merino ...socks...recommendations

[sauer]

Well following on from another thread about keeping warm and it got me thinking ....i suffer cold feet more than rest of me ....sitting here offshore during cold spell freezing my bits off#1 & i realiseineed recommendation for good quality socks....merino gets mentioned so guessing the go to stuff!

so socks recommendations please merino or otherwise
and a neck buff merino please too
whos actually using said items they would recommend and where from?

cheers
Paul

 

[tarponhead]

Genuine Buffs are great and do the job. Get merino- rich socks that fit your feet and then sealskins waterproof socks over them, to suit your boots. Works for me.

 

[fallow me]

Have just ordered a pair of long Alpaca socks to try, apparently better than merino if you believe the blurb , ill let you know if there any good once ive tried them out

 

[OJL1991]

Darn Tough

 

[tarponhead]

That’s interesting- great if they are better. Alpacas are better looking than merino sheep…

 

[User00040]

Well following on from another thread about keeping warm and it got me thinking ....i suffer cold feet more than rest of me ....sitting here offshore during cold spell freezing my bits off#1 & i realiseineed recommendation for good quality socks....merino gets mentioned so guessing the go to stuff!

so socks recommendations please merino or otherwise
and a neck buff merino please too
whos actually using said items they would recommend and where from?

cheers
Paul

I use these: Heavyweight Merino Performance Knee

Personally think the boot matters just as much.

Using Meindl Arctic at the moment.

 

[Spix]

Merino insoles for your boots are well worth having, don't skimp go for the climbers ones!

 

[Donkey Basher]

Have several pairs of 'Woolpower' / 'Ulfrotte' merino socks in various weights so can be worn individually or layered. Also have a pair of merino & possum fur that I got in NZ, they're pretty good too!

Am going to do a search for merino insoles though

 

[Jelen]

These

• Bridgedale Mens Merino Hiker Socks | Cotswold Outdoor

 

[Covert]

Suffer with cold extremities as well.
After a great deal of trial and error this is what works for me with suitable outerwear/footwear down to -20 degree’s
Merino wool Buffs.
Alpaca wool socks
Sheepskin wrist warmers.
Sheepskin lined mitts.
Merino wool thermals
Disposable heat packs in gloves and insoles for boots.
If in a high seat neoprene/ foam cushion

 

[VSS]

Darn Tough

This^^^

 

[Dazb1967]

I think Ive tried just about every pair of socks available (except Alpaca), The wife thinks Ive got issues as I have that many pairs and I don't think there is any that truly keep your feet warm if your not moving around, the only thing that works for me is movement.
Right it's time to do some research on Alpaca socks.

 

[hairycow]

Silk liner socks with darn tough merino over the top
woolpower thermals great and really long in the body especially the back.
woolpower buff and merino wool hat.
toasty.

 

[HonestJohn]

My favourite socks are my LLbean rag wool socks, just need one pair on and your good

 

[FISH BOY]

Have several pairs of 'Woolpower' / 'Ulfrotte' merino socks in various weights so can be worn individually or layered. Also have a pair of merino & possum fur that I got in NZ, they're pretty good too!

Am going to do a search for merino insoles though

Speaking of possum - have a Ray Mears possum beanie - have to say its the biz. So light but so damn warm.

Noble Wilde Beanie

The Noble Wilde Beanie has fast become a firm favourite among Woodloreans the world over. Thanks to its incredible warmth, breathability and luxurious softness, this winter hat has proven to be one of our best sellers, year after year.

www.raymears.com

Watching this topic with interest.

 

[Covert]

Had a possum fur jumper from Elm of Burford a few years ago, light but really warm, warmer than cashmere. Just a bit to hairy.

 

[addjunkie]

Well following on from another thread about keeping warm and it got me thinking ....i suffer cold feet more than rest of me ....sitting here offshore during cold spell freezing my bits off#1 & i realiseineed recommendation for good quality socks....merino gets mentioned so guessing the go to stuff!

so socks recommendations please merino or otherwise
and a neck buff merino please too
whos actually using said items they would recommend and where from?

cheers
Paul

Alpaca socks and thermal insoles. The only downside side is alpaca socks in an offshore laundry will come out to fit a toddler!

Other option is do what I did and go over seas to warmer climbs!

 

[Dazb1967]

The only downside side is alpaca socks in an offshore laundry will come out to fit a toddler!

Agree and they will lose 1 of them, I always have to take extra socks away for this exact reason.

 

[Danny Fireblade]

I have Darn Tough, buy once, cry once, and they come with a lifetime guarantee

 

[308tikka]

Well following on from another thread about keeping warm and it got me thinking ....i suffer cold feet more than rest of me ....sitting here offshore during cold spell freezing my bits off#1 & i realiseineed recommendation for good quality socks....merino gets mentioned so guessing the go to stuff!

so socks recommendations please merino or otherwise
and a neck buff merino please too
whos actually using said items they would recommend and where from?

cheers
Paul

Costco merino wool socks.

Brilliant.