A replacement outer sole and method for converting a non-spiked dress or sport
shoe to a spiked shoe. The replacement outer sole includes an outer sole that supports
a plurality of surface gripping devices in an outer periphery thereof. The replacement
outer sole is coupled to the upper portion of a flat-soled shoe, converting the
non-spiked shoe to a sports shoe having a surface gripping device such as cleats
or spikes generally used for walking, running golfing or other activities.