Your Canadian Resoler
&
Gear Shop
Ontario Resoles was established in 2016 to provide Canadian climbers and boulderers with a local option for high quality resoling and repair of their climbing shoes. We are committed to producing top notch work using modern technology, and we strive to innovate in an industry that has remained unchanged for too long.
We are an authorized La Sportiva and Scarpa Resoler.
OR Gear Co. is the retail side of our business. We have a retail gear shop packed with climbing gear to help you do what you love. Shop in store and get expert advice, or online with fast & cheap shipping.
Everyone at Ontario Resoles has a relentless passion for exploring the world through climbing.
We hope that we can help you pursue that same passion.
Our Promise
We are committed to providing top quality resoles & performance tuning, as well as advice, sales, and service that we can stand behind.
If you are dissatisfied with your shoes we want to know about it. We will repair, under warranty, any shoes that show irregular wear or delamination within 30 days of being returned to you.
Our Vision
Quality
To offer the best quality resoling, repairs, and performance tuning of climbing shoes.
To be your go-to climbing gear shop with excellent advice and customer service.
Social and Environmental Responsibility
To operate with a socially responsible business strategy, and to help preserve the wild outdoor spaces we love by offering a greener alternative to the replacement of worn climbing shoes.
Passion
To employ passionate people, and ensure that their employment fuels rather than stifles their passion.
The Team
Mike Doody
Owner, Head Resoler
He is the driving force of our mission to continually provide the best quality possible. With a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, he left a comfy corporate nine-to-five, and started Ontario Resoles in his garage, combining craftsmanship with a technical approach to climbing shoe resoling. His engineering knowledge guides the process that produces our outstanding resoles, repairs, and performance enhancements.
Favourite Shoes: Chimera, TC Pro
Climbing Since: 2013
Fun Facts: Used to do competitive motorcycle roadracing. Appreciates a good Tricam placement, and the occasional squeeze chimney.
Alan Tom
Climbing Shoe Resole & Repair Technician
Resole Operations Manager
He joined the team as an apprentice late 2019 and is producing top quality work; a master of his craft. Alan brings passion and enthusiasm to the team, with a depth of experience in the climbing industry with route setting, photography, and training.
Favourite Shoes: Scarpa Mago, Butora Acro, Instinct S
Climbing Since: 2010
Fun Facts: Can drop knee over the shoulders. Eats crimps for breakfast. Can’t dyno v1.
Evelynn Laine
Social Media Manager
Evelynn joined the team in 2025, bringing fresh creativity through her expertise in social media and content creation. Tune in weekly for her How-To tutorials, highlight reels, and updates on the @ontarioresoles and @orgearco social channels.
Favourite Shoes: Scarpa Drago LV, Scarpa Vapor Lace Womens
Climbing Since: 2020
Fun Facts: Loves her cat, Steve. Doesn’t hold a pencil correctly. Got engaged at the Niagara Glen.
Na Yan Wu
Climbing Shoe Resole & Repair Technician
Favourite Shoes: Had a few flings but still in search of the one
Climbing Since: 2020