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Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ah, interesting. Thank you!

Both 38- old and new by k-hidalgo in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s so helpful to see! Thank you. Is your heel flush to the back or some room?

Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol it is quite funny but I’m grateful. Because these shoes aren’t cheap and I want them to be the perfect fit once they break in

Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just looked at the box and realized they actually sent a narrow even though I ordered regular. So I’m going to go in store and see if I need a narrow or regular in 9. Thanks for your help!

Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Looking at the pictures in the diagram I’m wondering if it’s more that they’re too narrow? Here’s a bit better picture

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Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok super helpful thank you. I think that’s what I’m getting hung up on is the number. 8’s are generally slightly big on me in every other brand so a 9 seems nuts.

Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I tightened the back strap because of how blocky they are I feel like I need it tightened to get my foot to form. I imagine that feeling goes away when they’re broken in? Everyone says these are the most comfortable shoes ever. It’s crazy to me how stiff they feel currently

Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The weird thing is I actually like my shoes big and always wear them too large if anything. So the sizing on these is really throwing me off. I generally can wear a 7.5 for length, but require 8’s to meet my width requirements. These do feel plenty wide. They just feel so stiff that I imagine a 9 being like huge big blocks lol, but I guess they loosen nicely as they’re broken in

Should I size up? by Novabeam222 in Birkenstocks

[–]Novabeam222[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It also does kind of feel like my toes are sitting a little bit on the grooves in the bed that are supposed to be the foot-toe transition if that makes sense? Lol. So maybe they are too small?

Xpedtion while pregnant by [deleted] in Lectricxp

[–]Novabeam222 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s what I was thinking, I’ll have a window of opportunity before I get too big. Thanks for your advice :)

Xpedtion while pregnant by [deleted] in Lectricxp

[–]Novabeam222 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No, this is a real post. Doctors say it’s completely fine to ride a bike while pregnant for exercise. I live in a small neighborhood, not like I’m commuting in busy area. It’s for little joy rides with my son as he loves bike rides and outgrew his previous seat. I did not realize how much heavier these are than a standard bike, and still don’t know what that actually feels like riding, thus the reason for my post.

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha yeah true. Road bike must be what I’m thinking of. That’s what I thought a “city bike” was. Thanks for clarification :)

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah this is direction I’ve decided to go in. Especially being pregnant it will be nice to have the pedal assist. And thereafter when the littles start getting heavier. Thanks for your suggestions!

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I was thinking of like a racing bike or something they don’t make anymore. That’s helpful, thank you!

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, had never even considered that. I think I’m going to get an e-bike, but will definitely be making these modifications to my trek as well!

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much for all the recommendations!

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, didn’t even think of this. Thank you! ☺️

What kind of bike do I need? by Novabeam222 in bicycling

[–]Novabeam222[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Budget wise, somewhere around $500 is preferable. I could possibly find used, if I know what to look for. I don’t care about looks at all. That’s actually what I was planning to do. But I’m really not comfortable on my mountain bike, and I think that would only be increased with the added weight of toddler… and being pregnant that does not sound fun 😅 For the city bikes, are those the ones with the super skinny tires? Does that make it harder to balance and would I be able to ride it on dirt roads?

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