Why is the Birkenstocks Arizona SO Popular? (part 1)

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[@ropro9817]

Wait, wait, wait... repairable foot wear? In 2022??? I've always found Birkenstocks fugly, but I may have to look into them...

[@himat4]

What’s the name of the opening song?

[@kingsleypascal5092]

@@ropro9817 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZjPmoSNoZVjras

[@neptunevibe]

No offense man but I would never use such abominations. Only a redneck without taste could buy those. These and Crocs. Horrid.

[@slimnics]

I pay youtube so I dont have to watch adverts!

[@edgarcardiel157]

As a cobbler, we rely alot on these. People almost entirely rely on unrepairable shoes so these help shops alot

[@blitzinghalo1516]

I’m curious, as a cobbler, do you create shoes or just repair them or even custom existing ones?

[@blitzinghalo1516]

I’m looking for someone that actually MAKES them

[@SicKSKITSO]

Seen your movie with adam sandler so cool you can turn into people with your magic machine

[@kevinorr6880]

“A lot” is two words.

[@richeyrich2203]

What are your 10 favorite brand and model shoes for people to buy, where and love which are repairable and can keep cobblers in business?

[@tolohuexochitl3]

I really respect Birkenstock for not using Amazon and for keeping their production in Germany where they can maintain their standards and buck the trend of making their money off of very low paid workers abroad. I hope they never give in!

[@couchsofa2977]

check out how badly they treat their employees.

[@jantwehncke1528]

@@couchsofa2977 exactly, as a German familiar with their history these international comment sections are always rough to read - Birkenstock is far, far away from a good company.

[@trevorsebastian1341]

I just bought my black pair from amazon, lmao

[@couchsofa2977]

@@trevorsebastian1341 some people buy from companies that pay fair, others do not. many selfish people or fools buy from Amazon.

[@chantzgaming]

I worked in Amazon returns and Birkenstocks were one of the most returned shoes I received.

[@lpi223]

I wore Birkenstocks for 15 hours during a Disneyland trip. At the end, I was the only one still walking normal compared to others in my family. Love them!

[@AriaLouisa]

I recently bought a pair of Arizonas and I gotta say, I am extremely happy with this purchase. I think they make a lot of my summer outfits look better, and I like the idea of investing in an item that will shape to me overtime and not break within a few weeks.

[@gabriellawaldi]

I've had mine for over 15 years, I use them - as it is custom in Germany - as house shoes. I wear otherwise barefoot shoes, but coming home and wearing my Birkenstocks is like walking on a cloud!! So relaxing...

[@thanielxj11]

Birkenstocks also makes clogs for working in a kitchen or hospital. When I was a cook I loved my Birkenstock clogs. I think they were made out of some sort of waterproof polymer that was super tough and had a slip resistant tread. But I could take the insoles out and run them through the dishwasher at home to get them clean again after a 16 HR shift

[@soandysirable]

you could run them through the dishwasher!!!!!!! that's amazing!!!!

[@GameChanger-xi4iy]

Damn 16 hour shifts !!

[@1945cudillero]

I love my Birkenstock ! I am 77 years old , and feel that I walk better and more sure than with other shoes, and they are eternal !! Have them for several years and they look like new! Thank’s Birkenstock!! You are the best for my feet and my body❤❤❤

[@eviem70]

Crocs person here, but I got my first two pairs of Birkenstocks recently and I cannot tell you enough how much I love them. I got the soft footbed suede leather and the Milano oiled leather. They are awesome and so very well made! Your video is amazingly informative. Thank you!! 😊

[@alexandria3583]

these and my dr martens are the most expensive shoes i own but i love them SO MUCH. definitely worth it for me. before i got my birkenstocks i would buy a new pair of sandals like every two years because they'd break or i felt like the style didn't suit me anymore, but i haven't even thought of any other shoes for the summer now that i have them. i have the arizona style in mocha. the blisters in the breaking in period were tough though. oddly enough i didn't have that problem with my dr martens

[@adamcunningham6847]

whats you secret...lol...my docs were a big footache..lol

[@paigechinaski7660]

I have a lot of different pairs. My advice to avoid the foot torture is to wear them throughout the day for short periods of time or wear them with thick socks around the house at first- though the oils of your skin will definitely help to soften them up.

[@tammyen]

My feet are super weird, like so insanely wide that I'd have to buy 6 sizes up to have a shoe wide enough for my feet. My Birkenstocks took a whole year to break in, using these same techniques 🙄 but luckily 4 years later they're my favorite shoes

[@rodrigoandrescoloane]

Nah I use one for a month...my feet hurt, my feet is molding into the shoe instead of the shoe into the feet....I think these are expensive due to their quality material and durability, but they are NOT comfortable shoes, you gotta use them a lot to get used to them, and that for me, is a no no.😊

[@AdventureOtaku]

One thing that was mentioned is the glue that holds all the layers together. For instance the glue that holds your resolve on the sandal. Historically, the glues that hold shoes together are the most environmentally impactful part of the shoe. I found nothing on their website, so this is another reason that third party certification would be nice.

[@FutureProofTV]

Totally! More transparency all around would really be the icing on the cake when it comes to this brand 😀

[@lizbecker1677]

Well, if they're good enough for Jason Momoa, they're good enough for me! I love my Birkenstock Arizona's, and I get very attached to them. They last forever and are so worth the cost. I didn't know you could get them repaired, so now I'm looking forward to keeping my current pair for the rest of my life.

[@wolf_ceit_witch]

The first pair of Birkenstocks that I bought was when I was in Germany in 1985. Crazy note, I got them in a pharmacy! I think I paid about $20 for them.

[@taylorclay2122]

I had the same pair of Birkenstock clogs for OVER A DECADE and only got rid of them because my feet no longer fit in them after I had my son. The shoes went to a friend of mine though so I know they are still getting worn. When I became pregnant with my son I lived in my Birkenstock sandals that I got towards the middle of my pregnancy. They are still my favorite shoes

[@mehdi4704]

Birkenstock being bought by LVMH could likely be terrible for upholding the brands current ethics, quality, etc. The teardown of their boots was hugely disappointing, but hopefully they don't go down that road with their sandals

[@datmesay]

If there’s one thing lvmh is caring abt it’s quality.

[@jojoenathan]

@@datmesay lol they dont nowadays after getting away with producing low quality trendy items. Believe me gucci bag now vs 2013 ish have less quality than newer ones

[@RoverTheDog1]

That's possible however lvmh seems to keep production mostly the same when they buy a company, for example Tag Heuer watches are still made in Switzerland, Gucci is still made in Italy, etc. However the quality on those items after lvmh bought them is debatable

[@3ZN357]

@@jojoenathan there must be more room for nuance. Louis Vuitton still makes world class canvas leather goods and Moët still tastes like pure heaven. Gucci is affiliated with the Kering group, who are a pedophile empire and the direct competitor to lvmh. Gucci quality is going down because the Kering group is fucking trash elitist predator clothing.

[@BigBearBloo]

I’ve got about 35 years wearing Arizona birks. Never had any pain. Only about 3 days from purchase to completely break them in (no pain, just kinda stiff to perfectly molded to my feet). Also, never repaired any of them. Each pair last 4 to 8 years. Maybe I’ll look into repairing current ones, but getting a new pristine pair is such a treat!

[@adamgriss2025]

I’ve been wearing Birkenstocks for over thirty years, and I still wear my Bostons to work and my Zurichs for weekends. So, to say I’m a loyal customer is an understatement!

[@RambutanLaw]

I stayed in a country where cobblers are relatively common. Back in pre-cvoid era, the street side cobbler would repairs any type of shoes brought to them. They extend the life of shoes with a small fees. Nowadays I have move on to a remote work environment and rarely goes to business districts. Hope they are doing okay.

[@ablueslenz]

I trekked around Berkeley and San Francisco last week in a pair of big buckle Arizonas. I even marched in them. These shoes are godly.

[@samshepherd26]

I'm a Crocs guy but you've seriously got me considering a pair of birks for more formal gatherings.

[@youngwolflucian]

For more formal gatherings 🤣🤣🤣

[@datmesay]

@@youngwolflucian 🤣

[@68Tboy]

@ Sam Shepherd Just buy a pair of black Crocs. Black is always more formal😂😂😂

[@ZaneDargaty]

I used to wear Crocs all the time. Then switched to the EVA version of the Arizona. Now I only wear Crocs when I need protection over my toes.

[@memesnimarc]

"more formal" 😂😂

[@irisolympia]

i thought my birkenstocks (which i've had for around 7 years) were on their last legs but it's really good to know that they are so easily reparable!

[@suzannetaylor6285]

I have multiple pairs of Birkenstocks in a few different styles, the oldest is about 5 years old… I cannot wear any other shoe, nor do I want to! They may not look like much but they go with everywhere and look adorable! I have planters fasciitis that flares up from time to time.. especially barefoot .. so a pair of Birkenstocks are typically on my feet.. whether the sandal or my Boston clogs.. even my slippers are Birkenstocks! They are worth the investment… an easy grab and go and works with anything you wear or anywhere you need to go.

[@jehan8860]

My dad wore Birks almost exclusively, and so I also started wearing them as a teenager (in the early nineties). I just got a new pair after years of not owning a pair, and got a pair for my 13 year old daughter, who loves them! A fun family tradition, I suppose.

I'm amazed to know how long theses shoes have been around: I saw them first in the late 80's wore by tourist, and then I saw them so comfortables and "real" I really wanted them

[@Pie1183Games]

I jumped on the bandwagon 5 years ago and they’re still kicking strong! Worn them hiking, cutting the lawn, in rain and snow.

[@FutureProofTV]

Wow, that's awesome they've lasted you so long. They truly are all-weather 😅

[@nateb9768]

Hey Levi. You should do a video on Citizen. They’re one of three Japanese heavyweight watch manufacturers. Their Eco drive technology is really cool since it’s basically powered by light. I’ve talked to owners of Citizens who have had their watches for years without any issues. Definitely better than changing a normal battery every few years!

[@Nelson_A76]

Birkenstock worth it. That's it. It is love at first sight and wear. Also, until the leather breaks, some blisters are allowed. Ich liebe meine Birkenstock Sandalen! Tschüss!

[@FutureProofTV]

Hahaha yeah definitely a fair tradeoff for the comfort afterwards, right?

[@dvdemon187]

I've bought countless pairs of off-brand Birkenstock Arizonas from Deichmann and Reno here in Germany over the last two decades and didn't even know anything about that Birkenstock craze. They were simply the most comfy sandals I could find. Period.

[@dvdemon187]

Alright, alright. I'm getting a pair. Or Two.

[@christianturner7598]

What has your period got to do with your footwear

[@mjh1]

While I love Birkenstocks myself you should consider exploring the types of leather available within the fashion industry. There is a big difference between "genuine leather" and "full grain leather", both of which Birkenstock (and many other brands) uses in their products. This point would further explore the environmental and sustainability side of this topic. Great video as always!

[@JonathanShidler]

💯

[@kuhvacako]

All genuine leather means is it’s not pleather or bonded leather.

[@CleverSmart123]

I love my Birkenstocks, but I would have liked if you could have touched on negative subjects like the undermining of unions and labour laws by Birkenstock until 1997 and that there wasn’t equal pay for women until 2012 as they were earning one euro less per hour. Today Birkenstock is part of the luxury conglomerate LMVH and it will be interesting what direction the company will take.

[@FutureProofTV]

This is a great point! Thanks for sharing this because we do miss stuff like this sometimes. We actually have a whole video coming about the acquisition and our thoughts on it so stay tuned for that.

[@zaharizahariev]

10x. for the info.Once it’s bought by a corp it’s the shareholders profiteering and quality goes downhill.

[@Josukegaming]

After your previous Birkenstock videos, it convinced me to take the plunge and I'm now absolutely in love with my Arizonas! I got the same color you have and man it changed everything about how I think about footwear

[@FutureProofTV]

That's great to hear, Jakob! Glad you're enjoying them 😁

[@tushardhody8609]

Hey What colorway is it ?

[@kvol1668]

I have planar fasciitis from an ongoing and recurring work injury. The Arizona is the only thing that makes it possible for me to walk.

[@ChillnwithMojo]

My girlfriend just got me a pair of Birkenstocks sandals. They are not just a style they are an investment. Sandals that you can take back to Birkenstocks and they will repair them better than any run-of-the-mill sandal you'll get out there.

[@eugemaifa]

Talking about leather things, I don't know about the rest of the world but in my country is SO hard to find a natural leather urban/city backpack, all they sell are vegan leather ones and tbh I'm really done about purchasing a new bag every three years because vegan leather is imposible to repair.

[@justynawisniewska1213]

Where do you live? There's plenty of manufacturers making leather bags and backpacks here in Poland but you need to take into account that real leather bags can often times be kind of heavy. So best if you see it in person especially if you're after a rather large one.

[@eugemaifa]

@@justynawisniewska1213 I live in Paraguay, we have leather things like belts and shoes. But actually functional small polish updated if you will backpacks like for everyday, as we see a buch of them on the vegan version, we don't actually have many to choose. I can honestly count two local brands and both of them just focused on aesthetics rather than everyday use and functionallity

[@justynawisniewska1213]

@@eugemaifa Ah man I don't think brands from here ship that far.

[@martacosta3975]

Although I had my doubts about the sustainability of Birkenstocks I decided to purchase a pair recently (on the attempt of being more frugal and minimalist). Unfortunately, I couldn't afford the vegan option so It was with great pleasure that I found this video a week later showing me that on of the components its cork from my country (you can't win everytime) 💚 Great video and channel

[@33Jenesis]

One of my ex BFs has one pair of Arizona and one pair of Boston, both in white leather. He has the outsole replaced a few times over the decades. They are still going strong today. I often wonder why Birkenstock charges so much. They probably don’t have repeat buying because the shoes are very easy to repair and renew. I have a pair of Boston. I like them a lot with wool socks.

[@Dr.Rosun17]

Arguably the most popular yet stylish sandals of all time… never gets out of fashion

[@anamewoah5336]

I now understand why they are expensive! Thank you. I thought it was a weird fad, but this makes 100% sense

[@Plan9wood]

I love love love Birkenstock’s. I bought my first pair of Arizona’s in 1995 when I was 20 years old and have owned one or more pairs ever since. Yeah people used to make fun of me at first but after some time the people who long term know me don’t even see them or comment anymore. It’s just me. I even bought my two year old daughter a pair. Now she is three and just now starting to wear them. She had to grow into them and learn to walk in them. What finally convinced her was one day after stepping on a bee with particularly nasty results I explained to her that the sandals would protect her. Now she learned to walk in them and won’t go outside without them. I hope the tradition of these shoes will not change too badly with the times. I did notice they now send me catalogs, emails, and texts about sales and new styles. My thinking is hey…I love them but I am simple about shoes. A new pair every 5 or so years is all I need, but I am loyal and will wear them till I die. Maybe I will even request to be buried in a pair. That’s how much a part of me they have become.

[@ROY-5280]

* Ship of Theseus sails into port * I don't know... IS that the pair sandals you got in high school?

[@pimpinondemhos101]

😂😂😂

[@jeannesauvage117]

I still have a pair of Boston Birkenstocks from high school in the 80s--I have even had them re-soled to a larger size footbed when I was pregnant. And I have a pair of Florida Birkenstocks from the early 90s. I love them! I am nervous to hear that the've been acquired by another company. I really hope the quality does not diminish.

[@Woodrow-Aelfric]

In Germany u are often supposed to take off your shoes inside the house so thousands of families are using this shoes as carpet slippers since generations. This probably explains their long lasting success over decades.

[@TourAhuachapan]

I just bought some Birkenstock for Christmas because of this video. I really hope you meant everything you said in this video.

[@Hellokitty0300125]

honestly I thought they were so ugly but then I got a pair after my friend convinced me and they are so comfortable, that's what keeps me buying them !

[@cyberfunk9494]

In place where I live these shoes are considered as orthopedic. My doctor told me to walk in them at home because I have flat feet. And my wife kidding me like: "how dare you to steal shoes from a nursing home?!". I instantly need to show her this video!

[@FutureProofTV]

Hahahaha yes please show her!!

[@stuntmonkey00]

Lol, this happened in Formula One. Years ago, one of the British TV commenters was interviewing drivers in the pitlane in Berks, and one of the German drviers was laughing at him for wearing "der orthopedik sandal."

[@drwisdom1]

A few things about Birkenstocks. The most important is by having a sunken footbed and outer wall, Birkenstocks protect your feet better than standard sandals that don't. Birkenstock used to have a higher end brand called "Tatami" which were ever better than Birkenstocks. Most Tatamis had an outsole that the cork insole would slip into. That made it easy to replace the insole but it wasn't typically needed because the outsole protects the edges of the insole from deteriorating, which is one of the primary problems of Birkenstocks - edge wall breakdown. You can divide sandal design into two schools - over the top and flip flop. Flip flop is where the strap is connected on the inside of the big toe. Birkenstock makes both types. But flip flop is inferior because it always breaks, so always get over the top sandals. Women like flip flop because they think it is attractive, but it limits the life of their sandals. It isn't safe to drive in Birkenstocks unless they are a model that has a heel strap too.

[@TheKrossbowman]

Do you know why they got rid of the "Tatami" brand?

[@drwisdom1]

@@TheKrossbowman I suspect the Tatami brand, which cost more then Birkenstocks, wasn't making enough money for Birkenstock. I don't think a lot of stores carried them so people didn't know Tatami existed.

[@bobbyb.1743]

@drwisdom, you are spot-on in your analysis. I still have a pair of Tatami’s I purchased at the factory store when I lived in Ansbach (mid 90’s). Any idea where I can find a Birkenstock replacement insert? I know Finn Comfort makes an insert that I now use in my Birkenstock OR Clogs - can get those at Sand Dollar stores or online.👍🏻👍🏻

[@farisincube.]

Was a fan of Crocs for 3 decades, off late they have a lot of quality issues, now i have moved into Birkenstock and I'm a happy loyal fan of it!!

[@d.christianrathjens7209]

Be aware that birkenstocks only fit, if your feet are really longest at the big toe. If the next two toes are just similar in length birkenstocks will just cause trouble. They are really very popular and common in germany though.

[@wimprezax]

Would love to see you do a story on Rainbow sandals? It's probably the best flip flop, I had mine. for10 years and just got another pair. Hands down still the best.

[@expatmousse5196]

As a person that needs to wear orthopedic insoles I’ve decided a year ago tho not get them anymore and buy Birkenstock, Arizona top of the list, 1x bend 3x Cincinnati in different colours I will never go back to other shoes again, they’re perfect and worth giving out those extra few cents.

[@Kristina-ek8yt]

Because of this ''Made in Germany'' stance and pulling their products from Amazon, I just put Birkenstocks on my wishlist. Won't be buying second hand since they mold to the wearers' feet. And while I'm plant based, I really don't get why people are mad they use leather. The world eats a LOT of meat and I would rather all parts of the animal that can be used are used. Could you maybe do a video on that? How is the leather sourced, process, how it lasts, how to take care of it etc.

[@dogwalk3]

i only buy them very lightly used for like $20-30 on ebay, ha. still plenty of time to mold to your own & even LESS of an issue with "buying leather." i bought one new pair back in 1998, but ive gone through about 8 pairs now for less than $200.

[@murrayisarobot]

They have plenty of synthetic and specifically labelled "vegan" models. I recently got a pair of vegan Arizonas, the microfiber fake leather strap they use is really high quality and comfortable feeling.

[@Kristina-ek8yt]

@@murrayisarobot I would also really love it if Future Proof made a video about real leather vs vegan leather. Because as I said before, I don't really see the harm in using all of the animal, since they are breed for meat, not for the leather. So the leather use doesn't drive the demand, it's the meat that does that. It's more durable and more sustainable. If we were to cut meat use and we wouldn't need to breed so much livestock, it would be a different scenario...

[@Kristina-ek8yt]

@@dogwalk3 Great idea, I'll try to find lightly used ones! Thanks.

[@murrayisarobot]

@@Kristina-ek8yt interesting perspective, I've been trying my hardest to avoid buying leather and suede for the past 2 years but hadn't really thought about the "not driving demand" aspect of it. It makes sense I guess, but I can't personally get past the fact that buying the leather generates more profit for those who slaughter the cows, which ultimately is something I wish to not be a profitable action, and I'd want to play a part in driving demand away from animal resources altogether. I would still say thrifted or recycled leather products would be the best option if buying leather at all, but what you've said is something to think about / look into further for me for sure.

[@City_Cichlids]

Literally just bought my first pair today! You should be the spokesperson for them. Great video

[@kuhvacako]

Never been able to break birkies in, The blisters from about an hours wear take weeks to heal

[@chopsticksforlegs]

I thought I was the only one. It's as bad as stilettos

[@MiracleWinchester]

I watched your first iteration of this video back in the day and got myself a pair. I do agree the breaking in is worth it. I also wear them with socks sometimes lol

[@FutureProofTV]

Glad we could make an impact! Yeah, socks and birks are a LOOK 🤠😅

[@karlitop7497]

I have so many pairs of these. They're so comfortable. I stand on my feet a lot and they don't hurt at the end of the day.

[@stirfryjedi]

Somehow I'm just now realizing that this is the same guy as Levi & Leah! I love my Birks but recommend the Kyoto model for slip-on functionality without giving off a hippie stereotype vibe.

[@anne5182]

I’m Canadian and somehow I always manage to wear my birks out while it’s snowing at least once per season and they always held up lol

[@lankylowshot2246]

The summer shoes market is terrible. They are either full of details and weird perks that make impossible to style them in different situations, uncomfortable or cheaply made, often all three at once. I owed a pair of beautiful leather sandal that were the best, SO confortable. After many years the time of changing them arrived and I searched literally THREE YEARS for a new pair of sandals. In the end I settled for Birkenstocks because, even if I didn't like them, they were the only quality, confortable option.

[@ironhorse6688]

They are comfortable as hell , am guessing why they are so comfortable is that the cork footbed molds to your feet over time , great summer sandals, keep by the door , slip off and slip on

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I've never seen Arizona's on sale, so when I got a Facebook ad for genuine Birkenstock Arizona's on sale, I was skeptical. Turned out it was a scam, so be careful shopping. Scammers had cloned a legit company's web page. I sent screen shots to the company who verified that it was a scam. It was a couple months ago. I don't remember the company's name.

[@camejuanm]

Future Proof here keep answering questions everyone always wonders but never asks.

[@FutureProofTV]

That's the goal, Juan! Thanks for being a part of the team 😋

[@idraote]

I was the first person in my hometown (600.000+ people) in Italy to wear Birkenstocks. We're talking thirty years ago. People gaped at my feet in disbelief. Fast forward two years and everybody had them. No, not everybody, but they were not as uncommon anymore. Unfortunately, quality is no longer the same. My first sandals lasted years of constant summer use. The last ones two years top. The only reasonable explanation I could find is that I am now obese (I wasn't 30 y.a.) and the extra weight perhaps wears the cork down fast?

[@FutureProofTV]

Haha yeah we've heard stories of people thinking they were super weird before they hit mainstream, cool that you jumped on board so early!

[@paolocardinali3951]

Let's be honest… these are ugly as hell, and in Italy the only people that have them are tourists and those who try to follow trends at every cost. Sorry, I forgot to include monks…

[@idraote]

@@paolocardinali3951someone is being judgemental here... Birkenstocks have never been trendy. Italian shoe manufacturing has always been far too good for that to happen. They simply filled in a niche that was empty, that is comfortable, sturdy shoes for the Summer. Not everybody's going to the beach with a four-inch heel, you know.

[@snailart9214]

@@paolocardinali3951 I used to think they were ugly but not so much anymore, I think I like them a lot more than tevas or other sporty sandals. I suppose, like crocs, they are more for function than looks, but really they're so plain that I don't think they can even be ugly. They are pretty non-offensive, to me at least.

[@paolocardinali3951]

@@idraote I was just pointing out that they are not popular in Italy, like the other user said. Nothing more

[@mutebijordangenerous4567]

As a sales person in Birkenstock, I feel good watching a video like this

[@verodactile]

I whanted to buy Birks for a long time. Your video made me whant them even more... It was very helpfull that you showed how they were made and with what material because im allergic to latex... Now, i know i can't have them unless they have a latex free version. It might be a bit over thinking but you might just have saved some people from a anaphylaxic reaction that would have come from nowhere. I would not have tought about shoes beeing a potential source of danger.

[@FutureProofTV]

Glad we could help you out with that! For this particular shoe company, the construction is key so it was important for us to highlight every component. Thanks for joining us here 👍

[@alb91878]

I'm really considering buying a pair of Birkenstocks and I'm pretty sure I will in the near future. I'm just really worried about the new acquisition. I really hope their quality doesn't suffer.

[@senIAngel]

I don't own any Birkenstock sandal, but I have 2 pairs of lookalikes I bought 20 years ago, before I even knew what a Birkenstock was. I don't know the brand but they were produced here in my country, Portugal. They're really good quality and have endured a lot, have been at the cobbler (yeah, I just learn a new and useful English word), have been soaked in water and are still in great shape.

[@elainegoad9777]

Hard to find a cobbler shop these days or even the old good quality leather shoes that lasted years with resoling

[@Marvee78]

I have a gizeh with black leather upper and yes it took ages and pain to walk those puppies in, but now it is so comfortable I tend to reach for my birkenstock every summer

[@felixbechtoldt]

What a surprise ending! I am really curious about the acquisition and looking forward to your update video

[@FutureProofTV]

Haha glad you enjoyed! Keep your eyes peeled for this next one 👀🤩

[@recklessroges]

I remember when NewRock were bought and quality was thrown out to just make more money. I expect the same will happen with Birkenstocks. Get the last new stock before the new management get their grubby hands on it.

[@Earthslittlesecrets]

I had to go look up to see who acquired Birkenstock. I hope they do not change.

[@Gurenn83]

I have an Arizona white and its just dope. And that I might get a mocha Arizona too. Both Arizona and Honolulu are my favorites.

[@DearestMina]

I've had my Birks - Boston style for over 15 years and still going.

[@mattlau95]

"Jesus had 2022 drip" :)

[@FutureProofTV]

😁😁

[@zmaja91]

If you are looking for same orthopedic benefits and similar looks there is also similar product Made in Serbia, they are called Grubin. I have two pairs, I love it

[@katella]

I love Birkenstock shoes. I have a high arch and these shoes give a very comfortable fit.

[@elizabethfleming8818]

I had plantar fasciitis in both feet. My feet were so painful that I couldn’t have acupuncture done. I got Birkenstock sandals (Arizona) and my feet would feel better after I walked than they did before I walked. So wearing my Arizona had a therapeutic effect on my feet. I am still wearing them twenty years later.

[@jeannetterw]

Short answer. Yes. Yes indeed. I have been ride or die Arizonas for like 30 years. I got a new pair for Christmas because racoons stole one of my last pair from our deck and chewed up the cork beyond repair.

[@bessdavies6440]

Personally, as someone with extremely sensitive feet, Birkenstocks are my go-to. I have 3 pairs (different models). They are pricey but they last for years, and I have recently found a place here in the UK that can re-sole them and even re-do the footbed with original Birkenstock parts, which means they can be virtually restored to a pretty much brand new pair many times over. They are hard at first, sure, but once broken in they are the most comfortable thing ever.

[@later_skateboards]

Finally the birkenstock video. Been waiting for months.

[@FutureProofTV]

So glad you've been looking forward to it! We may or may not have another one coming up 👀

[@mehdilali83]

People around the world mad fun of us germans for wearing them. Now it became a worldwide trend. If you want to be super cool, wear them with white socks lol.

[@Paulywint]

I have 2 pairs of Birkenstock Sandals. I have the Arizona Soft Foot-bed model. One pair I got off of eBay (Brand new) for about $40. I only wear them when I go out to eat at supper clubs or places that I want to dress up nicely.

[@stellarsjay1773]

I wish Birkenstocks made some kind of sandal for people with a long second toe. It’s really uncomfortable to wear something custom shaped, but not custom shaped to your foot.

[@ezraoberheim1081]

Wearing fluffy socks while breaking them in around the house really helps the process not kill your feet

[@LodanSD]

I still have a pair of Birkenstock Sandals that fit my feet (size 18), that I used for Beach and some regular outdoor summer lounging. But then I also have a pair of Dunham Boots, and a Minnetonka Moccasin Hat. Ya really do need to figure out what works best for you, in your specific situations. And sometimes, if you're not within the average (too short or too tall), you may have to find something more specialized.

[@SkipperJane]

I love my Birks, but the Arizona is my least favorite style. I’m Team Mayari all the way. I wore out a pair to the point I had to have them partially resoled. I do also try to maintain mine with cork protector.

[@Tpazmachine]

After all the timelessness talk, I think the best word in terms of brand is "unapologetic". Not in a rowdy sense, but more of the "It just is what it is and that's ok" style.

[@AK-mf4vd]

Milanos, all the way. I’ve been wearing them for decades 💕💕

[@SergioAlbertoRomero]

10/10 for the FF references....Please give editor a raise...

[@johnytsunami7983]

I'm into shoes and I have to say that Birkens are more than perfect!

[@KristenZianourry2015]

I was given these as a gift they are comfy when u break them in

[@RobbnCO]

I've been wearing Birks since the late 70's, living in CO they're pretty much they only footwear I use ... lol

[@mariajesusleighton6853]

Hey ! In France, where I live, I haven't been able to find a cobbler to make my birkis look like new ones... they all, because I went and ask a few, told me to trow them away and buy new ones :/

[@danielcastro8463]

Maybe cause they are German and your people got occupied by them 70 years ago

[@tentimetex]

Personally i feel that Birkenstock have gone down hill a lot since they exploded onto the mainstream towards the end of the 90's, when celebrities started to wear them (I think Dicaprio was the first if i remember :) In order to scale production to meet demand, they had to compromise on a lot of their authenticity and original quality, compared to when they were a relatively unknown 'old-persons' sandal maker in Germany. I own a pair of Mephisto Sandals, which are far better quality and build than current Birkenstocks. They're still hand made in France and still source all top quality materials from Europe, basically the way Birkenstock used to be before.

[@dharmapunk777]

Mephisto uses a foam midsole, and is a knockoff. Is doesn't even look like remotely tried to get the footbed right. If they have gone down hill they must have been damn good to begin with because I saw a video by Rose Anvil where he cut them in half and tested the build quality and quality of materials against other knock offs and they were pretty damn solid.

[@alicepopovski3643]

Love mine Mephisto sandals .

[@suselperez2409]

Here in Washington state it's very popular. Since I moved here I have two pairs.

[@peetno1]

Love my Arizonas and shoes from Birken!!!!

[@tombebee]

Let's not forget that just adding socks and you have winter wear! :-)

[@drob517]

They have Arizona with shearling now, so they thought of that. 😂

[@BriXheese]

i bought my first pair three years ago and that pair is literally the only shoe i wear outside of work haha

[@sandracampbell9822]

Love love love my Birkis🥰

[@andreapetkoff4662]

You should do a video over Chacos! I love Birkenstocks but, I'm die hard for Chacos.