Randomangle
Über Bum
Well I got them and they were too small, so back they went. Instead I got some Docs ... two pairs in the sale with £20 to spare. You know it makes sense Rodders!
Just saw this...In my experience, people who wear Birkenstocks are confused about a lot of things, shoe size being way down on the list.![]()

Holy thread revivalBased on what you've described, it sounds like a size 9 may be the best fit for you in Birkenstocks. It's not uncommon for Birkenstocks to feel a bit snug when you first try them on, but the leather straps will stretch and mold to your feet over time. It's also worth noting that Birkenstocks are designed to be worn with a bit of room in the toe box, so a slightly snug fit is preferable to a loose fit.
Just what I thought … practically six years! My feet have probably grown or shrunk since then, I’m more likely to where Wellingtons now than sandals.Holy thread revival
I read somewhere that your feet as you get older get wider, sort of middle age spread of the feet.Just what I thought … practically six years! My feet have probably grown or shrunk since then, I’m more likely to where Wellingtons now than sandals.![]()
With all due respect, and this is coming from a man who has owned and worn some ugly ass shoes in his day, those are some ugly ass shoes.... just saying.....Depends on which sole width you choose, Chris. I'm a 43 in wide/regular, 42 in narrow, that is 8 and 9 in UK, respectively. Which are the sizes I use in other brands too - wearing a pair of Adidas sneakers today, and those are 9. Whether you go for a soft footbed or not apparently also has an effect on your Birk size. It would make sense that you would have to go down a size if going for regular width. Go for it!
I had a pair of Gizeh sandals before and now have Arizona sandals and Boston clogs. Plus, I had a pair of shoes kind of like the ones below - they are so fabulously East-Germany uncool that they are New York cool.to you, Steve
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