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GB Leathers. SIDI resoling and leather alterations
by Galerie » Zx14r forum
Did a great job on my jacket.
GB Leathers. SIDI resoling and leather alterations
by Stirling » zx14r Forum
Thought I’d just let everyone know about this couple Bernard Woolmer and Gail Willoughby ( GB Leathers ) they have been mentioned a few times on other topics and I know Galerie has had a good experience with repairs to leathers.
On top of this they have recently started resoling Sidi boots as well. I stumbled across him with a recommendation from my local dealer. All I had to do was get the boots to him I just dropped them off but he has his own courier to collect and drop back afterwards if need be.
Bernard takes care of it all he even supplies the correct Sidi soles to correspond to the correct boot. This guy is a perfectionist he’s even contacted Sidi to use the correct adhesive etc.etc.
Apart from being a top bloke as you can see from the photos he does a blinding job. They were just an old pair that were sitting at the back of the garage so I thought I’d let him loose on them first, but after seeing the job he did I’ve dropped my other Sidi ST’s off to him today with no qualms.
I was so happy with the job he did I said I would let you guys on here know about him.I know he has been in contact with Simon about a discount for the forum but he’s trying to get the prices down with his suppliers first.
Anyway I’ve done what I’ve said I would, Give the guy a try if you need this service you’ll be well happy with the results.
Peter Grub Sidi boot resole >
Subject: Re: Boot Repair
Hi
Just wanted to thank you for repairing my Sidi Vertigo boots. Really impressed with the way you repaired the soles of my 42,000 mile pair of boots with the soles hanging off and made them like new again and ready for another 2 years of daily commuting! Much more cost effective than buying a new pair of boots!
See you soon
Kind Regards,
Pete
Toe Slider replacement from: Julian Grubb
Subject: repair of toe slider fitment on Sidi Motorcycle Boot – Julian Grubb
Hello Bernard
I got the boot back today, the repair looks perfect, thank you for doing the
job so swiftly. I’ve looked at your website but cannot see how I can enter a
testimonial directly onto it so I hope you can insert the below text as a
testimonial?
From Julian Grubb, Solihull, West Midlands
When coming off my ‘bike on a trackday at Cadwell Park in September 2013 I
got one of my feet trapped and a toe slider was ripped off my Sidi boot. The
tapped studs to which the sliders are screwed were yanked out also. I tried
a few motorcycling clothing retailers who stocked Sidi but none were able to
help. An internet search threw up Bernard’s details; I noted that he
specialised in sole and zip replacements but I thought it was worth trying
him out for the repair I needed. I had photographed the damaged portion of
the boot and sent Bernard an image. He ‘phoned me within a couple of days
and discussed options; Bernard was reluctant to ask me to send the boot to
him until he could get the replacement studs. When he received them from his
supplier he ‘phoned me again and I sent the boot to him. The repair was
completed swiftly for a very modest fee and I am delighted with the result.
The boot is back to proper condition and hopefully will give me many more
years of service. Bernard has a very ‘can do’ attitude and I would recommend
his company unreservedly. Good motorcycle boots are expensive and it is
comforting to know that there is a specialist repairer available out there
who can tackle most of the repair challenges that bikers will face with
their boots.
Regards
Julian Grubb
Facebook Reviews:
Alistair J HArrison: “New zip in my leather trousers and a few patches on my leather waistcoat.
First class service by Gail. Thoroughly recommended.
Will be back when I have more patches for my waistcoat.”
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Mark McNair “10 year old Sidi boots resoled recently. Brilliant job. They almost look like new. Highly recommended.”
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Damian Hughes “So Bernard took my 15 year old boots to resole them. Used original Alpinestar soles although mine were obsolete so had to use the next best ones and make them fit.
I have just done a 1000 miles in them this weekend and they feel like new.
Many thanks Bernard what an incredible job!”
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Adam Treacher: “Re soled my Alpinestars supertech R’s. Happy with the results and a good turn around. Really useful service, anyone that’s run supertechs will know the soles are made out of feta cheese and the boots generally considered ‘unserviceable’ which is bad for the price of the boot new. This has meant I can carry on using them 👍
Thanks very much.”
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Phil O’Donoghue: “As we all know a good pair of boots are near on impossible to replace, and breaking in a new pair is both expensive and uncomfortable, sent my sidi gortex boots to GB bike leather repairers to be resoled,the job they have done is fantastic, they feel just the same, like gloves.would definitely recommend this service to anybody.
Thanks Bernard great job”
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Lyn Cross: “Had new zip put in my jacket, two pairs of gloves repaired and a new zip in one of my boots. Quick, efficient and friendly service and a fantastic job. I’m very happy”
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Lee Copplestone: “Sent of my sidi boots for a re-sole very happy with the job. Excellent communication and first class work would recommend.”
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Nicky Cocklin: “Recently had repairs to leathers and textile motorcycle suits. Excellent quality work and excellent service. Would thoroughly recommend this company. Thank you.”
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Pat Higgins: “Gail what a lady , totally made a fantastic job of my race suit to fit me perfectly to ride in position , quality seamstress work not mention price!
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Gus Kennedy: “Great job taking in my bike jacket, I’ve lost about 4 1/2 stone and Gail has done a terrific job and stitch work looks like it was when new! Would recommend anyone to go to GB Leathers and ask Gail to give you a quote, you will not be disappointed! 🤟”
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Nigel Thomas: “Just picked up 2 sets of leathers for the weekend at Caldwell park quick service many thanks”
Testimonials sent via text:
Bill: “Top work, thank you, will recommend…” (repair of leather trousers)
Michael: “Sincere thanks for the excellent service you provide.” (Track day zips in jackets and trousers)
Wendy: “Jeans are perfect, thanks” (Black jeans alteration)
Steve “Hi Gail. Just saying many thanks for the jacket repair. Top job! I will certainly recommend you to others, all the best, Steve” (Jacket repair)
Chris “A really nice job Gail, Many thanks” (Waistcoat patches)
Bobby “HI Gail, just wanted to say a massive, massive thank you for making my leathers feel so great… Once again thank you so much my leathers have felt better than ever”