll go check out your stuff. Exactly how it’s all pose ta work

[@gold8737]

Have you guys messed around with Doc Martens in the past? Seen some at Goodwill for $15 but the soles were cracked in half.

[@joeyhemlock]

THOSE ARE MY SHOES AND I LOVE THEM. I love the layered look of the midsole and sole (that white midsole is amazing: Is it sold like that or did you glue a white piece to a leather piece?), and the honey-colored heel was the perfect way to cap them off. When you were asking if you should dye the soles or keep them natural, I was yelling at the screen to leave them. The roughed-up welt to match the suede was a stroke of genius. I told you to make them fun and gave you free rein to do whatever you needed to do and you knocked it out of the park. I'm not just happy with them: I'm ecstatic. They're more then I could have hoped for.

[@joeyhemlock]

BTW: The shoes came that way with the velcro. They had three or four different pads for each section so you could customize how much slide you wanted. It didn't matter which ones I used as I was a terrible bowler with any combination. Then the traction (right) shoe of course doesn't have any slide to it. When I took them out and looked at them as a potential project for you, I spent a LOT of time watching videos on how to tell if boots were actually goodyear welted or faked and everything pointed to them being genuine, and I'm glad it turned out that way. They'll get a lot more use now then they ever did on the alleys. THANKS SO MUCH for doing such a great job. I can't wait to get them back and show them off.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks so much! We’re glad to hear you like them! The white midsole is a piece of rubber that we used. Hope you enjoy wearing them again. You’ll need to send us an updated pic as you begin wearing them so that we can possibly post it.

[@joeyhemlock]

@@TrentonHeath Will do!

[@joeyhemlock]

@@TrentonHeath Was sanding the top lift to that angle a pain in the butt? I saw that you pre-angled the block but I imagine it was a pain to do the top lift, unless you have a belt sander in addition to all of those drums...

[@stevenduhaime1484]

Good idea to to resolve them. These made a cool pair of shoes.

[@jacmccauley7581]

The Velcro on one side and rubber on the other is designed for bowling. You can change how much you slide by changing out the sole and heel on the one shoe.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks! That makes sense.

[@kyleessex6301]

Elite level bowling shoes are directional (right vs left handed bowlers,) allowing that slip that Jac said above.

[@ernestbeckley]

They didn't have that when I stared bowling---50 years ago :)

[@jmsmom67]

Wow, interesting. Thanks for sharing that information!

[@neverstoplearning7214]

Didn't know that, interesting

[@your_andrew]

Funny weekend shoes for a warm summer and early autumn. Very creative and versatile design of the sole, gentlemen

[@carolstephens2568]

Wow, AWSOME look.

[@nathan3942]

I'm addicted to this channel. Keep sending, guys!

[@kizer-no2kg]

what you are doing are showing these youngsters that want to learn A craft. that’s a trade. is. priceless. Hammer time. 👍👍👍

[@autofanaticcars]

From someone who works with leather and custom upholstery your craftsmanship is outstanding. Love it guys

[@artadrians]

They look GREAT 👍...NICE under a pair of Chinos or Jeans .. and DEFINITELY FUN...GOOD JOB...!!!

[@kyliepierson8718]

Awesome you did a good job with Changing the purpose and style of a bowling shoe

[@jarrodabel4529]

I would rock these daily. I like the different color layers and the slope of the heel. Everything about these I love.

[@Philip8825]

Incredible workmanship 👏🏽✨

[@Lfd-225]

Love watching you guys

[@VinylToVideo]

I have a pair of Hyde bowling shoes from 1950 that I found basically new old stock for $40. They are a terrific off white leather and if they weren't bowling shoes I would wear them as everyday shoes. If I had a second pair I would definitely have them resoled for street wear. It's crazy to me that bowling shoes aren't made of this quality and style anymore.

[@Rhaspun]

The shoes look nice. Good for walking around town. Going out shopping or to the movies.

[@mofosoto]

Now I wanna see fancy shoes soled with bowler bottoms!!!

[@maryannrurup353]

Beautifully done.

[@Romulus_xxii]

Fantastic idea and workmanship! I love the natural color 💯🔥

[@Doncan0823]

Nice is an understatement, they look great ! Awesome job.

[@UGA.D]

Those are freaking AWESOME!

[@Paul-044]

I seen y'all fix shoe's so many time I could do the voiceover for y'all. Great video and content. Y'all the best!!!

[@rc-cnc3431]

I've had my old Red Wings resoled numerous times. I worked in a quarry & stone fabrication plant for 14 years, so the soles got chewed up quickly. My knees gave out and had to find another profession, but I still have those old Red Wings almost 20 years later. :) Our area cobbler Charlie has long since retired, but he sure had a love for the craft. Your channel popped up on my side bar a couple days ago, and I find myself binge watching your episodes. The passion you guys have for the craft reminds me of Charlie my cobbler. Great videos and I can't wait to see what you come up with next.

[@SuperSpyToni]

They look great.

[@JoeyShip]

I went bowling and he other day and noticed the bowling shoes were Goodyear welted and nice leather uppers and bottoms. Bowling shows are sleepers for sure!!

[@Ruben74]

Very cool! Reminds me of the mod revival in late 70’s Britain, The Jam used to wear bowling shoes with black suits and it looks sharp as a tack. Great job restoring those soles.

[@jinnij.caiman]

Really like the way these turned out, I want some

[@chadparker1283]

Who would have thought? Not I, but wow. There are funky cool. Casual to medium dress and slick. I would wear these. I am a shoe guy and love whimsy and fun stuff. These are definitely in that category. Hats off, great job.

[@ronadkins8997]

This was fantastic! Nice,fun video...I'll keep watching for sure!

[@joelopez1172]

They look great! Great job!

[@SirLoxley7]

they look really good. very nice indeed!

[@doug_sports_collector]

Make me a pair of these! Fantastic looking.... I'm a bowler so I appreciate these, agree with owner, make them fun!! Great recraft T.

[@thomaskraincuk9815]

What a great piece of craft! Thx so much Trent!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you, Thomas!

[@terriwinn6806]

I do like them quite a lot . you'all do amazing work .

[@bbqlips]

Right on, looks awesome!

[@scootosan]

Those now NON bowling shoes are awesome and the guy that has them.... you're my kind. And I have some now NON bowling shoes too... march to a different beat.

[@stevec7445]

Those came out amazing.

[@georgeolin3234]

Awesome! 19 minutes of fun! Love y'alls videos. Father was stationed in Naples 70-75 and we bought our shoes at "Shoe Alley".

[@kit2770]

Wow, great job on the shoes! Jeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski would *love* them! I like how the layered look of the midsole/sole/heel kind of resembles the various shades of brown one would see in the wood of an average bowling lane, with the planks of various brown tones. Not sure if that was on purpose or a happy accident, but either way, it's great. Very appropriate... and, like you said, fun!

[@spenserhow6275]

Nice work guys! Oh and nice to hear your voice getting better Trent!

[@todd7619]

The corking process is always so satisfying 😊

[@blackbass4u2c]

I think they look amazing... great job

[@Bill-hw1iq]

Make more of these! I'd buy a pair

[@tagumpaycorrales1293]

I liked the convertion of sole good looking shoes now

[@markbarlow4918]

These are without doubt, some of the smartest shoes you've refurbished. Absolutely love them. Really appreciate the hands on skill behind cobbling. Awesome!!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much, Mark

[@Kirkorr123]

The whole time Trenton is doing this he has a look on his face that says (am I really doing this). Fun video thanks for sharing.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks, Kirk

[@lotsabirds]

Looks great! Really good quality pair!

[@jhnewman13]

Made the right call with that welt! Fantastic work as always, gents!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thanks, Jeff

[@saulgoodman7509]

Great work. The soles really fit the brief and the shoes have a fun 1920s boating vibe now.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@utahman1988]

Those turned out amazing!

[@HonicBlue]

what a fun vid, thanks once again!

[@andyrozario7]

Loved this Project...It's Different...

[@bradwebb9034]

Looks great. Wish I had a pair.

[@jeremiahbarham6512]

I can’t believe how good it came out! This might be a new thing 🤣🤣🤣

[@buddhistmonkey182]

These turned out gorgeous!

[@shoemanfu]

That's how bowling shoes are made for a right handed bowler. The Velcro pads allow for the left shoe pad to be replaced. The left shoe is designed to slide. Once that pad gets dirty or wet it can be replaced so it will once again slide. The right shoe is designed for traction so it doesn't slide. Hope this helps. I've actually been thinking of doing the opposite.. I want to convert a pair of Strands into bowling shoes.

[@TrentonHeath]

That makes sense. Thank you!

[@tinydancer7426]

Funny thing there ..... the replaceable pad on the slide shoe. When I was a teen and started bowling on my parents' bowling team, mom got me my own shoes and kit to care for the soles which included a suede brush (much like the suede brush I had for the suede soles on my western dance boots) When the suede sole got slick, the brush (much like a "slicker" brush used to brush long haired cats and dogs) did a wonderful job to roughen up and clean the sole again.

[@choyfalcon]

Not to mention they have 4 or 5 different slide styles that have more or less resistance to sliding in case you're sliding too far or stopping too fast you can switch out the slide resistance to adjust for that. The other shoe with a regular sole is the "power step" shoe. It's designed to intentionally not slide so you can push off of it.

[@f1sk8mm]

When I was in highschool I had a couple friends who wore bowling shoes (guys and gals) but it was the mid 90s and for in with the northwest grunge style at the time. These came out looking pretty good and could see these for a musician or night out getting some beers with the pack.

[@garywood60]

I love them ! I don't even Bowl but I love the look. Y'all did a Great job and nice colors also. God Bless and keep y'all safe.

[@RageNaught]

These shoes look awesome, I would rock these for sure.

[@EW-ph7hj]

I'd rock those shoes in a heartbeat

[@Melendon44]

This a great surprise for all of us. Great looking pair of bowling shoes/casual shoes. And just like you said, "If you are going to do it do it right". Excellent work on your part, again..

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much

[@kennywallace1]

I can imagine Brunswick discovering & creating an entirely new market as a result of this experiment. Thats the most amazing bowling style casual shoe I've ever seen. Between yourselves and the Elegant Oxford I've learned so much about shoe construction and care that has played a part in keep my mind occupied during lockdown by implementing a lot of what you talk about; shoes trees, leather care, etc. Big love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

[@fearlessfreddy50]

These are great! Makes me want a pair as well.

[@davidsnow1481]

Who knew that a bowling shoe could turn out to look awesome. Great work keep up the good work and stay safe out there.

[@poppajretired410]

Makes a cool looking pair of casual shoes.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@nelsongoucher476]

I like the heels the way you left them. They added the fun style to the shoes. Very nice.

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@jamesonnutting5867]

I want a pair, these came awesome. Nice work

[@gunjunky187]

Very nice job! They look great 👍

[@czs1mc]

They look awesome!

[@edwardzastawny8932]

Awesome looking shoe. Love it.

[@shaiq-nbaiq1826]

Oh yeah the natural undyed edges look great!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you!

[@carolwilliams5337]

Cool that these could be repurposed! They rsally look nice!

[@Pysiaczkek]

In 14:49 I would absolutely leave it natural. The mix of colors fits almost perfectly to vibe of these shoes. Gorgeous!

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@norvynhill]

Those turned out really nice

[@neleig]

Beautiful choices for the soles. I think the bowling shoes look great! I used to wear mine casually as a kid. My Dad would get mad at me for it, saying I was going to wear them out. He was right! Enjoyable and informative video.

[@artyseibert]

Absolutely amazing. Strong work as usual!

[@warrenalger938]

They turned out pretty sweet, well done !

[@josephsorento1541]

You did an awesome job!!! They look fantastic! Who knew? I would wear these around town , to picnics and events and to an oyster roast party/shindig. Great job!!!

[@AmirhoseinHerandy]

I think the natural colors of the sole looks really cool and match the shoe color really well. Good job!

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you

[@ashpotatoast8023]

Have you ever done work on suede/leather roller or ice skates? I’d love to see the process!

[@niklashbg]

Just WOW! Amazing transformation guys! Love your content 🤩

[@christophergilbert6773]

Wow just started watching your channel loved it love the way you did the bowling shoe and I am starting to go back and watch a lot of the other videos you guys are doing great keep up the great work! Not only am I a watcher but now I am a subscriber

[@GwynneDear]

My father is a retired farrier and watching you guys work is very reminiscent of watching him work. It’s very soothing and lacks the danger of working under a 1000 +/- pound animal.

[@paulsherf7438]

These bowling shoes turned out awesome! Your work is always top notch and speaks volumes towards your integrity and craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing your tips and knowledge concerning the fascinating world of shoe care.

[@istoikiskeptik]

It turned out great! I wish I could send my Clarks blucher in the future. It's made in England and my feet kinda mold in it already. I'm from the Philippines but I'll definitely try it in the future.

[@joekanicki5306]

I enjoyed this a lot and I think you did a terrific job in your selection of colors and materials!

[@Paul_Lane]

Fun shoe upgrade.

[@bradholmsten1863]

I would love to see videos of your clients reactions to the repairs and creations etc

[@TrentonHeath]

Me too!

[@bradholmsten1863]

@@TrentonHeath maybe play some music like Bee Gees staying alive while strutting in bowling shoes. 😁

[@fed8925]

These Look Great!! Heck even I would wear them out in public, might change the laces (thinner lace) but wow these look amazing. The sude where the felt was on whatever show that was on, is usually used for sliding on the lead foot whenever you're approaching the foul line. Still learning how to bowl myself and I might be wrong on some of the terms. Keep these videos coming, appreciate your attention to detail as always.

[@genboomxer]

OK, now I want a pair of these. Really nice conversion.

[@christiandawes6382]

I love watching your videos. The process and how you take the time to explain things. I was yelling to keep the soles as they are, they look so natural. I am so envious of the owner and I hope he wears them on a daily basis.

[@Chris-oc6ge]

Trenton, you did a very good job in turning the Brunswick Bowling Shoe into an every day wearing shoe. Very nice!

[@Keell444]

I know these guys have been doing this a while, but it still amazes me how precise and perfect they are at lining everything up.

[@spazmcgillacutty]

I seriously dig those shoes!

[@jag8901]

Love this idea

[@jennifermalick543]

Looks great. Good job

[@DarkwinterWolf]

I love the look on these, But I would have loved to see them with with the Vibram sole.

[@CarharttCowboy]

I love that you guys never cut corners when repairing shoes. There are a few other cobbler channels on KZbin and one in particular always keeps the old, broken material and reuses it

[@TrentonHeath]

Thank you very much

[@OG_Jack]

Great job, love those shoes!

[@noelsantos7850]

always loved the look of welted sneakers

[@TrentonHeath]

👍

[@CC-hl5zj]

I think they look great and may go look for a pair to fix up and use for fishing in my bass boat!!!!

[@TrentonHeath]

😁