What is “Madrid,” the first sandal model in Birkenstock’s history?

BIRKENSTOCK” has established an absolute position as a brand of leather sandals. Many of you may already own the standard models such as the Arizona and Boston. While such classic models are great, this time we focus on Birkenstock’s first sandal model, the ” Madrid. What is its charm?

Birkenstock’s origin sandal ” Madrid

The “Madrid” sandal was first released in 1963 as an “orthopedic sandal, It is said to be Birkenstock’s first sandal, and is characterized by its simple look with only one strap placed on the instep.

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At Pitti Womo, Arizona and Boston were the most popular sandals (Boston was very common at Pitti 104), but we also caught a few men wearing Madrid. This may be a good choice for those who don’t want to wear Birkenstock in their outfits.

From here, we will explain the features of the Birkenstock “Madrid!

Features of Birkenstock “Madrid” (1) “Extremely simple one-strap design

With only one strap for the upper, the “Madrid” has few parts that hold the foot in place, so the heel separates and the toes extend each time the foot kicks off. This series of movements also serves as strength training for the calf muscles. Despite its simple construction, the straps are equipped with a belt to adjust the fit, making it possible to adjust the wearing comfort to the height of one’s instep. The buckles are treated with an anti-corrosion coating and multiple layers of enamel to ensure durability.

Feature of Birkenstock “Madrid” (2) “High-quality footbed made from wine cork scraps

The footbed is made of natural cork blended with Birkenstock’s proprietary latex. This natural cork is a sustainable material made from the waste left over after wine corks are punched out in the manufacturing process. The cork is so meticulous that the leftover scraps are repeatedly crushed into small pieces and sifted to pick out only the highest quality material, making it more than just a cork footbed. This material has many advantages such as elasticity, cushioning, thermal insulation, cold insulation, and moisture-proofing, and contributes to a comfortable fit. The shoes are shaped to fit your feet perfectly, and the more you wear them, the more comfortable they will become, making them a pair that you will surely love for a long time.

Feature (3) of Birkenstock Madrid: “EVA outer sole with high durability, flexibility, and stability.

The outsole, which is in contact with the ground, is the key to supporting comfortable walking in shoes in general. The Madrid uses an “EVA sandal outer sole” with a fashionable bone pattern. While lightweight, the EVA sandal is characterized by excellent abrasion resistance, durability, and stability. They are designed to prevent uneven wear and abrasion on any part of the sole, and to allow the wearer to always walk in the correct posture.