I ve read that the birko flor and birkibuc materials are almost as comfy as the leather but since they don t stretch the break in period could be a wee bit longer.
Birkibuc vs leather reddit.
The birko flor is immediately soft and comfortable while the leather takes some time to break in and always rubs uncomfortably on parts of my feet when i first wear them.
The mayari is available in three different upper materials.
It has a durable and moisture resistant surface.
Acrylic polyamide with felt backing.
Birkibuc is made of acrylic and polyamide felt fibers a material that is lightly buffed to create a textured finish that looks and feels like velvety nubuck leather.
Also i ve read about possible stretch with the natural leathers.
Oiled leather compared to smooth leather oiled leather has a softer feel and is a bit less shiny.
You can either use polish to enhance shine or beeswax conditioners to stay with a more satin look.
Regular price for arizona birkoflor is 100 and 125 for.
Birko flor is made from soft acrylic and polyamide felt fibres with a durable smooth leather like finish.
Birko flor is a soft leather like fabric with a smooth finish while birkibuc is made from felt fibers and has a textured surface similar to nubuck leather.
It s surface is durable and moisture resistant.
Birko flor and birkibuc are synthetic durable easy to clean developed by birkenstock as alternatives to leather.
The smooth finish is durable and easy to clean.
Leather birkenstock uses top grain cowhide for their leather uppers.
Leather birko flor and birkibuc.
I read the descriptions for birkibuc birkoflor and they weren t very clear.
Of course leather will break in over time and will improve with age.
Birkibuc looks and feels more similar to nubuck leather with a slight nap on the surface.
Etc i m looking for comfort and durability.
One can occasionally use beeswax to help maintain.
For a first pair i always recommend the leather soft footbed arizona style in a neu.
Those prices are insane.
I didn t really have that issue with the birko flor pair i own.
The birkenstock mayari is available in a wide range of colors to match all your favorite outfits.
Oiled leather oiled leather has a soft feel and is less shiny.
Birkoflor is synthetic and doesn t improve with age.
Oiled leather is supple but the inside can be rough and the edges of the straps can be sharp until you ve put a lot of miles on them.
My leather ones are really soft and comfy after they re broken in fully.
Though i imagine the suede ones are harder to care for but they also come with a soft footbed.
Birkibuc is made to look like nubuck so if you re looking for a vegan alternative with a leather look girls and guys that s the way to go.
Birkibuc also wipes clean easily with mild soap and water.
I have both and they both have their advantages but i imagine you are talking about getting your first pair of birkenstock or you probably wouldn t be asking.