For thoae looking for warm feet this week!

[spacefaer]

I've made some discoveries which I thought I'd share

For warm feet this winter I have three suggestions
1. Microwave your socks before you put them on when you come on from the cold. A revelation .
2. Genuine Uggs. Preferably without socks. They work.
3. Bama Sokkets. Weird little boot socks, available from most online retailers and also local farmer stores. AMAZING. No more cold toes. And no more cold soles when hacking.
Again, can be worn without socks if they make your boots too tight.

You're welcome

 

[Abacus]

Wonderful! I would add these to the list. Disposable (not so good) and would probably be expensive for every day but I'm going to try them this weekend hunting. I used a pair last Sunday for standing beside a cold football field and they were amazing - at first too hot, and after half an hour perfect - the rest of me was frozen but my feet were blissfully warm (and they last 8 hours, so kept them going all day).

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HEAT-COMPANY-Insole-Foot-Warmers/dp/B096FGZZS9/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=23UM71E713M3B&keywords=heated+insole&qid=1701345919&sprefix=heated+insole%2Caps%2C78&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1

 

[Squeak]

I hadn't heard of the Bama Sokkets but I was just thinking the other day I really need to sort my feet getting so cold out hacking so I'll give them a go! Thanks for the recommendation!

 

[southerncomfort]

Microwaving socks...genius idea! Definitely going to try it.

 

[ILuvCowparsely]

Anyone recommended some nice thermal socks to go in boots?? I have arch supports so needs socks

 

[spacefaer]

Anyone recommended some nice thermal socks to go in boots?? I have arch supports so needs socks

I like heat holders

 

[Fransurrey]

I use genuine sheepskin insoles in my wellies and riding boots. Honestly a game changer.

 

[sbloom]

I always warm boots and socks on the radiator before I go out in the cold, I keep my laces undone and the boot loose while I drive, and my feet are SO much warmer in my widest barefoot shaped shoes (though with a decent sole depth or at least thick woollen felt insoles), reducing blood flow with any sort of compression on my feet is a killer. Things that don't keep me warm enough - neoprene linings, normal snow boots, sheepskin insoles, heat holder socks...you name it I've tried it. Even 400g Thinsulate lined snow boots from the US can't keep me warm completely. Coldest feet in the world I swear!

I bought heated socks a couple of years back, the first year they worked well though you only get a few hours of even the lowest setting but last year, year two, they lost charge super quickly and they're not insulating in themselves (short sighted!).

My warmest socks are Idolo, super squishy loop back walking socks, expedition weight. If you get clammy feet also use coolmax liners, though the thin thermal liners from Bridgedale are pretty good too.

There endeth the cold feet gospel according to this saddle fitter wot has to stand around on concrete a lot!

 

[Gloi]

Have plenty of room in your boots and don't wear too many socks. Allowing plenty of wiggle room for toes makes a difference.

 

[AandK]

I have the bama sokkets, revolutionary! They also stop sweaty welly feet. Have been using them for 3 or 4 winters now after recommendation from a fellow livery.

 

[ester]

I have a version of the bama but didn’t get on with them.

I love my battery powered socks though, though I think one of the batteries has died after 2 years which made the cycle in a bit chilly on one foot today

 

[sbloom]

Have plenty of room in your boots and don't wear too many socks. Allowing plenty of wiggle room for toes makes a difference.

I always did this, I have the widest snow boots I could find anywhere (waterproof ones) but the Altra shoes I have are incredibly warm considering they have no insulation at all. I think we don't realise quite how much ordinary shoes, no matter how wide, squish our toes.

 

[Peglo]

I also get the coldest feet ever so reading with interest.
I have a pair of outdoor slippers (uggs) and although very ugly they are great but can’t wear them for work when I’d need them.

 

[twiggy2]

My other half gave me electric socks for christmas 2021, he forgot the batteries though...thata not a good way to keep your feet warm.
The only waya I have found is to keep moving and stay off concrete.

 

[McGrools]

I will try microwaving my socks. They are always damp when I take my wellies off. Maybe this will dry them out asw

 

[norolim]

Ooh I have been searching for something to keep my feet warm when hacking. I think I'll give the bama sokkets a go. Thank you for the recommendation!

 

[ycbm]

Microwaving socks...genius idea! Definitely going to try it.

Don't microwave your pimple palm gloves.

Tried it once and found out it was real rubber and the pimples melted
.

 

[santas_spotty_pony]

Microwaving socks...genius idea! Definitely going to try it.

I’ve never thought of this! Definitely trying it!

 

[Jambarissa]

I bought some wet suit neoprene socks, warm and dry if your boots are prone to leaking. Buy a much bigger size than normal since you don't want them skin tight, I wear over my socks.

I also bought some heated insoles. Powered by a powerbank so stay hot for ages but you do have a wire up each leg. Obviously a faff but great for anytime you're stood around.

 

[MissMay]

I swore by rubbing deep heat on the soles of my feet before doing horses early

 

[HollyWoozle]

Ooh bama sokkets going on my Christmas list!

 

[Surbie]

I have Nordic socks and a thin pair of cotton socks over the top, and that is proving to be a brilliant combination. With the insoles there isn't too much room for anything else inside my wellies, but I am investigating other thermal boots - not easy as achilles issues rule out anything with too solid a back of heel.

 

[AandK]

I will try microwaving my socks. They are always damp when I take my wellies off. Maybe this will dry them out asw

The bama sokkets stop that happening, the damp is on the outside of the sokket so your sock is nice and dry!

 

[Elf On A Shelf]

Waterproof socks!

 

[PinkvSantaboots]

I bought my mum and sister slippers last Christmas you put them in the microwave and they stay warm for ages they love them.

I put all my clothes on the Aga before getting dressed everything is toasty then.

 

[SEL]

Waterproof socks!

I've got those but my feet were frozen solid riding this morning

 

[Ratface]

Knee-length mountaineering winter weight socks. Brilliant!

 

[sbloom]

I've got those but my feet were frozen solid riding this morning

Yes sadly they're not very warm but pretty clammy for me!

I've had heated socks but the not insubstantial batteries really only performed decently the first winter which isn't exactly environmentally friendly and the socks are not at all warm when the batteries run out.

So much of this stuff is made from oil (ie synthetic fibres) and other nasties.

 

[SantaVera]

My other half gave me electric socks for christmas 2021, he forgot the batteries though...thata not a good way to keep your feet warm.
The only waya I have found is to keep moving and stay off concrete.

I read this as electric shocks !

 

[Clueless]

After 60 years I’ve realised the possibilities of a blast of hot air from my hair drier. Warming clothes, feet, and gloriously the sheets before getting into bed. Recommend!