[Closed] Waterproof Socks. All much the same?

My dexshell ones have been just as good as my sealskinz. They might also have retained their shape/elasticity better over time.

I'm in the same boat and have just bought my other half a set of the showerspass socks in the recent sale, if you have an ST Sub there is 20% of anyway so you haven't missed much if you got some of them.

https://showerspass.co.uk/search?q=waterproof%20socks*

I've bought these primarily for being windproof, if keeping water out is the aim then you really need long socks in my experience.

As with all waterproof socks, drip dry, don't wring them out, put on the radiator, etc.

I go the other way and use neoprene saling socks as I found even waterproof socks ain't waterproof enough

Depends how cold her feet are, the cause and if you want specific winter waterproof shoes and socks or the same all year.

I find Dexshell less springy so they don't constrict the foot as much, the lining is immaterial if you have really cold feet far better to be able to get a really thick sock in. (+2 shoe sizes on shoes and socks).

Whichever socks need to be shorter than the waterproof ones or water will run down the leg and into the sock.

Totally with Duncan, use these 👍 Palm stomp socks with thermal lining and ankle gasket for much less than some Sealskinz and they actually keep you warm. Do need to wash them though or they get a bit smelly

https://www.canoeandkayakstore.co.uk/products/palm-stomp-socks-2020#foo&gid=1&pid=1

I was penny pinching in January and bought some from Amazon that were about 15% less than seal Skinz, I’m convinced only one of them is actually waterproof. My sealskins must have lasted me 8 years and these haven’t survived 2 rides. I still wear them as they keep my feet warm but I’d be looking for some decent reviews before I buy my next pair.

Only ever tried sealskinz, I have the high ones and have had them for two winters so far. I find them to be pretty good.
Had been riding for years without using anything like that. I just used to put a thin sock under my normal riding socks. If it was a particularly cold spell I'd put some of those warming pads in my shoes.

Have, a few pairs of sealskins and aldi ones, prefer sealskins,buy cheap in summer months. Tried the rooster sailing socks too, too warm for me, but my Mrs loves them

Do need to wash them though or they get a bit smelly

I mostly just wash the socks I put underneath (thin layer and then the 2cm thick fleece ones).... I rinse the outer waterproof socks in the bath and drip dry.

I've just bought Bridgedale which are a much better fit than sealskinz, and have noticed that Planet X have some for under £15. Bound to be worth a punt at that surely?.

I find the dexshells better than sealskinz but the sizing is more important for them than sealskinz I think. TBH I'm pretty satisfied with both.

Used knee length std Dexshells and sealskins, sealskins slightly better fit imho but that’s my feet, both have kept me dry on 25 mile winter xc bog fests

Have just ordered a pair of cold sealskins (merino lined), to see if they’re any good.

Anything waterproof over the top and big enough shoes
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https://heatholders.co.uk/products/6-11-uk-39-45-eur-iomi-heat-holders-dual-layer-raynauds-thermal-warm-slipper-socks-black?variant=32717754433645

I have a few pairs

Aldi, great value but poor seal the top

Recent sealskins ankle, decent seal at the top that rips your leg hairs off if you just pull them

The sealskins last longer than the aldi before water trickles in the top

Army surplus sealskins knee high. Like wearing wellies, brilliant. Until the water makes its way in the top, then its like wearing wellies full of water, absolutely miserable as they go baggy full of water around the ankle. They do not have the rubber seal of my newer ankle sealskins.

They are all great until water comes in the top. So generally wear on rides where the rain is not constant,

If rain is constant you need waterproof trousers over the top to stop rain coming in.

Sailing / canoeing neoprene socks are a good call for when you know you are gonna be soaked to the skin after a couple of hours no matter what you wear.

I also have neoprene sailing gloves for those times and intend to pick up some neoprene socks.

Anyone tried these? https://www.360dry.co.uk/

I have had Sealskin and Dexshell. Early S/skin weren't great but last year's purchase with grippy top have been much better. Only leaked three hours into a four hour event in Noah's Ark weather. Dexshell were very small. Even XL were v, tight on my admittedly huge feet which means they are not as warm as they should be.

I've got no point of reference as they're the first waterproof socks I've owned, but I got a pair of Otters a month or so back and on the 3 rides I've used them on, they've kept my feet warm and dry. Even while I was hosing my shoes down post-ride.

From the online research I did, they seem to be well regarded on walking/hiking forums. The ones I've got are the longer length ones, which come to about mid-calf on me.

Otter Waterproof breathable socks

I have the EDZ merino lined knee high waterproof socks for pairing with 3/4s. Not massively impressed. The fit is good and better than sealskinz I had previously but still the toe area suffers with chill and the socks suffer the inevitable water wicking down from the top eventually. Leaving you with a cold bag of water round your feet.
I also have a pair of Goretex liner socks which are intended to be worn with a fabric sock underneath. Good but you do need to tape the tops closed to your shins.