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Can Birkenstock Footbeds Be Replaced?
Yes. Birkenstock footbeds can be replaced — and doing so can make an old pair feel brand new. This is one of the most common questions we get, and the answer surprises a lot of people. Birkenstock manufactures replacement footbeds as genuine parts, which means a skilled cobbler can swap out a worn footbed and restore the full support and comfort the shoe was designed to provide. What is the footbed, exactly? The Birkenstock footbed is the heart of the shoe. It's the contoured insole made of cork and latex... Read more...
How Do I Know If My Birkenstocks Are Worth Repairing?
You've worn your Birkenstocks for years. The footbed has the perfect imprint of your foot. The straps have broken in just right. But the soles are cracked, the cork is crumbling, and a friend told you to just buy a new pair. Before you do — read this. In most cases, Birkenstocks are absolutely worth repairing. Here's how to know for sure. The footbed is the most important factor The footbed is what makes Birkenstocks special. That contoured cork and latex base molds to your foot over time and becomes... Read more...