My argument that waterproof shoes fail applies to prolonged wet conditions like those in the East or Alaska lateSpring early Summer Mountain West. If needed can stuff my Skinfit hybrid jacket on top. So I dont know how they hold upto longer hikes etc [...]

At AMYeah it s modified Thule rack. For instance on backcountry ski touring trip this past weekend daytime highs were the mid and snow became wet some of moisture absorbed into my leather boots [...]

I m taking what need to feel secure and able rest intervals comfortably when needed unless it blowing mph. Also what is the best for all of puffiness and pressure my ankles feet know it circulation thing drink lot water eat healthy that just how live. Thank you i wish all good times on your adventures Reply Sabine Jaroschka November at am going to participate the burgenland extreme january austria km hrs. It has separate compartment to keep readily accessible tools such knife multitool firestarters and bike pump [...]

I also hike in the wool socks as well. The Ultimate Hiker s Gear Guide . Wet feet can result in Maceration or pruning which results from the outer layer of skin absorbing moisture [...]

Thank you also to those that have shared their Anyway this same friend myself and few others going be hiking Bus late June. I could imagine marginal benefit of these socks since they probably do better at keeping moisture away from skin than conventional [...]

The friend who sent me here suggested Hydropel but that not being made any more. They let your feet dry out and don get hot spots which cause blisters. The potential problem with and this applies to petroleum jelly lesser degree Hydropel too that just doesn stick well gets washed out away of skin by water abrasion [...]

I noticed another comment about prolonged trips in rain and you mentioned there would be post for it but havent found so just curious. You can rent packrafts from my friend Ed Plumb great guy http Reply Chris Zeller April pm speak about monthlong expeditions to the arctic or in wet northeast but find that for day hiking and backpacking Colorado possible keep your feet dry with full leather treated synthetic goretex style liners. However their open design is a huge vulnerability unprotected toes banging against rocks and embedded roots levered sticks impaling or crushing side of foot annoying debris collecting underfoot [...]

Most of this system based on decisions made before my fiveday bike tour Alaska west coast last March and stuck with after the hard lessons that trip. If they are dry again which indicates that all of Climbers Salve was absorbed then reapply. On the other hand Wiggy s compacts down to size of baseball. tps minimizWhy Climber Salve helps [...]

I have never heard before of Drymax fiber and to presume that this simply repackaging polyester nylon which case the socks will perform similarly other . Nine skills that will allow you to go lighter email protected Ultimate Hiking Gear Clinic Responses Minimizing the effects and aftermath of wet feet John Smith April am use Geritrex Hydrophilic Ointment. Try Glacier Gloves Sun [...]

I was walking with Columbia boat shoes the occational breeze flowing through net upper heaven But amount of people who would give out to me for not wearing correct footwear amazing If really wet and very cold my socks didn dry overnight then place socked feet into thin freezer bag gives great insulation layer boot snuggely warm despite . Base layer Skinfit top Gore Windstopper tights Drymax socks vapor barrier Toestees fleece Vasque Arrowhead boots primaloft outerboots designed by Beat Mountain Hardwear hat and mittens if temps are above zero my core is warm usually barehanded pogies. Trekking poles also help. If you were in a similar position what types of steps might take to mitigate the problems associated with foot moisture Reply Andrew Skurka January am would try condition my ankles that they could support load [...]

We always air our feet out at night and wear dry socks to sleep. Reply Fred June at pm Thanks for the great info as always Mr. What shoes do you grab when backpacking Thanks Reply Andrew Skurka February pm Well least are aware of your would look for robust trail running with grippy outsole. I couldn t find the ingredient list for stuff you sell and have some sensitivities went with something that knew ought to work my skin [...]

Paria Canyon usually sense temperatures between during the day that time of year and like to know if you think get away with your strategy just wool socks. le function SharedLogHelper . length tAttribute id f new . I ask this because our winters Ontario can have mild toc days with wet snow followed by bitter nights [...]