The Birkenstock Soft Footbed
August 24, 2020
It's well established that Birkenstock are the undisputed kings of the cork footbed. After all, the Birkenstock family have been perfecting the art since 1774.
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed, sees an extra layer of natural latex added to the Classic for enhanced cushioned comfort and support - perfect for more sensitive feet or those after a cushier landing.
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed is easily identified by the blue logo on the lining, a colour used exclusively for Soft Footbed styles. An extra layer of natural latex (5) is added to the Soft Footbed, joining the jute (1, 3), cork latex (2) and suede (4) lining of the Classic Footbed construction.
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed Toe Bar Grip and Large Toe Box
The raised toe bar on the Birkenstock Soft Footbed supports the natural rolling motion of your foot. This, coupled with the roomy anatomically shaped toe box, allows your toes can spread out in their natural position so that your muscles, ligaments and bone structures are aligned, balanced and unencumbered from the toes up.
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed Raised Footbed Edge
Birkenstock footbeds have a raised edge that protects the toes and feet as you move. The front of the footbed is also drawn up slightly to support the natural rolling motion of your foot - a feature that will continue to develop as they adapt to your feet and gait.
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed Longitudinal Arch Support
The interior and exterior longitudinal arch supports run along the sides of the Birkenstock footbed to surround and support the tarsal bones, giving stability with every step.
The Birkenstock Footbed Transverse Arch / Metatarsal Support
The transverse arch support runs through the middle of the Birkenstock footbed to stabalise the metatarsal bone and help the foot take on a naturally straight and solid position that is balanced, strong and supported.
The Birkenstock Footbed Heel Cup and Heel Mould
The deep heel cup in the Birkenstock Footbed supports the foot tissue and holds the heel bone firmly in its natural position, so your foot and general alignment is stable and supported.
Likewise, the heel mould, cradles your heel to help activate the calf muscles, stabilise the back of the foot and improve gait, balance and coordination.
The Birkenstock Soft Footbed
The result - the iconic support and comfort of the Classic Birkenstock Footbed with an added layer of soft natural latex to bring you the Birkenstock Soft Footbed.
