Road Cycling - Cold Feet

It's getting cold outside and my tootsies need some protection. Suggestions on shoe/toe covers including your comfort level in terms of outside temps? Thanks in advance. Happy Thanksgiving.

It's getting cold outside and my tootsies need some protection. Suggestions on shoe/toe covers including your comfort level in terms of outside temps? Thanks in advance. Happy Thanksgiving.I've tried a number of expensive things. I finally settled on an extra pair of socks and an old pair of rubbers (galoshes) that I cut a hole out of for my cleats. Works in the rain too.

Extra socks, and duct tape over the toes.

I have a pair of thin liner socks I got from Sierra Trading Post, so I put those on first. Then I have 2 pair of thick socks I put on next. Then I put on my shoes, and for the really cold weather, I have the neoprene boots. That does the trick and keeps my toes warm for a few hours.

Koffee

Thank God I moved to Florida!!!!!!!! :D

I've tried most everything I could think of and my feet always end up cold before I arrive at work until I purchased a pair of Lake MXZ 300 winter shoes. They are by far the warmest shoes I've ever worn on a bike. At 20 degrees I'm still toasty for the whole ride.

Extra socks, and duct tape over the toes.

I've been considering the duct tape since my daughter has started crafting things like bracelets, purses, and wallets out of it. I might also try some knee high nylons as my wife always complains how nylons are hot in the summer time but comfy in the winter.

Get some of those battery powered heated hunting socks.

Try cabelas, or bass pro shops or something like that,



http://www.allsportsocks.com/batpowbrlecs.html

I've tried a variety of things from extra socks, to wearing baggies over my socks, to booties, to even wearing 2 pairs of socks and 2 pairs booties. They all seem to work ok down to about 32F (0C). After that, I've decided you just *have* to have decent winter shoes. I have the Northwave Grizzly shoe from last year. Unfortunately, I've switched to Look pedals since then, so I need to find a new winter shoe that will fit Look pedals for this coming winter. The Northwave I have don't fit the Look pedals. Course, I can also switch back to my SPD pedals for the winter.

I've been able to ride at under 10F with winter shoes, regular socks, plus a pair of wool socks, and a pair of booties over the shoes with no cold feet at all. At that amount of cold, it's harder for me to keep my legs, crotch, and face warm.

Its getting cold out?

40 Degrees, 10mph wind, 15mph average, speed versus one pair of heavy cotton socks, one pair of Smartwool socks, and a sandwich baggie. Winner? The 40 Degrees, etc.! I froze my tootsies and had to cut my ride short.

Tomorrow I'm off to Bass Pro to get a pair of good sock liners.

Nashbar toe covers. 24.99. Keeps the toes warm in 25F temps on a 1 hour commute. If it gets colder, I switch to my winter commuter bike that has pedals and toe straps and use a cheap snow boot. Walmart brand. Works good.

Get some of those battery powered heated hunting socks.

Try cabelas, or bass pro shops or something like that,



http://www.allsportsocks.com/batpowbrlecs.html


Crazy idea but more socks and dont ride in th rain!! :)
Marie

Go to Wal Mart or K Mart in the hunting dept and,
get some of the chemical hand warmers. Some of them
have different degrees of temp. Put them in the bottom
of your shoe (I don't put them next to my skin) and
you should toasty warm feet.

I thought about that- they sell hand warmers and you can get them on ebay for super cheap. People usually sell them by the case, and you can get them pretty dang cheap. However, those things can get really hot, then what do you do? I almost hate the idea of having my feet too hot as I do too cold. :-/

Koffee

I have seen them come in different temp. ratings.
Start out with the lowest temp. first, then go up
if you need to.

I went to Bass Pro and they didn't have any silk sock liners that were my size, but they had row after row of other types, from $44.95 per pair for Gore-Tex that guarenteed to be water proof and to breathe and keep your feet warm, and the Seal Skins for $25-$35, and down to simple things.

I got a pair of Redhead liners made from something called Outlast. Its a propietary fabric that says it will keep your feet "just right." I wore them today under a pair of Smartwool socks in 40 degree weather, with a slight breeze, and averaging about 13mph. While I would not call my feet toasty, they were not cold, and it was very comfortable. Plus, they only cost $6.95.

Time will tell if they work at lower temps.

saw some neoprene gloves and feet covers at wal-mart in the fishing dept for $9.99.

i've put sandwich bags over my socks and under my shoes. other than that, i have toe covers (calien-toes, etc) and full neoprene shoe covers for colder weather.

Thank God I moved to Florida!!!!!!!! :D

I second that! It might be a little warm in the summer, but there is nothing like cycling in Feb in shorts! :)

saw some neoprene gloves and feet covers at wal-mart in the fishing dept for $9.99.

i've put sandwich bags over my socks and under my shoes. other than that, i have toe covers (calien-toes, etc) and full neoprene shoe covers for colder weather.

You just triggered something in my ancient brain. Fishermen that wade can get neoprene socks for inside their waders. These are similar to the ones scuba divers wear. 2mm and 2mm socks are $12.95 and $15.95, respectively.
My shoes are made with a lot of "webbing" for ventilation on hot days, so it also my do my feet good to get a pair of those winter cycling boots. Until I save up $200, I'm going to try the neoprene socks.
I forgot to say that I found these in the Cabela's catalog. Cabelas.com. Item numbers MD-81-0671 and MD-81-0672.
I also found some on the REI website. They are under "Paddling". They have a fleece lining.

Go to Wal Mart or K Mart in the hunting dept and,
get some of the chemical hand warmers. Some of them
have different degrees of temp. Put them in the bottom
of your shoe (I don't put them next to my skin) and
you should toasty warm feet.
What happens if you sweat or they get wet? I've considered this option except that I'm afraid that I'll sweat or cross a creek and get a chemical burn? Okay, I wasn't afraid of that until I read this post, but now I am.