What about socks?

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I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

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I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

The best solution is thick, wool socks. Problem is that with thick socks, your shoes may become too
tight & may wind up still cold (from poor circulation). To be really effective, you need thick socks
and roomy shoes.

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I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

Check the bike catalogs for Smartwool socks. They're wonderful. There's a summer weight and a
winter weight, so be sure to get the winter weight. A pair of these and some shoe covers and my
toes have stayed toasty for 50 milers in 25 degrees. For added warmth, add a pair of ultra-thin,
polypropylene liner socks beneath the Smartwool socks. That, with shoe covers, will hold you to
about zero degrees.

Happy commuting.

Bob C.

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I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

The suggestions about Smartwool socks and roomy shoes are good, but keep in mind that in order to
keep your feet warm your whole body has to be kept warm. If you're wearing a helmet find a thin wool
hat to wear under the helmet, or a balaclava to cover your head and neck. If you're wearing cotton
clothing switch to wool or synthetics (Capilene, fleece, etc.).

What kind of temperatures are you riding in and what kind of clothes are you wearing? My trip home
is about 45 minutes, and I've been able to stay comfortable in temps down to -5 F, although by the
last 10 minutes or so my feet are starting to feel chilled.
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speedyr7 said:

I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

1) Booties. Performance booties are the de facto standard, but they aren't very good IMO. But
booties help a lot.

2) Warmer socks.

3) In a pinch, plastic bags over the toes will rescue you. I've taken pieces from the plastic bag
from a restaurant restroom to wrap around my toes, and it made all the difference.

Keeping feet warm in really cold weather is essential.

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speedyr7 said:

I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would be
great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

you can get thin polypropylene socks that help. one or two pair really help. I found them at a
sporting goods store for 5.00 a pair.

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Quoted message said:

I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

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I just use regular white cotton socks. I've had no problems, down to - 10F, for my 14-mile commute
(+/- 1 hour, each way). But, then I'm wearing hiking boots in the winter, not bicycling shoes. That
makes a big difference, I'm sure!

Image means nothing to me, especially when trudging thru the snow, on a bicycle, on your way to work
at 4:30am!!!

I would agree with the others, that you need a roomy shoe, and wool socks. The plastic bag idea is
good, too - keeps the heat in!

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Peter Cole <[email hidden]> wrote:

: The best solution is thick, wool socks. Problem is that with thick socks, your shoes may become
: too tight & may wind up still cold (from poor circulation). To be really effective, you need thick
: socks and roomy shoes.

Put the wool socks on top of the shoes, wear double socks inside (eg. coolmax + tennis socks). On
top of it all put a windproof

C for me I think. Happy hunting :-)

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David L. Johnson <[email hidden]> wrote:

: 3) In a pinch, plastic bags over the toes will rescue you. I've taken pieces from the plastic bag
: from a restaurant restroom to wrap around my toes, and it made all the difference.

Plastic bags work, but they are very slippery, if you let them cover the bottom of your feet. Not a
nice thing to notice when you have to suddenly stop on snow or ice.

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David L. Johnson <[email hidden]> wrote:

: 3) In a pinch, plastic bags over the toes will rescue you. I've taken pieces from the plastic
: bag from a restaurant restroom to wrap around my toes, and it made all the difference.

Plastic bags work, but they are very slippery, if you let them cover the bottom of your feet. Not
a nice thing to notice when you have to suddenly stop on snow or ice.

Over the toes, *inside* the shoes. No?

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Eric Babula <[email hidden]> wrote:

: Over the toes, *inside* the shoes. No?

Ah, hmm guess I don't read always that carefully, why should I 😉 Hmm I think that approach doesn't
have the problem :-)

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I appreciate all the feedback fellas. I'll try some wool socks first to see if they'll fit in my shoes if not I'll give the polypropylene a try and if that doesn't work I guess I'll be wrapping my little toes in bags. Thanks.

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David L. Johnson <[email hidden]> wrote:

: 3) In a pinch, plastic bags over the toes will rescue you. I've taken pieces from the plastic
: bag from a restaurant restroom to wrap around my toes, and it made all the difference.

Plastic bags work, but they are very slippery, if you let them cover the bottom of your feet.
Not a nice thing to notice when you have to suddenly stop on snow or ice.

Over the toes, *inside* the shoes. No?

Please forgive David. He is a poor professor at Lehigh University and cannot afford good neoprene
socks. He has to resort to pinching plastic bags from restaraunts.

Anyone who can, please send a pair of warm socks to him c/o Lehigh University.

Have a nice and happy holiday, Professor!

HAND

PS: I am going to carry a spare pair of Gore-Tex socks in case I should see you on the SRT.....🙂

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speedyr7 said:

I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

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Dunno about nashbar shoe covers, but a pair of neoprene booties does the job. It's thin rubber foam,
like wetsuits are made from which blocks wind and insulates. Heavier sockes not necessary as too
much water buildup from perspiration will make your feet cold, too.

speedyr7 said:

I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would be
great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

Trade feet with me. My feet are hot and sweaty unless I'm in sandals outdoors at 40 degrees
f or less.

The Thorlos are specifically designed to keep your feet cool. Try some thick socks made of a plain,
low-performance non-wicking material.

I suppose limiting breathability with a plastic baggie around the feet would keep them warm and
swampy (like mine get in supposedly "breathable" shoes with wicking socks and foot powder). That
might be icky without much extra warmth, though.

Damn feet.
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Rick Onanian

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speedyr7 said:

I have a 15 mile bike ride and I work second shift. By the time I get about 10 miles into it my
feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I have nashbar shoe covers
and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping these babies warm would
be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

Trade feet with me. My feet are hot and sweaty unless I'm in sandals outdoors at 40 degrees
f or less.

The Thorlos are specifically designed to keep your feet cool. Try some thick socks made of a plain,
low-performance non-wicking material.

I suppose limiting breathability with a plastic baggie around the feet would keep them warm and
swampy (like mine get in supposedly "breathable" shoes with wicking socks and foot powder). That
might be icky without much extra warmth, though.

Damn feet.
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Rick Onanian

Consider shoes loose enough to wear thick socks. Make sure the socks are wool. It's an old fashioned
material. Been around for several millennia now. Warm when wet. Works very well. Machine washable.
Try it. This is not a joke. Best regards, Bernie

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Consider shoes loose enough to wear thick socks. Make sure the socks are wool.

I second that , plus, wrap your shoes with tinfoil before putting the covers over the top. Toasty!

Robert

speedyr7 said:

about 10 miles into it my feet start getting cold and then by the time I get home they're numb. I
have nashbar shoe covers and I have been wearing thorlo running socks. Any suggestions on keeping
these babies warm would be great because I really enjoy riding the bike.

If all else fails, try Toe Warmers. They stick onto the bottom of your sock and generate heat by
chemical action.

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