New Birkenstock Basalt Gray Bend Low Suede Leather Sneaker Shoes Size 41 Men 8.5 or Women’s 10 The casual BIRKENSTOCK Bend sneaker boasts a simple design which can be combined with almost anything. The additional midsole made of PU and cork ensures optimum shock absorption and soft comfort. The upper is made from especially soft suede which hugs the foot like a second skin. Removable, anatomically shaped cork-latex footbed Footbed lining: suede Sole: natural rubber Footbed “Made in Germany” Upper material: Suede Suede is a split leather with a napped finish. It has a velvety surface and is very soft to the touch. It also boasts a high moisture absorption capacity. Suede is softer and more flexible by nature and does not have the same stability as smooth leather. The stability of suede also varies from hide to hide. This does not constitute a material or production defect. Insole: Natural leather Natural leather can be recognized by its untreated surface. BIRKENSTOCK purposely does not treat surface grains and other characteristic features. BIRKENSTOCK uses sturdy leather with a thickness of 2.8 to 3.2 millimeters as upper material. Footbed material: Cork Cork is a sustainable material extracted from the bark layer of the cork oak. This natural product is insulating and offers very good cushioning. Outsole: Rubber Because of its high elasticity rubber is very well suited for outsoles. Thanks to this property it supports the natural rolling motion of the foot.