Return to Sender
Your trusted shoe repair destination in Bend, Oregon and beyond.
Vibram certified. Jon is certified by Vibram to repair Vibram soles.
The route back to the crag
Fill out a form online, then send your shoes to us in Bend from anywhere in the US. Near Bend, Redmond, Terrebonne, Hood River or Corvallis? Drop your shoes off at a partner shop and pick them up there when they're done.
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Pitch 1
Fill out the form
Tell us what you're sending in and choose your rubber. It takes a couple of minutes.
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Pitch 2
Pack them up
Box up your shoes so they travel safely, wherever in the country you're sending from.
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Pitch 3
Send it
Mail them to us in Bend, or leave them at one of our local drop-off spots.
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Pitch 4
We resole
New half-sole, new rand, seam stitching: whatever your shoes need, done with top-quality rubber. Current turnaround is 3 weeks.
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Anchor
Return to sender
Your shoes ship back to you by priority mail, or wait for local pick-up. Go send.
Do my shoes need a resole?
Flip your shoes over and match what you see. Catch wear before it reaches the rand and you'll save money on the repair.
What you're gonna need
Pick your rubber
Climbing shoe rubbers vary in hardness and in how fast they wear. Generally, the harder the compound, the longer it lasts, but with more hardness comes less sensitivity.
- Vibram XS Grip
- Unparallel RS
- Mad Rock
- Vibram XS Grip 2
- Vibram XS Edge
- Unparallel RH
Finished resoles
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Not just climbing shoes. Approach shoes, boots, Birkenstocks and Chacos too.
Order onlineNeed more reason to choose us?
- Vibram certified
- Jon is Vibram certified to repair Vibram soles, so your boots, approach shoes and climbing shoes with Vibram rubber are in qualified hands.
- Expertise born from adventure
- As an avid climber and mountaineer, Jon brings a wealth of outdoor experience to the art of shoe repair. Your shoes are in the hands of an enthusiast who understands the importance of reliable gear in the great outdoors.
- National reach, local care
- While based in Bend, OR, we proudly serve customers from coast to coast. Fill out one form online and send your shoes from anywhere in the US. No matter where your adventures take you, Return to Sender is your go-to for quality shoe repairs.
- An effortless process
- Just fill out a form online, and we'll take care of the rest. From the moment your shoes arrive to getting them back expertly repaired or resoled, the whole thing is hassle-free.
- Priority shipping
- Time matters. Priority shipping gets your shoes to us quickly, and we get them back to you with the same speed. Local customers can opt for convenient pick-up.
- Quality repairs, every time
- Climbing shoes, approach shoes or any other footwear: we use fine craftsmanship and top-quality materials so your shoes are ready for the next adventure.
The mountain maestro
Jon, the owner-operator of Return to Sender, isn't just passionate about the great outdoors. He's practically married to the mountains.
With a near-lifelong dedication to mountaineering, Jon brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the world of rock climbing. His love for heights extends to rock climbing and backcountry skiing, making him a seasoned adventurer in all kinds of terrain. He's also Vibram certified to repair Vibram soles.
Jon's commitment to the climbing community is unwavering, and he's driven by the belief that every climber deserves reliable, swift shoe repair.
Our mission is simple:
Support the local climbing community.
Drop-off locations
Near one of these shops? Skip the shipping. Leave your shoes at any of these spots around Oregon and we'll take it from there.
- Bend Rock GymBend, ORDirections
- The Circuit Bouldering GymBend, ORDirections
- Mountain SupplyBend, ORDirections
- The Gear FixBend, ORDirections
- The Jug Rock GymRedmond, ORDirections
- Redpoint Climbers SupplyTerrebonne, ORDirections
- Brimstone BouldersHood River, ORDirections
- Valley Rock GymCorvallis, ORDirections
Need more info?
Questions about a repair, the turnaround, or which rubber to pick? Get in touch.
Return to Sender Resoles
20061 Mt. Faith Pl
Bend, OR 97702