Super Mario Bros Movie Thwomp Stompers

[Dean Corso]

My brother recently requested that I build these for him and luckily I had considered making these years back and had done tons of research and accumulated tons of reference photos. The original boots were based off a pair of Saloman SX41 Ski boots. I was able to get snag a pair off ebay for only $35.

Without further adieu here are some photos to the beginnings of my journey

 

[Dean Corso]

I stripped down the boot and discarded the buckles and straps and dremmeled away the excess plastic

 

[JediMichael]

So funny how the movie wanted to try and explain how things could work in a more realistic way. So instead of the bros really able to jump high, they now need boots....which WERE designed really cool looking.
This is one of those terrible movies that I love because of just how bad it is.
Saw it years ago in the $5 Walmart bin and bought it immediately.

 

[nick daring]

Can't wait.

 

[TB7024]

I am interest in making these myself - nice find on the boots how are they coming along?