Just thinking of this is Schnees in Montana. I know they use to make their own boots and I say used to as the pair I have are 10 years old now and have not gotten any more from them. I don't wear them every day but I wear them enough in the winter as they are my go to chore boot. They are warm and water proof. Though these are their bison and are more like a pac boot. They are not cheap.
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can always get the electric socks. might be able to righ up an adapter for when int he truck / tractor to use 'system' power.
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Forge,
I still have a pair of smartwool socks I bought with those asolo boots and I wore them (I had two pair, port and starbord) every time I taught a class, hunted, or went out in the snow. They are getting thin spots and they are STILL the BEST SOCKS EVER!
David
Anyone heard of Wells Lamont?? My local Rural King had there brand of socks on sell. I looked at the material in them, no cotton. So I got a few pairs and well try them out. I have a pair of there gloves, they are insulated I use for cutting firewood. They work real good at keeping my hands warm.
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That sounds like the ticket. I'll add another ingredient, cayenne pepper. Just sprinkle a small amount between the two layers. Before you laugh this off, think about what hot chili does to your BM the day after eating hot, spicy food.
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forgeblast
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mossflowerwoods, same with me the asolo 520's that I have are the best all around boot I have ever worn.
They are great for all terrain, and warm enough for bow season and this year rifle.
Its the most I had ever spent on a pair of boots, but I tweeked my knee and needed something a bit more sturdy. I read 250 positive reviews and I can agree with each one, its a great boot.
Some of the best gear for warmth, imo is the first ascent gear by eddie bauer. You can get it 40-50% off during their big sale. Its great for layering and keeps me really warm.
They are great for all terrain, and warm enough for bow season and this year rifle.
Its the most I had ever spent on a pair of boots, but I tweeked my knee and needed something a bit more sturdy. I read 250 positive reviews and I can agree with each one, its a great boot.
Some of the best gear for warmth, imo is the first ascent gear by eddie bauer. You can get it 40-50% off during their big sale. Its great for layering and keeps me really warm.
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I have an Asolo hiking boot that I thought was the greatest, but they have now caused some foot discomfort after a year or so.
But the worst thing about them is they have the most slippery sole I have ever seen, especially for a hiker. I almost killed myself the first week I had them, slipping on a rubber stair runner. Then again on wet rocks while hiking. Unbelievable, don't know what compound they use but they are actually dangerous, and these were their high end model.
On the wet rocks near a river, I actually had to get on all fours :confused2: My kids and wife were fine with their cheap shoes, laughing at me.
JB
But the worst thing about them is they have the most slippery sole I have ever seen, especially for a hiker. I almost killed myself the first week I had them, slipping on a rubber stair runner. Then again on wet rocks while hiking. Unbelievable, don't know what compound they use but they are actually dangerous, and these were their high end model.
On the wet rocks near a river, I actually had to get on all fours :confused2: My kids and wife were fine with their cheap shoes, laughing at me.
JB
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Cotton is bad in cold weather since it holds moisture next to your skin and keeps you cold. Wet or moist socks could lead to blisters.
For boots I size them so I can wear TWO sets of socks. Next to the skin is a thin sock. I think all of my thin socks are made out of Poly material. Then goes thick wool socks. I wear this summer and winter. If I am working this keeps me warm. If I am sitting on a deer stand or running the tractor then I will get a bit cold after a few hours if it is really cold outside.
If I was sitting for long periods I would buy insulated work boots.
Thin, non cotton socks followed by wool socks, makes a difference in summer and winter for me.
My dad though still has trouble keeping his feet warm.
You might have to try to old Indian trick of digging a hole in the ground that is just large enough to burn a fire and hold your feet without burning. Big problem is moving the hole.
Later,
Dan
For boots I size them so I can wear TWO sets of socks. Next to the skin is a thin sock. I think all of my thin socks are made out of Poly material. Then goes thick wool socks. I wear this summer and winter. If I am working this keeps me warm. If I am sitting on a deer stand or running the tractor then I will get a bit cold after a few hours if it is really cold outside.
If I was sitting for long periods I would buy insulated work boots.
Thin, non cotton socks followed by wool socks, makes a difference in summer and winter for me.
My dad though still has trouble keeping his feet warm.
You might have to try to old Indian trick of digging a hole in the ground that is just large enough to burn a fire and hold your feet without burning. Big problem is moving the hole.
Later,
Dan
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I am a big fan of SmartWool cushioned hiking socks. They work great in my work boots.
If I end up working outdoors a lot and have an issue with cold feet, I'd be tempted to buy some electric socks, or ski boot heaters. The ski boot heaters are more expensive ($150-200), but may be a better investment. They come with small rechargeable battery packs, and the heating element attaches to your existing footbed (it's a thin self-adhesive foil/circuit).
If I end up working outdoors a lot and have an issue with cold feet, I'd be tempted to buy some electric socks, or ski boot heaters. The ski boot heaters are more expensive ($150-200), but may be a better investment. They come with small rechargeable battery packs, and the heating element attaches to your existing footbed (it's a thin self-adhesive foil/circuit).
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You might have to try to old Indian trick of digging a hole in the ground that is just large enough to burn a fire and hold your feet without burning. Big problem is moving the hole.
Later,
Dan
Or digging the hole!
JB
forgeblast
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I didnt have that problem with the Asolo's. I will have to check them out before I buy a new pair. Did you return them or did you have to scuff them up using sandpaper?
After I tweeked my knee, my knee dr told me to use some superfeet insoles. I did and then my toes started going numb. I googled it(got to love google) and it seems that it was a common problem when you put superfeet in the boots. I just went with a cusioned insole and the problem went away.
After I tweeked my knee, my knee dr told me to use some superfeet insoles. I did and then my toes started going numb. I googled it(got to love google) and it seems that it was a common problem when you put superfeet in the boots. I just went with a cusioned insole and the problem went away.
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Or digging the hole!/QUOTE]
Gets even more difficult when your 20 feet up a tree and sitting on your platform waitin for some action.
RandyT
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That's cruel, but true.
If you haven't tried them yet, let me suggest a pair of Red Wing boots with the Super Sole. Very good sole that doesn't freeze your feet. I buy the Pecos pull-on. :thumbsup:
Couldn't get super soles to stay attached to the boot for more than 30 days. Three pair in 60 days, replaced under warranty. Last pair store replaced with another boot with a different sole they lasted 3 months. My job requires me to work on my knnes alot and the pulling of the sole due to toes curled. I can't get any of the Red Wings to last more than 6 months
The $37 bahma boots at walmart last me all summer.
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JB,
I have a couple pairs of boots that depending on the surface have that issue also. One of them is my tan ARMY boots!
My suspicion is that it is the Vibram soles...
I have not seen Asolo's anywhere lately, but I don't go to malls etc, so I might just be looking in all the wrong places....
David
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I got mine from moosejaw.com
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I've had vibram soles all my life, they may not be the greatest on wet surfaces, they are at least predictable, you normally use caution on wet surfaces, but these Asolos are like ice skates. I literally had to go on all 4's after almost smashing my face open from slipping. And this was just wet, no moss or mildew. Everyone else was just walking around normally.
I never heard of Asolo before a couple of years ago, they feel so solid like a ski boot I tell people, I liked them at first, but they cause my feet discomfort now, not sure why.
JB
You need a pair of these Dunlop Puroforts:
http://http://www.dunlopboots.com/business/boots/purofort-thermo-safety[/IMG][/URL]
I bought a pair of them last year and have never had cold feet in them - even snowblowing for over an hour in -20 C, or working on outdoor winter construction sites.
I have no idea how they work - they appear to be a fairly normal rubber boot with no lining - but man do they work! They are "green patch" certified safety boots.
They make lots of different styles - as far as I can tell all of them are ugly. If you can stand the looks...
They are expensive, though.
Hope this helps, AP
http://http://www.dunlopboots.com/business/boots/purofort-thermo-safety[/IMG][/URL]
I bought a pair of them last year and have never had cold feet in them - even snowblowing for over an hour in -20 C, or working on outdoor winter construction sites.
I have no idea how they work - they appear to be a fairly normal rubber boot with no lining - but man do they work! They are "green patch" certified safety boots.
They make lots of different styles - as far as I can tell all of them are ugly. If you can stand the looks...
They are expensive, though.
Hope this helps, AP
Whoops - Bad link.
Try this: Purofort Thermo+ safety | Dunlop Boots
You'll note that they are rated to -50C!
AP
Try this: Purofort Thermo+ safety | Dunlop Boots
You'll note that they are rated to -50C!
AP
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