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I bought one pair of Sealskinz waterproof walking socks for 30 GBP in October last year, I intend to walk the Frances again after Easter this year wearing breathable not waterproof trail running shoes so thought the waterproof socks a good idea. At first I wore them without a liner and they were very comfortable and prooved very waterproof too but after only a few weeks I found small holes appearing in the inner layer around where my toenails rubbed so after that I always wear thin liners with them and make sure my nails are always well trimmed. Today however I find a small hole in one of the socks in the outer sock and I can see right through so no longer waterproof. I've never had a problem with holes wearing in the toes of any of my socks before, even after years of wear.
It just seems to me that paying 30 GBP for a pair of socks I should expect them to last a lot longer than these have and wondered what other members of the forum who wear these Sealskinz socks have experienced.
Aren't they awfully hot?I bought one pair of Sealskinz waterproof walking socks for 30 GBP in October last year, I intend to walk the Frances again after Easter this year wearing breathable not waterproof trail running shoes so thought the waterproof socks a good idea. At first I wore them without a liner and they were very comfortable and prooved very waterproof too but after only a few weeks I found small holes appearing in the inner layer around where my toenails rubbed so after that I always wear thin liners with them and make sure my nails are always well trimmed. Today however I find a small hole in one of the socks in the outer sock and I can see right through so no longer waterproof. I've never had a problem with holes wearing in the toes of any of my socks before, even after years of wear.
It just seems to me that paying 30 GBP for a pair of socks I should expect them to last a lot longer than these have and wondered what other members of the forum who wear these Sealskinz socks have experienced.
I always wear trailrunners (not gortex). When they get wet, they dry quickly. However, if it is an all day rain, it is usually cold, and my feet get cold, even though my body is comfortable. With the Sealskinz (with liner socks), my feet stay comfortably warm, not hot. I would never wear Sealskinz during warm weather.Aren't they awfully hot?
Well I took them back to Blacks and they sent them away to be "examined" by the manufacturers. Today I received the socks back by post with a letter saying the damage was caused by "Friction/Abrasive damage" so I'm stuck with 'em. I only wore them a couple of times a week for two hours or so, I never had any other socks wear at the toes and these are only 4 months old.
Does anybody else make waterproof socks?
Maybe I'll try polythene bags between my socks and liners, I wonder how sweaty my feet would get, anybody tried it?
I gave up on them. They made my feet too hot, and my boots were soaked in the rain anyway, so using regular socks at the end of the day was still a moist event. Socks that are a blend of wool and synthetic fabric dry fairly quickly, and do not seem to promote blisters even when wet when I use a liner sock.wondered what other members of the forum who wear these Sealskinz socks have experienced
Very disappointing response from the manufacturer. I would assume that there is some warning about keeping toenails shorts so as not to experience this problem on their packaging?
Yes, there are several other waterproof socks available - here's a review on 5 makes.
My hubby swears by using plastic bags to prevent blisters when he gets a hotspot. A trick taught to him by a park ranger and it works - for him - but, oh yes, his feet get sweaty and stink! If you want to try this method, suggest that you use some nappy disposal bags. They are a staple on any of our trips and have many uses.
Good luck.
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