betanut
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Post by betanut on Mar 20, 2007 20:21:38 GMT
By the way can some kind member offer me a bit of advice. If you are wearing wellies what is the best way of keeping your tootsies warm in this cold weather? Neoprene socks? multi layers? Cos my feet have been as cold as xxxx the last few days on the river bank  Cheers lads To 'save' the moderating thread I've created this as a new post.... The secret of warm feet in wellies. You won't like it. Really, you won't. 1st - start off with a pair of tights - colour unimportant, but I hear black is popular ;D 2nd - Cut the tights to about calf height and check for 'fit'. 3rd - 2 or 3 layers of socks, start thin go to thick. When I was a ghillie this set up served me well although we wore thigh waders - let's not go too far with the stockings thing and waders  I thought it was daft, but it works. Neoprene socks - don't bother if you want to have any sort of domestic bliss, your feet will smell and they're not that good IMHO |
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elwyman
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Post by elwyman on Mar 20, 2007 20:32:47 GMT
I heard fishnet tights were best. ;D
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betanut
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Post by betanut on Mar 20, 2007 20:35:39 GMT
damn - I knew I'd forget about fishnets |
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Post by Sloggi on Mar 20, 2007 20:52:47 GMT
In case you don't share Betanut's fetish, try neoprene lined wellies - they are really good
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say
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Post by say on Mar 20, 2007 21:52:25 GMT
Greenbanks, Leave the 4x4 at the hut and have a wee walk between the rods, I'm sure this will keep the tootsie's warm.  Either that or maybe the heater in the motor is broken ;D Seriously, When I'm out fishing I always wear two pair of socks and then the neoprene sock of the breathable waders. My tootsie's are always warm but then again I'm probably concentrating on the fly swing across the pool which takes my mind off the cold feet SAY |
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Post by greenbanks on Mar 20, 2007 21:55:38 GMT
In case you don't share Betanut's fetish, try neoprene lined wellies - they are really good Thats what i have Gents but they still feel cold. Suspect that perspiration is not wicking away and getting cool. Quit the oily rags 6 months ago so probably screwed up my blood circulation after 30 years on the weed. I think the answer is a sock that wicks out but keeps heat in and would gladly pay whatever it takes.There is nothing more annoying than blooming cold feet on a cold day as they never seem to get warm even after a good walk. |
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Post by castlikeaghille on Mar 20, 2007 22:11:09 GMT
In case you don't share Betanut's fetish, try neoprene lined wellies - they are really good Thats what i have Gents but they still feel cold. Suspect that perspiration is not wicking away and getting cool. Quit the oily rags 6 months ago so probably screwed up my blood circulation after 30 years on the weed. I think the answer is a sock that wicks out but keeps heat in and would gladly pay whatever it takes.There is nothing more annoying than blooming cold feet on a cold day as they never seem to get warm even after a good walk. Southpark - thee need to heed the advices of Swiss Toni...having warm feet is much like making love to a beautiful woooman.....alternatively you could even try getting oot yer executive Chelsea Tractor and walking between beats to get the circulation goin'...later good fella p.s rumour has it even Windy Miller walks more than yee these days in yer new role as King of das South Park Hut...shirley knott?  |
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Post by sinkingtip on Mar 20, 2007 22:16:43 GMT
Norris of Penrith have a really good deal just now on the 'Hunter Hi-Scree' boot. I bought a pair recently for about £70 (size 12) in their sale and they are really comfy, waterproof, lined, warm and stylish. These were reduced from MMRP £150. I received their most recent 'flyer' and they are selling sizes 6/7 at £40 !!. Sale of the century as far as I am concerned. Recommended without reservation. |
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Post by greenbanks on Mar 20, 2007 22:21:34 GMT
Made me grin like Stanley Baxter that yin CLaG.
the walk from the Kirks to Park inn is still one of natures finer forays at present.Have seen today on the way there and back
2 Kingfishers,4 buzzards,1 sparrowhawk,4 Roe Deer,countless Pheasants and all sorts of Tits ;D
Ye dinnae see A' that frae the chelski tractor Never mind the red duffel coat.
BTW Have you had a Fush this season?
SPK
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Post by castlikeaghille on Mar 20, 2007 22:43:56 GMT
Made me grin like Stanley Baxter that yin CLaG. the walk from the Kirks to Park inn is still one of natures finer forays at present.Have seen today on the way there and back 2 Kingfishers,4 buzzards,1 sparrowhawk,4 Roe Deer,countless Pheasants and all sorts of Tits ;D Ye dinnae see A' that frae the chelski tractor Never mind the red duffel coat. BTW Have you had a Fush this season? SPK It's been such a crap start to everywhere's season I've been more interested in applying the last rites tae pig-eons and yearling Roe. H2 of this week is ma first go at Stobhallski - many of the usual supects including Collie Dog, Windy, The Don, Jim Jim, TMoB and the Lunchmaster plus special guest star from this fine forum donnieW...I might even keep awake long enough to do sum fushiein'....nah  Later dude CLaG |
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Post by salmonscotty16lb on Mar 21, 2007 1:10:18 GMT
Having just got in from working on site my car tells me -3 out and feet were fine with socks under my work boots. even under my waders i wear 1 pair of socks. keep working walking and and your toes moving ;D If not it will soon warm up  roll on April |
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Post by williegunn on Mar 21, 2007 8:48:20 GMT
In case you don't share Betanut's fetish, try neoprene lined wellies - they are really good You will need to dry the boots every night either using newspaper or the silicone bean bags designed for the job. Other wise you will find the boots are damp and cold. |
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Post by simmo on Mar 21, 2007 10:14:54 GMT
Hi there,
The problem with the neoprene socks is condensation. When the condensation builds up you get damp/wet feet leading to bl**dy cold ones. I had the same problem with my stockingfoot waders.
If you wear the socks of your choice, normal or fleeced followed by some waterproof breathable socks such as seelskinz then your neoprene socks, boots or whatever you have on. This keeps your feet dry & therefore warmer. The breathables keep the condensation out while letting out the moisture around your feet.
Worked for me.
Cheers
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Post by pertempledog on Mar 21, 2007 13:38:52 GMT
or you could become a bonefish guide Southpark.....
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Post by castlikeaghille on Mar 21, 2007 13:50:28 GMT
or you could become a bonefish guide Southpark..... Peacock Bass Guide might also do the trick.....  CLaG |
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Post by pertempledog on Mar 21, 2007 14:46:56 GMT
or dangle your toes in the crocodile infested waters of the Tay in the back end.....
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rennie
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Post by rennie on Mar 21, 2007 15:27:23 GMT
Throw the wellies away,bin the fancy socks etc. just buy yourself a good pair of "Moon Boots".Lots of different styles available now try coarse fishing shops,you don't have to look like a wally these days nor have the problems in walking on muddy/frozen banks.Had Moon Boots and Moon Boot thigh waders for eons always had roasty toasty feet in the colder months. Pedro.
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Cheers lads
roll on April
