Acerbis No-Wet Socks

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I also have these (the non leather hightop version) Vivobarefoot hiking shoes, which say they are "hydrophobic," whatever that means, and are super comfortable and minimalist, which may be better for hiking, and are definitely multi season. These are very similar to the mid-calf Randy Sun Cold Weather Sock, they fit our shoes without changing the fit and were comfortable enough for all-day wear. I would say that your Goretex boots were the problem, since once the water entered, it had no way of escaping. We've brushed the inner fabric surface to give it a thick, fleece-like, high quality texture which feels incredibly warm and soft next to your skin. I've had this very conversation whilst doing an outdoors course with an MCI and his verdict was they are top tier for when you're going through mile after mile of off track routes, where you're getting plenty of precip and may need to do some fording (think Iceland or some Scottish routes).

Featuring glue and blind-stitch construction to prevent cold water flushing and help keep your feet warm, along with a comfortable seam layout designed to maximise comfort when sailing. However that said I would usually just put up with wet feet because the neoprene would only be ok for a short time before getting too sweaty and the other options will get wet eventually.

On my, mostly April-May Caminos, I have walked with sodden feet in torrential downpours, as well as slogged through ankle-deep wet snow and mud. Staying barefoot til you've registered, had your credencial stamped, and found your bed will easily do the trick. With shoe covers, wool and fleece socks were slightly warmer, probably because our feet were less clammy. They still help after they start leaking though, as they stop cold water from 'flushing' through and the water trapped inside does eventually warm up so they do still work to keep you warm despite letting some water in, a bit like wearing a wetsuit. give up on waterproof trail running shoes forever, use normal non-waterproof ones when it’s wet (and dry), get wet feet - be sad (and cold!

Since Teva sandals were mentioned: instead of those I've got some Keen Clearwater CNX sandals (their minimal line) because I am clumsy and need toe guards. but they are still under the tree because my daughter is isolating with covid so Christmas has been postponed!

And perhaps it has to do with spending a fair bit of time around the gritstone edges where the sand is particularly gritty. Backpacking Light helps hikers and other backcountry enthusiasts overcome their barriers to living a life outside in Wild Places. But, it drives me a little crazy that newbie hikers/backpackers (common on the camino boards) are still immersed in myths and outdated info about footwear and hiking/packing norms.

Water proof socks are great if you're operating below your foot-sweat threshold, and, the temperature difference isn't enough to cause too much condensation build-up.On preview, barchan is right though, the sand is definitely going to be a bigger problem than the cold/water. And even then, many of what I think of as 'nice' runs involve water well over the top of any shoes/socks, so it all become somewhat academic!

Honestly, after trying out water proofing (even that 3M magic stuff), wax, gaiters, and even sewing with velcro some homemade gaiter like tops a la Rough Country Gaiters, I've come to the conclusion the best defense is just to bring another pair of shoes, switching them out and letting them dry as needed, with lots of extra socks.I also use seal skinz, nice socks, pretty comfy, not totally waterproof but keep your feet warmer than a traditional sock. I wore one pair of Teko Medium Hiking Socks the whole way (rinsing them out a couple of times – not a proper wash) and they were comfortable every day. But the little evidence I have, says Sealskin socks fail if you don't wear strong running socks underneath.