Charles Birch Repair & Customisation Competition Winners – Italy Trip Highlights
This week, Myself (Jodie) and Linzi from Charles Birch Ltd had the absolute pleasure of accompanying the winners of our Repair & Customisation Competition on an unforgettable trip to Italy!
Our journey took us to the iconic VIBRAM factory, where we got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how their world-renowned soles are made. One of the most fascinating parts of the visit was learning how to repair climbing shoes – a true art form that gave all of us a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship behind performance footwear. Thankyou to Andrea, Stefano and Fabio, as well as Valentina for the warm welcome.
But the trip wasn’t just about learning – it was also about celebrating! We spent three incredible days in the picturesque Villa Borghi in Milan Malpensa, soaking in the Italian atmosphere, enjoying delicious food and drink, and sharing unforgettable memories with our talented competition winners.
It was heartwarming to see how much the winners enjoyed the experience. Each of them expressed how lucky they felt to have won such a fantastic opportunity – and we couldn’t agree more. It was a joy to spend time with such passionate, creative individuals in such an inspiring setting.
A huge thank you to everyone who entered the competition and to VIBRAM for hosting us – this is a trip we’ll all remember for years to come!
Can’t wait to see you all in October – 11th & 12th – for our open weekend!
Jodie – Purchasing Manager
Charles Birch LTD
