safetyshoes

Do these shoes mold to my feet? The Birkenstock footbed is made of resilient cork and latex that is precisly molded to create the best possible enviroment for your feet. As you wear them, they actually adapt to your feet-and vice versa-which means that the more time you spend in Birkenstocks the more comfortable they become. Why do the straps feel so loose? Shouln''t they be tighter? Birkenstocks are meant to be worn loosely. Support comes from the footbed not tightly secured straps. Wearing them loosly allows your feet to move naturally. It also improves circulation. Backstraps worn to tightly push the feet forward, preventing them from resting naturally in the footbeds. Why do the soles feel so firm? Is there a break in period? Some people find Birkenstocks immediately safetyshoes comfortable. For others, it takes a few hours a day for a week or two to break them in. Although the shoes may feel ridgid at times, remember that the firm support is essential for the orthotic benifits of Birkenstocks. They will become more flexible with wear. The uppers will become more supple and the footbeds will adjust slightly to your feet. If your feet are unaccustomed to the contour footbed, start gradually. Wear your Birkenstocks no more than 1-2 hours a day for 7-14 days.

Do these shoes mold to my feet? The Birkenstock footbed is made of resilient cork and latex that is precisly molded to create the best possible enviroment for your feet. As you wear them, they actually adapt to your feet-and vice versa-which means that the more time you spend in Birkenstocks the more comfortable they become. Why do the straps feel so loose? Shouln''t they be tighter? Birkenstocks are meant to be worn loosely. Support comes from the footbed not tightly secured straps. Wearing them loosly allows your feet to move naturally. It also improves circulation. Backstraps worn to tightly push the feet forward, preventing them from resting naturally in the footbeds. Why do the soles feel so firm? Is there a break in period? Some people find Birkenstocks immediately safetyshoes comfortable. For others, it takes a few hours a day for a week or two to break them in. Although the shoes may feel ridgid at times, remember that the firm support is essential for the orthotic benifits of Birkenstocks. They will become more flexible with wear. The uppers will become more supple and the footbeds will adjust slightly to your feet. If your feet are unaccustomed to the contour footbed, start gradually. Wear your Birkenstocks no more than 1-2 hours a day for 7-14 days.

Renew or replace worn soles Prolong the life of your cork sandals with heel and toe repairs. This should be done when the soles have been worn down to about 1/4 inch. When the soles are worn more than this, the soles can be replaced. If your soles tend to wear unevenly,repair them promptly to ensure that your feet will remain correctly balanced. Use only the original Birkenstock® repair materials. When the soles show signs of heavy wear, contact your Birkenstock retailer to have them repaired or replaced. Use only the original Birkenstock® repair materials. The inner cork footbed is also replaceable. Care for Birki and Clogs When the polyurethane (PU) sole gets dirty, just hose it off! If you take them into saltwater, be sure to squirt them with fresh water right away to avoid corrosion. We are proud of the services we offer and the products we sell.... So are these Birkenstock Store Customers! Birkenstocks were a household name throughout,lost a little of their footing in the 80’s when conspicuous consumption was the norm, then trotted back into prominence in the 90’s.They remain as popular as ever, hugging the soles of hippies, granolas, and people who just like the feel of the wind through their toes.