Most sandals are made to last one, maybe two seasons at the most. Birkenstocks, on the other hand, are made to last a long time. Quality materials give Birkenstocks durability hiking and long lasting good looks. The reparability shoes of footwear extends the hiking life of the shoes, shoes making this investment even more sound. With proper care and maintenance you can make your Birkenstocks last for years. Birkenstocks are an investment for your feet. Why do Birkenstocks look wide? They look wider than most shoes because the design follows the natural hiking shape of the foot. Many hoe styles feature a narrow toe area, which not only compresses the toes, but throws the foot out of alignment. The shoes shape of Birkenstocks guides hiking the toes and feet into correct alignment so the weight is evenly distributed and good posture is possible. Will Birkenstocks make my feet spread? shoes shoes will not give your feet a new shape! Feet that have been squeezed into traditional shoes may resume their original natural shape, depending on the flexibility of your feet.

Renew or replace worn soles Prolong the life of your cork sandals hiking 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 shoes 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 hiking retailer to have them repaired or replaced. Use only the original Birkenstock® shoes 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.

©2003 www.boots-hiking.com. All rights reserved.