This product works fine, and does exactly what it is advertised to do- repair shoes.

BUT- plain old silicone seal or "Shoe Goo" would work as well for lighter repairs, and this stuff is expensive.

Also, in order to work well, you need clamping, which is not always available on the trail. A coupel of heavy rocks might do, however.

On the other hand, after it sets, it is very strong, and MUCH longer lasting that other "goos". So, in a large party on a long hike, a tube of this could be a `sole-saver". It will also bring new life to those expensive hiking/walking shoes with the floppy sole.