I’m a big fan of competent, friendly service. That’s why I feel the need to plug the Crystal Cobbler.

Run by a little old lady in Crystal, Minnesota, that shoe repair shop has always been great for me. One time I needed a leather sandal repaired. A couple years later, one of my goalie pads needed surgery after a skate cut. Just recently, I had to find shoe polish that would match my new shoes. In every instance, I got what I needed quickly, at a fair price, and with a smile.

Long live small business.

(This post is part of the 100/100/100 challenge)