Christopher Quast Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Just wondering what kind of socks you guys use for late season hunting and please include your style of hunting. Spot n stalk, stand hunting,ETC...ETC..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toughguy Posted October 20, 2008 Share Posted October 20, 2008 Plain white gym socks for me. I got my boots so that they fit tight and there isn't any room for thicker wool socks. Tight boots are warmer than loose boots with thick socks IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youngie22 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 have fallin in love w/ smart wool socks/ available at most outdoor stores. they have a sock for every thing comfortable allday. thin thick hiking sitting cold weather artic weather. check them out. and I'd urge you to try one pair you think you'd use most. eventually you will have more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odonata Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Smartwool socks are good and I have added a poly or lycra wicking sock underneath. Tight boots cut off circulation and cotton socks hold moisture next to your feet. IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerstroke Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I really like Cabelas socks. I use their gray wicking sock as a liner and then I use their heavier sock. I use lightweight for cooler weather or hiking and the heavyweight socks for stand sitting in my 800 gram boots. Otherwise I have the 2000 gram boots. Blood circulation is very important. Also, air space is your insulation. Even the insulation in your boots and socks does one thing, trap air. So, tight fitting boots and socks with low loft will not be as warm.Obviously its hard to compare apples to apples because everyone has different levels of personal warmth and what they are willing to deal with. I am a very warm person, but my hands and feet never seem to be warm. I've finally found the perfect match for me with the combo I mentioned above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brassman Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I love smart wool socks, and also I like the thinner Under Armour socks, don't get the knee high version otherwise it cuts off circulation to the back of your knees, but otherwise they are nice socks. I never hunt with regular socks. Don't be afraid use those smart wools in warmer temps. They cusion your feet so nicely and keep them comfortably warm. i hunt stand all the time usually all day in rifle season. I do wear knee high rubber boots with 1200 grams of insulation, keeps me warmer than tight lace up boots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hartner62 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I also like the smart wool socks, after that I like the red head brand socks. They both work great for late season sitting in the bow stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugonian1 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Tough to beat smart wool socks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Quast Posted October 21, 2008 Author Share Posted October 21, 2008 Thanks guys I think I will invest in a pair of smart wool socks, but the question is which pair do I get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brassman Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 well that depends are you a stand sitter or a walker, bigger fluffier socks are better for when you are sitting. if in doubt, buy both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spivak Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Wool socks. Never been improved on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan z Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I am a fan of a few different brands but my favorite ones are made by smartwool I wear the expidition weight with a linear sock. mind you I am usually standing on a cold boat floor with water underneath it at 30 degrees or colder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roofer Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I've used wool socks before and sweated profusely. Just ordered some under armour socks. I hope they work better. Have been using just regular cotton socks for awhile, and just changed them out often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vister Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 all socks will eventually get damp from perspiration. just change into dry ones often. then you can buy the cheap socks. if you're like me, i wouldn't recommend changing in the stand though, deer might smell ya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrklean Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 How many use the under armour socks? What do you think of them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Nailz Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 My favorite Smartwool is the Medium cushion hunting mid-calf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAPAFISH Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I prefer argyle myself Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caseymcq Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Any type of Merino wool sock will do well to keep your feet warm. Smartwool socks are great but there are other brands that work just as well. A silk weight liner is a good addition to help wick away moisture and keep your feet a little drier and a little warmer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machohorn Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 All I wear are under armor socks, even at work in Steel toes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustLOVEit Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Plain long white socks and Icebreaker Insulated Boot Blanket. Your feet will stay warm all day. =D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott M Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Wool socks and cotton socks. Cotton for moving around, wool if i'm sitting. If it's really cold both, and in layers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farley Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Dress socks then Wool or other insulated socks. A buddy who does a lot of snowboarding taught me that one. Works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elks fisherman Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 A good pair of wool socks that go up to your knees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJH Posted November 5, 2008 Share Posted November 5, 2008 Smartwool from when I am walking around and nice heavy wool when I am going to be sitting still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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