Winter Cycling - Has anybody used toe or hand warmers?

Eg the chemical ones you can find from outdoor stores like REI, Campmor.

Used (whole footbed) foot or Toe warmers?

If so, how did they feel (space wise) in your shoe?

TJ

I've used both the whole footbed model and the standard toe warmers.
No issues with space as I've got winter cycling shoes that have plenty of room. The warmers themselves don't take up much space and I've had no comfort issues when using them.

I've tried the toe warmers, they fit under the toes. I liked them, but I was commuting 25 miles one way, so about 10-12 miles I'd stop and stamp my feet, just to get the blood flowing. I wear/wore Sorels, those big rubber toed lined boots. Course you have to use platforms, no crank brother egg beaters.

I use the hand warmers. They last longer and they are smaller so you can tuck them between the ball of your foot and the cleat.

I like Toasti Toes brand foot warmers.

They are flatter than other kinds. They have an adhesvie backing which sticks right to the sock. They last longrer than other types I have tried.

I get mine at Home Depot but just saw some a local Walmart.

I've used, and will use again, toe warmers. They are thin enough so that you don't notice them, and they will make your ride much more enjoyable. Give them a shot. The worse thing is that you will not like them, and be out a couple of bucks. However, I doubt you will have that experience, as all my experiences have been good. These are what I've used with success. They last 4-6 hours, and have an adhesive so they stick to the bottom of your sock.

The above toe warmers work very well...

I've used, and will use again, toe warmers. They are thin enough so that you don't notice them, and they will make your ride much more enjoyable. Give them a shot. The worse thing is that you will not like them, and be out a couple of bucks. However, I doubt you will have that experience, as all my experiences have been good. These are what I've used with success. They last 4-6 hours, and have an adhesive so they stick to the bottom of your sock.




Me too, just the ticket for a good solid four hours.

I've used the hand warmers (for my hands) and weren't particularly impressed. Next time its cold enough (probably below 20F) I'll try one mitten with a hand warmer, one without.

Has anyone tried electric socks? Generally used for hunting.

Thanks for your replies.

Anybody had any damage to socks from these?

I wear Merino wool socks.

I ordered some of the Grabber brand toe warmers from Campmor.

TJ

Is it best to put these toe heaters on top of or under your toes??

Directions state to place onto socks, not skin, to avoid burning

I just Re-read; you mean above or below toes. I put on top because I pull/ankle less on the up-stroke (I have less pressure on the tops of my toes during the pedal stroke than the ball of my foot when pushing down)

I've used, and will use again, toe warmers. They are thin enough so that you don't notice them, and they will make your ride much more enjoyable. Give them a shot. The worse thing is that you will not like them, and be out a couple of bucks. However, I doubt you will have that experience, as all my experiences have been good. These are what I've used with success. They last 4-6 hours, and have an adhesive so they stick to the bottom of your sock.



Yep...love these things!