Waterproof Socks

Featured review by Bigskyrunner

Provides good warmth in wet and cold conditions.

I've packed these on my last four years of doing an event that takes you across the Bob Marshall Wilderness in May, but never felt the need to use them, so they stayed in the pack. This year we experienced a lot of cold rain (temps in the 30's and 40's), more snowshoeing than any year past, and with the normal amount (lots and lots) of fording icy creeks/streams/rivers, so I tried them. I used them in conjunction with a very thin merino sock—think dress sock thin. My biggest fear was developing hot spots as we were covering 30-ish miles/day.

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Reviewed by D Mizelle

What can I say about these just amazing socks that keep all the water out? I'm certain you will love them if you run, bike, or hike in wet conditions.

When waterproof socks first appeared on the market I was wondering how good they could be. Well, I broke down three years ago and bought a pair from REI when they were on sale. All the hype was true. Showers Pass Waterproof Socks I've mainly reserved them for winter and wet weather cycling over the years and about six hikes. They are very size specific so I'd recommend caution in sizing the purchase. They also may not fit in all your footwear. I can wear them under my old cycling mountain bike shoes, but they will not fit in my vintage Italian cycling shoes.

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Featured review by Charles Polidano

Waterproof socks that are excellent as camp wear, although possibly too warm as walking socks.

I used to think waterproof socks were bit of a gimmick, and anyway they were for people who didn't have waterproof boots. Then one day last October this happened: I had been enjoying myself walking on a muddy trail and feeling invincible in my Gore-tex-lined boots, until I went into a muddy patch that turned out to be a lot deeper than it looked and I got my feet wet. At the end of the day's walk I changed into dry socks, but my boots had not yet dried inside by the following morning so I had no choice but to get my new socks damp too.

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Reviewed by Katie Dawn

I used the socks for stand up paddleboarding in colder weather. They felt like I was wearing socks and the traction on the board was good. They are not as warm as a water shoe but they provide a better feel for the board.

I bought a large from REI for my size 10.5 women's feet. This is my first winter with SUP and want my feet to stay warm and add a little cushion.   The socks worked well. My feet stayed warm but it may have been an issue if it were really cold. It was about 50 degrees when I started out. It gives a much better feel for the board than Kicker Remix water shoes I tried first and does not hold water. My toes did get the numbness that they usually get when barefoot but did not get with the shoes.  I do have some arch and foot issues, so no big surprise.   I certainly will keep using them but will keep looking for something with a little support for longer paddles but not as heavy as the shoes.

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