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Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed SKU #7174310(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 151 customer reviews)
$129.95
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  • Birkenstock® takes the classic clog to the next comfort level with the 'Boston Soft Footbed'.
  • Soft premium upper available in a variety of materials with a matching adjustable strap ensuring the perfect fit.
  • Anatomically correct cork/latex footbed, crafted from cork that is 100% renewable and sustainable, encourages foot health.
  • The suede lined, foam padded contoured footbed will mold to the shape of your foot creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles you each and every step.
  • Raised toe bar is designed to encourage the natural gripping motion of your feet, exercising your legs and aiding circulation.
  • Neutral heel profile and deep heel cup keeps the natural padding of your foot where it belongs, under the heel, distributing your body weight more evenly.
  • Flexible EVA outsole offers lightweight, shock absorbing support with lasting durability.
  • Dual layer Jute: top wicks away moisture while the bottom adds strength and makes resoling easy.
  • You will enjoy your Birkenstocks for years because they can be repaired, resoled or even completely renewed.
  • Heat Warning - Cork footbeds or EVA soles can be damaged by exposure to concentrated heat. Do not leave your footwear in direct sunlight or in closed cars on warm days. If your footwear becomes wet, allow it to air dry slowly, away from direct heat.
  • Made in Germany.
  • 8.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 37 (US Women's 6-6.5). Please note that measurements may vary by size.
  • Questions? Please call 888-927-7670 to speak to one of our Comfort consultants!
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  • (5 Stars) 95%
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  • (3 Stars) 5%
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Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 77% "Felt true to size"
  • 84% "Felt true to width"
  • 86% "Excellent arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 151 Reviews Total

Posted: Nov 10, 2009
Reviewer: Aaron from Baltimore, MD
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Really comfortable shoes! As fair warning, even though they are soft foot bed shoes they will require a week or so of wearing before you break them in. After that, though, these shoes are awesome. Great service from Zappos. They showed up next day at my house.
Posted: Nov 9, 2009
Reviewer: Ann W from NC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are very comfortable and help very much with foot pain caused by heel spurs and plantar fasciitis. My foot doctor recommended them to me, to put on first thing in the morning, and they really have helped.
Posted: Nov 7, 2009
Reviewer: from Cambridge, MA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
I\'ve always wanted a pair of Birks but was hesitant because of the cost. One day I decided enough was enough and took the plunge, and I don\'t regret it for a second! After reading the reviews and taking their sizing recommendation to heart, I got my Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed in Taupe and in size 39. A week later, my shoes arrived and I was so excited to get them on! They felt a little roomy, but Birks emphasized room for the toes so I didn\'t worry about it too much. They are super comfy and now I wear them every day. The shoes are especially amazing after a night of wearing heels! You\'ll love them, trust me.
Posted: Nov 5, 2009
Reviewer: from Erie, CO
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These are the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. I was a little worried about fit because of my wide feet but they fit perfectly. I will definitely be buying another pair from Zappos.
Posted: Nov 3, 2009
Reviewer: MaryAnn O from Oklahoma
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought shoe for Grandson\'s BD as he requested. Came a little short for him but had no trouble exchanging. The replacement came in only one day. What service. He wears them all the time---great shoe.
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Additional Brand Information

Birkenstock® USA, began over 30 years ago when the founder, Margot Fraser, had a dream of sharing the comfort and health benefits of Birkenstock shoes. A few years earlier, while visiting a German resort, she had tried on her first pair and was extremely impressed at how good they felt. From there, Margot learned that the original Birkenstock contoured footbed was invented and manufactured in Germany by Konrad Birkenstock in 1897. In fact, the Birkenstock family has been shoemakers for over 225 years – more than two centuries of creating and perfecting a tradition of walking comfort.

Birki’s® was founded in the early 90's by Stephan Birkenstock The goal was to create stylish sandals that were not only good for you but also something to show off. All Birki's shoes and sandals are made in Germany using environmentally-friendly process and proven craftsmanship.

Most Birkenstock and Birki's footbeds are crafted from a cork-latex mixture. The cork used is 100% renewable and sustainable harvested from the Oak tree. The harvesting of the cork does not harm the Oak Tree and allows for new bark to grow back beginning the life cycle all over again. Each contoured footbed will molds and shapes to your foot with the heat of your body creating a custom footbed that supports and cradles each and every step. For the customer that wants a cushioned footbed, they can now enjoy the soft footbed that is offered by Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes. Available in a variety of styles, the time-tested cork construction has been enhanced with a layer of memory foam.

Start your child off on the right foot with Birkenstock Kids shoes and Birki’s Kids shoes. Children need footwear that is good for their growing feet. The contoured footbed supplied by Birkenstock Kids shoes and Birki's Kids shoes mirrors the natural shape of the foot, offering excellent support. Birkenstocks Kids shoes and Birki’s Kids shoes are created according to the daily needs of children. Many styles available in the Birkenstock Kids and Birki's Kids line can be purchased in the adult version.

A large portion of Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes are completely repairable and renewable, reducing the potential for tons of waste to be dumped in land fills each year. From old favorites in fresh colors to new styles and materials, you can easily reuse and refresh your Birkenstock shoes and Birki's shoes for year to come.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: Nov 2, 2009
Reviewer: from Minneapolis
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I purchased these for a middle school child. She keeps talking about how soft they are to wear. She has had this style in the past, but not the soft footbed. She is a huge fan. Her orthopedic doc was so pleased to see her in supportive shoes, not flip flops.
Posted: Oct 31, 2009
Reviewer: from Midcoast Maine
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes are GREAT! Comfortable, and go with everything! I couldn\'t be happier. I have not taken them off, wear them to work, errands and even walked for miles on recent trip and couldn\'t believe how comfortable they are. Will definitely buy another pair!
Posted: Oct 30, 2009
Reviewer: from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I wanted these shoes for years and finally invested. They are great except that you really have to work with your toes to keep the darn things on your feet! At first I thought it was a size problem and that mine were too big, but I went so far as to exchange for the next size down and that wasn't it. It's just the way they fit. Very loose and the band that holds them in place across your foot is quite far forward for my foot. I even tend to trip. As long as I keep them on for short distances, I'm all set, but I couldn't wear them for walking around town at any length, which is disappointing. I love the way they look and the comfort for short distances is just fine.
Posted: Oct 30, 2009
Reviewer: Adam O from N.W. Ohio
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Excellent shoes. Ultimately comfortable. Better yet Zappos had a great price and delivered fast. Make sure to order the right size; Birks have to be fitted with enough room to conform correctly. The Zappos fitting chart is on the mark. Thanks!
Posted: Oct 23, 2009
Reviewer: Cindy Q from West Hurley NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
My order arrived very quickly. I ordered the brown and black in the same style and I am very happy. Birkenstocks are one of the few brands that I find comfortable and this style was hard to find locally so I had to order online. Even thought they are suede, I sprayed them and they are fine, water beads up.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Simple brand shoes are also very comfortable
Posted: Oct 22, 2009
Reviewer: Lynn from PA
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I'm expecting a baby in January, and as my Birkenstock sandals got me through the summer in comfort I decided to order the Bostons for the winter. The new soft foot bed is amazing! I have a no shoes in the house rule and I've been breaking it because they are better than slippers! I had to order a size up from my sandals, so you might want to take that into consideration if you're planning to wear with winter socks. Awesome shoe!
Posted: Oct 20, 2009
Reviewer: Jen W from Denver, CO
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (2 Stars)
I injured my Achilles tendon, so now I'm on the hunt for comfy, heelless shoes. I thought I'd give Birkenstocks a try. These shoes were comfortable and slipped on easily. I should add that as a tall, thin woman I ordered the narrow and the regular; the narrow fit much better! However, I couldn't get over how ducky these shoes looks on my long feet. Comfortable, but silly looking with my style of dress. The two just didn't mesh.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Merrell
Posted: Oct 2, 2009
Reviewer: Amy M from
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Wow! I cannot believe how over priced they are on this page! Go to the Birkenstalk store and these clogs are much cheaper. What a rip off!
Posted: Sep 26, 2009
Reviewer: from KY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have had these shoes before but they were lost in a move so I replaced them. These are the best Birks ever. I love the color and the style of them. Just be careful not to get them wet.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: merrel, rocket dog
Posted: Sep 19, 2009
Reviewer: Sol P from Long Island, New York
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I wore my khaki Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed for a good 3-4 years and they were super worn in. I love these shoes, they're the most comfortable pair of shoes I've ever owned. They haven't changed the style for 30 years and there's a reason for that. Boston Suede Softbed are the s***!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: hush puppies, hemp, old navy flip flops
Posted: Sep 10, 2009
Reviewer: from Okinawa, Japan
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I have tons of Birks! I bought these to wear for the winter here in Japan. I love them; they are so comfortable and they just look cozy and comfortable. I always get compliments on all my Birks and my kids love them, too! They love theirs! Enjoy.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Uggs
Posted: Aug 13, 2009
Reviewer: Shane B from Cape Coral, FL
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Birkenstock Boston clogs/shoes are wonderful. I highly recommend them. Bostons are very comfortable. No break-in was needed. I was able to wear these shoes for 9 hours straight out of the box. I ordered my regular Birkie size and the fit was excellent. Boston = Comfortable, Zappos = Service.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: London
Posted: Apr 30, 2009
Reviewer: from Rochester NY
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (4 Stars) Style: (2 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Duck feet, but comfortable - I bought this shoe to help with my foot condition called Morton's Neuroma, and as far as that's concerned, it helps a lot! Plus I also have heel spurs too, and it helps with that also, but they are not cute or attractive in the least. But when you have as many problems as I do I’ve learned not to be picky. Birkenstocks do take some getting used to. There is a breaking in period, and you can develop blisters from that, but after they feel great and really support my feet like no other show can. I will be buying more! And thank you Zappos for the free OVERNIGHT SHIPPING! What a god send for people with problem feet!
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Soft, Dansko
Posted: Apr 16, 2009
Reviewer: Danny B from Humble, TX
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (4 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Nice - These shoes are awesome. I highly recommend the soft beds over the normal ones. The narrow width fits me great! I like to wear these shoes with jeans with or without socks.
Posted: Apr 15, 2009
Reviewer: Charli from Chester, Virginia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
They are sooooo comfortable! This is the first Birkenstock I have bought with the soft bed. OH MY GOSH!!!! They are sooooo comfortable barefoot or with socks!!! They not only feel great, they LOOK great too! I sprayed them with a Scotchguard kind of protection and I expect to wear and enjoy them for a very long time to come!!!! Now I want another pair in a different color!!!! The trick is knowing your correct size. They tend to run large.
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