Comments on: Cycling socks and overshoes

By: Big Softy

Big Softy — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:57:59 +0000

Personally, I swear by Sealskinz waterproof socks for wet weather.
They’re a bit pricey, 25 quid and up, but a fantastic investment in comfort.
They’re breathable, keep my feet warm and dry, and last for years. I’ve got 4 pairs that I’ve been wearing for the last 3 years whenever rain is forecast.
They also do great waterproof gloves too.
Dry, therefore warm, hands and feet make the journey so much easier.

By: Mika

Mika — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:52:22 +0000

I like these ones;

http://bikewearhouse.com/t/categories/socks/

They are made with some sort of wicking coolmax, I have never heard of that material but usually with ordinary socks my feet are really hot and sweaty after. However with these socks they seem to be more dry and cool after a long ride.

By: Andreas

Andreas — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:58:19 +0000

Pat – thanks for recommending Seal Skinz I’ve contacted them to see if we can put together a review for the blog.
Sam – I agree mudguards are a great addition to a bike during the winter months. I only just put my mudguards back on the other day and I wonder what had took me so long!

By: Samuel G

Samuel G — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:38:33 +0000

Hi Andreas, I’m surprised to see no mention of what i believe to be the most important factor in keeping your feet dry when cycling – full length mudguards and a mudflap. In my experience 90% of spray comes from below, not above!

By: pat r

pat r — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 18:31:39 +0000

hi i have used sealskins for 4 years .from walking on dartmoor to long bike rides . they are great and will last if looked after by regular cool rinsing in clean water . a tip i wear a realy thin cotton sock underneath to prevent wear .

By: Andreas

Andreas — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:19:15 +0000

Heard lots of stories of people walking in them and they just get completely destroyed. They are literally only for cycling in.

By: Geoff

Geoff — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 07:23:22 +0000

Endura MTB Overshoes; fell apart on the bottom within a few weeks, maybe used on 4 seperate rides. It appears that you're only allowed to cycle with them and not walk with them. Even the distance across train station platforms and from a cycle lock up into the office. Seems to be a common problem, as others have reported the same and Endura should probably recall them,

By: Andreas

Andreas — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 10:13:37 +0000

I have read a good review of the endura road overshoe so thanks for recommending it to others

By: Balint

Balint — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:42:16 +0000

I’m using an Endura Road Overshoe and I’m very satisfied with it. My commute is 2×1 hour long and it helped a lot to keep me dry on more than one occasion.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Endura_Road_Overshoes/5360020535/