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BEST BOOTS FOR ICE FISHING?
stevepslab:
I am looking to upgrade my foot wear this ice season. Seems my feet get cold easy, that's why. Probably cause they sweat a lot. Looking for ideas on best boot or sock combo you guys all use to keep your feet warm in weather 10 degrees to -30. Steve.
SpitzoMT:
There are numerous boot threads in this section.....Kick back & do some reading !!
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=357928.0
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=347401.0
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=355005.0
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=349055.0
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=342733.0
https://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=347411.0
Spider1:
There are several reasons for feet to get cold. One main reason is the boot fits just right. You need extra room around your foot so it isn't pressing against the cold boot all the time and there's plenty of wiggle room. Usually a size larger or extra wide will do it.
Another reason is perspiration. One thing to try if your feet sweat a lot is anti-perspirant. Use the aerosol and spray it on your feet. Dry feet are warm feet.
If you don't want to do that, get some polypropylene liner socks and a pair of nice warm Merino wool socks. The liner wicks moisture away and the wool will keep you warm. Damp wool will actually gets warmer.
Make sure your boots are insulated and waterproof. Every other year or so a good spray down with campdry or other waterproofing spray will keep out the cold.
SirCranksalot:
--- Quote from: Spider1 on Apr 19, 2018, 05:12 AM --- There are several reasons for feet to get cold. One main reason is the boot fits just right. You need extra room around your foot so it isn't pressing against the cold boot all the time and there's plenty of wiggle room. Usually a size larger or extra wide will do it.
--- End quote ---
Agree. Many guys don't realize that it's the air that provides the insulation, whether in your boots or in the attic. Squeezing the air out with tight fit will make your feet colder. An extra pair of socks is not necessarily a good thing.
jayman_1975:
Warmest boots I have ever worn. And I have spent a ton on different boots as I have unusually cold feet
https://www.kimpex.com/en-ca/products/snowmobile/apparels-and-protective-gear/boots/ckx-boots-yukon?sku=033081&keyword=Ckx%20yukon
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