What am I doing wrong? Cold feet issues.

[lispeej]

So, I have a 2 year old pair of 2000 gram thinsulate Irish Settler boot that I primarly use for ice fishing. They work great in the winter when I'm walking and such. They keep my feet warm when I'm on the move, but when I'm sitting in the cold, they are not as effective as I would like them to be.

Needless to say, I have worn them for deer hunting too, and need to find a way to make them warmer. What am I doing wrong here? When deer hunting, I usaully am in my stand for 12-14 hours straight and would like to not have to climb down and go for a walk to warm up my feet.

I usually wear a two layers of socks. The most inner being a moisture wicker sock, and then a wool sock of some sort. Should I be wearing a cotton in there as well? What types/combo of socks are folks wearing? Or is it time to switch to a new pair of boots?

Thanks.

[mamohr686]

Another point I would like to make is that your circulation will also adjust, if your core body temp drops slightly. Basically your body will constrict your outer blood vessels in your hands and feet to try to conserve body heat in your head and chest. My dad used to complain he had cold feet all the time ice fishing. The problem wasn't the boots, but he used to only wear blue jeans and long-underwear. An extra outer layer of bibs and a heavier jacket prevented lost body heat, and his cold feet and hands issue was greatly reduced. Bent or locked knees will also cut off your circulation to your feet. Diabetics and smokers who have done dammage to their vessels will also have more of an issue.

[CAMAN]

Try the jar in the fridge if you think that there is no H2O produced.

[delcecchi]

OK, next time I go to FF I will pick one up, activate it, and put it in a tupperware in the refrigerator (with a tiny hole to let air in). Stay tuned.