---
product_id: 1220149
title: "Vibram # 1253 Lug Half Sole 47/48 Men's Pair"
brand: "vibram"
price: "KSh5701"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Vibram"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/1220149-vibram-1253-lug-half-sole-47-48-mens-pair
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Half sole replacement for extended shoe life Enhanced traction for snow & ice conditions Easy DIY installation with solvent-based cement Vibram # 1253 Lug Half Sole 47/48 Men's Pair

**Brand:** vibram
**Price:** KSh5701
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Step up your sole game — never slip, always stylish.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vibram # 1253 Lug Half Sole 47/48 Men's Pair by vibram
- **How much does it cost?** KSh5701 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/1220149-vibram-1253-lug-half-sole-47-48-mens-pair)

## Best For

- vibram enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vibram brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Weather Grip:** Lug sole design delivers superior traction on wet, dry, and icy surfaces
- • **DIY Friendly Repair:** Step-by-step installation with solvent cement and clamps for a professional finish
- • **Precision Fit & Trim:** Customizable half sole fits perfectly with simple trimming tools
- • **Durable Vibram Rubber:** Premium rubber sole engineered for rugged wear and tear
- • **Pain-Relief Arch Support:** Low arch design provides comfort and corrective support for all-day wear

## Overview

The Vibram #1253 Lug Half Sole is a premium rubber replacement sole designed for men's boots (size 47/48 EU). Engineered for durability and enhanced traction, it excels in snow, ice, and wet conditions. Easy to install with solvent-based cement and trimming tools, it offers low arch support and pain relief, extending the life and comfort of your footwear while maintaining a rugged, professional look.

## Description

Half Sole Replacement;Shoe Repair;Rubber Sole;10 iron;Use with Vibram #3359 Lug Heel Lift

Review: As advertised and EZ to install. - The 1/2 Vibram #1235 lug soles were purchased and installed to a new pair of 10 1/2 cowboy boots that came with a traditional walking heel and sole minimally grooved and suitable for dry/ wet conditions only. Given that these new boots were to be worn in snow and ice conditions, a lug sole was the option for added traction. Installation: I traced the outline of the boot sole to the Vibram lug sole leaving only about 1/16 surplus. The soles were trimmed with an X-acto #11 blade before gluing. Trimming was done from the solid surface down thru to the the lug sections and patience with cutting small depths at a time resulted in a very good initial trim fit. The trimming took about 10/15 minutes per sole. Solvent based contact cement was applied to both surfaces and allowed to dry. Wax paper was used between the dry glue surfaces to allow for proper alignment leaving an equal amount material for final trim. To get a good bond with the contact cement I put the boots on and "stepped" them to the best possible contact area. Small spring type clamps (not baggie clips) were applied to the perimeter of the sole to insure good edge bonding. You do not want edge gaps so use the spring type clamps. Final trim was accomplished on a bench sander after 24 hours of dry time insuring a complete bond. I suspect the #11 X-acto blade could have also completed the final trim too, but the bench sander took far less time. The resoled boots have been worn every day for many weeks in snow, ice, dry and wet conditions with zero sign of the soles delaminating. As stated, the soles are as advertised, installed easily with the correct cement, edge clamps and trim tools. I will now resole a pair of dress boots whose soles have gone to a better place using the Vibram dress shoe sole. Update: 6.10.15 Wore these boots thru midwest winter and worst the wet spring had to offer; the soles remain perfectly bonded. The dress boots were resoled with the dress Vibram sole and dittos for installation and bonding.
Review: Good quality sole, but needs to be stitched on properly - This sole might be a good replacement but it needs to be tacked, stitched and trimmed. I don't have the proper tools to repair my work shoes with this sole. All purpose cement isn't enough to hold these soles on.

## Features

- Half Sole Replacement
- Shoe Repair
- Rubber Sole
- 10 iron

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00A0BGED6 |
| Arch Type | Low Arch |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,275,388 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ( See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry ) #605 in Men's Sports Compression Socks |
| Brand | Vibram |
| Brand Name | Vibram |
| Color | Black |
| Corrective Support | arch support |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 100 Reviews |
| Insole Type | Cushioned Insole |
| Item Form | Pad |
| Item Weight | 0.27 g |
| Material | Leather , Rubber |
| Material Type | Leather, Rubber |
| Model Name | 1253 |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Heel Lift |
| Product Benefits | Pain Relief |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Shoe |
| Shoe Width | 3 inches |
| Size | 1/2 (47/48 EU) |
| Target Use Body Part | Foot |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Use for | Foot |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Vibram
- **Color:** Black
- **Material:** Leather, Rubber
- **Product Benefits:** Pain Relief
- **Use for:** Foot

## Images

![Vibram # 1253 Lug Half Sole 47/48 Men's Pair - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41b3E9UVy7L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How thick are these?**
A: Exactly .20  (two tenths) of an inch to the top of the treads. If you have a belt sander to grind the edges exactly to the profile of the old soles, you can't even see the repair.  It's a long wearing material too.Cheers!

**Q: What size is it?**
A: It is very large. I made a template and cut it to size.

**Q: Will these work for a size 7 wolverine 1000 mile boot?**
A: Yes1. glue in place2. dry3. trim excessI used these to repair size 10 boots

**Q: Do these help as non slip soles? I work as a bartender and the floors are always wet.**
A: Most vibram soles like like these lug soles  have an anti slip and oil resistant quality (there’s a difference), so I try to stick with vibram lugs.  You can read about that on their web site. I use these on all of my riding boots with leather soles (motorcycle) to avoid slipping on slippery streets. They make a big difference in confidence when I put my feet down on a wet or oily road. I haven’t slipped yet and I can feel the difference between these vibram soles and my other boots w regular rubber or crepe.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As advertised and EZ to install.
*by P***1 on February 22, 2015*

The 1/2 Vibram #1235 lug soles were purchased and installed to a new pair of 10 1/2 cowboy boots that came with a traditional walking heel and sole minimally grooved and suitable for dry/ wet conditions only. Given that these new boots were to be worn in snow and ice conditions, a lug sole was the option for added traction. Installation: I traced the outline of the boot sole to the Vibram lug sole leaving only about 1/16 surplus. The soles were trimmed with an X-acto #11 blade before gluing. Trimming was done from the solid surface down thru to the the lug sections and patience with cutting small depths at a time resulted in a very good initial trim fit. The trimming took about 10/15 minutes per sole. Solvent based contact cement was applied to both surfaces and allowed to dry. Wax paper was used between the dry glue surfaces to allow for proper alignment leaving an equal amount material for final trim. To get a good bond with the contact cement I put the boots on and "stepped" them to the best possible contact area. Small spring type clamps (not baggie clips) were applied to the perimeter of the sole to insure good edge bonding. You do not want edge gaps so use the spring type clamps. Final trim was accomplished on a bench sander after 24 hours of dry time insuring a complete bond. I suspect the #11 X-acto blade could have also completed the final trim too, but the bench sander took far less time. The resoled boots have been worn every day for many weeks in snow, ice, dry and wet conditions with zero sign of the soles delaminating. As stated, the soles are as advertised, installed easily with the correct cement, edge clamps and trim tools. I will now resole a pair of dress boots whose soles have gone to a better place using the Vibram dress shoe sole. Update: 6.10.15 Wore these boots thru midwest winter and worst the wet spring had to offer; the soles remain perfectly bonded. The dress boots were resoled with the dress Vibram sole and dittos for installation and bonding.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Good quality sole, but needs to be stitched on properly
*by J***S on January 3, 2021*

This sole might be a good replacement but it needs to be tacked, stitched and trimmed. I don't have the proper tools to repair my work shoes with this sole. All purpose cement isn't enough to hold these soles on.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does the job
*by R***. on August 19, 2013*

I have size 10 1/2 boots and they are plenty big enough. A little thin, but it's still better than the soles I had on my boot when I repaired them. You will haft to trim them down once there glued. I used Shoe Goo glue, works very good and it's sold on Amazon.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Vibram # 1253 Lug Half Sole 47/48 Men's Pair
- Vibram # 3359 Lug Heel Lift 12 Iron (Size 40)
- Barge 50-2128 All Purpose Cement, 2 oz, Neutral

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*Last updated: 2026-08-24*