Varsity Shoe Sell & Repair shop interior with shoes and repair equipment in Point Grey, Vancouver
4.9 stars from 132 reviews

Your Shoes, Better Than New

Expert resoling, heel replacement, and stitching in Point Grey. Hiking boots, dress shoes, Birkenstocks, and more. Same shop, same craftsman, since 2009.

17 yrson West 10th Avenue
3-5 daystypical turnaround
Tue-Sat9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Services

From a worn-out sole to a full restoration. Bring in any shoe and we will tell you what is possible.

Resoling

Full sole replacement for hiking boots, dress shoes, and sneakers. We use Vibram and original-style soles. Your boots get a second life.

from $45

Heel Replacement

Worn or broken heels replaced with matching hardware. Rubber, leather, and stacked heel options for any shoe type.

from $25

Stitching & Repair

Torn seams restitched, holes patched, and uppers repaired. We fix what other shops say cannot be fixed.

from $20

Birkenstock Resoling

Official Birkenstock replacement soles and footbeds. Keep the cork bed you already broke in, just get a fresh sole.

from $50

Footwear Sales

New shoes, shoe care products, polishes, laces, insoles, and accessories. Everything to keep your shoes in top condition.

In store

Cleaning & Polishing

Deep cleaning, conditioning, and polishing for leather shoes and boots. Restore colour and protect the leather for years more wear.

from $20

What Customers Say

132 reviews on Google. Almost all five stars.

★★★★★

Resoled my Zamberlans and Birkenstocks

"I needed to resole my Zamberlan shoes. Sent both the Zamberlans and a pair of Birkenstocks to be resoled. They both came back looking and feeling better than new."

Robert Mayhew

★★★★★

Brand new second life

"Great place and service. Lately I brought hiking shoes with very tired soles. I now have brand new shoes that have a second life. Thanks a lot!"

Michel Duran

★★★★★

Better than when I bought them

"I brought my shoes in for repair, and I couldn't be happier with the results. They fixed them so well that they actually look and feel better than when I bought them."

Mahdi Kabir Baik

How It Works

Three steps between you and shoes that last another year.

Bring Them In

Walk in with your shoes during open hours. No appointment needed. We will inspect them and tell you what can be done and what it will cost.

We Do The Work

Most repairs take 3 to 5 days. Resoling and major repairs may take up to a week. You will know the timeline before you leave.

Pick Up & Wear

Try them on at pickup. If anything is not right, we fix it before you leave. Pay in store by card or cash.

Questions

How much does resoling cost?

Resoling starts at $45 for standard shoes and boots. The final price depends on the sole type and shoe construction. We give you a quote before starting any work.

How long does a repair take?

Most repairs take 3 to 5 days. Resoling and major reconstruction may take up to a week. We will tell you the exact timeline when you drop off.

Can you resole Birkenstocks?

Yes. We use official Birkenstock replacement soles and footbeds. You keep the cork footbed you already broke in, and we attach a fresh sole.

Do you sell new shoes?

Yes, we carry a selection of footwear along with shoe care products, polishes, laces, insoles, and accessories. Come in to see what is in stock.

Do I need an appointment?

No appointment needed. Walk in during open hours, Tuesday through Saturday. We are closed Sundays and Mondays.

Can you fix shoes that another shop damaged?

Yes. We regularly take on repairs that other shops declined or botched. Bring the shoes in and we will assess what can be done.

Visit the Shop

Varsity Shoe Sell & Repair

4519 W 10th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6R 2J2

Point Grey, near UBC

Phone: 604-224-3615

Email: varsityshoe@gmail.com

Hours

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • SundayClosed
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Bring Your Shoes In

Walk in Tuesday through Saturday. No appointment needed.

Tue-Fri: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Sat: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Sun-Mon: Closed

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