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I have some birkenstock single strap things. They are marked as 43 and fit like 45’s. Oversized as they are, they are quite comfortable. I found the main issue being sand getting under the strap really adhered to the leather and cut the hell out of my feet. Maybe just me though. Otherwise super comfortable.
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First time I wore Birkenstock’s I took them as my only footwear for a weekend break to Barcelona. After an hour or so I was in agony but we carried on walking around, I was rendered unable to walk after 4 hours and had to hobble back to the hotel. The arch support had strained muscles in my feet and the straps rubbed me raw. Plus I managed to get sunburn on the tops of my feet.
However since that day I have found them to be amazingly comfy and am onto my third pair in about 15 years.
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Definitely Teva
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Birkenstocks are great in general, if your feet are 'made' for them - some people struggle with their shape though. I commuted in Birkenstocks for quite a while, so that definitely works. However, it's worth noting they don't cope with water so well.
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Is there a footwear thread?
I'm looking into sandals and can't decide between Birkenstock and Teva sandals for the summer, off-the-bike or mild touring.