Boots are made to be worn and with that wear there are some expected repairs. When small issues related to wear occur, HELM recommends taking your HELM to a trusted cobbler who can aid you. If an issue - big or small - occurs within the first two months of ownership, please contact HELM at contact@helmboots.com and let us know so HELM can assess whether it is a wear-related issue or a quality control issue. Please tell HELM the date of purchase and attach a picture of the issue.