Insulating insoles (1 Viewer)

[Boogieshrew]

Hi,

has anyone got any recommendations for really effective insulating insoles for walking boots?

Think I must be getting old, I'm really feeling the cold in the soles of my feet these days!

Thanks

 

[Jumbo]

A friend of mine has Raynaud's and swears by aerogel inserts. A quick search shows they are available in the UK, costing £16-20, marketed as Toasty Feet. [Possibly cheaper elsewhere?]

I find starting off with warm feet really helps, otherwise I just never get warm on really cold winter's days. I've taken to putting my boots on a warm radiator for half an hour before going out, seems to work a treat. HTH

 

[Bird_Bill]

Retired now, have worked in some cold environments and plain ol' felt wool inserts seemed to do the best. Lacrosse for instance, makes both 6mm and 9mm thick inserts for less than $10 (US) a pair. Kept my tootsies warm on 10 hour long days, at temps as low as -27c (-17f). Tried synthetics, and wool still seem to outperform.

 

[Boogieshrew]

Thanks Jumbo and Bill.

I was thinking felt ones myself. I think I'll give them a go.

Wishing you warm feet this winter!

 

[oetzi]

As mentioned, wool is best. Woolen socks, too. Boots should still fit loose to avoid reduced circulation of blood. Liberal amounts of talcum are recommended. Only dry skin feels warm.

 

[etudiant]

If insoles are not enough, disposable heat packs will keep feet reasonably toasty. They are limited by the air supply, so they don't get too hot in the shoe. Still, put them on the sole, not the top of the shoe, because circulation
is a lot less on the top of the foot. A package of 40 here:
http://www.amazon.com/HotHands-Body...3387515&sr=8-1&keywords=disposable+heat+packs

Alternatively, ski shops carry electrically heated boot insoles, usually good for 6-10 hrs per charge, at considerably higher cost, typically well over $100.

 

[joespy]

Hi,

has anyone got any recommendations for really effective insulating insoles for walking boots?

Think I must be getting old, I'm really feeling the cold in the soles of my feet these days!

Thanks

Best Insoles I've ever had are Sorbothane ( still using them), they are quite warm and have excellent impact support.. better though with a size larger boot than normal to help circulation....
Cheers Joe