Cotton Walking Socks

One of my friends who used Sports Socks in a hill area during winter described this experience. When he went out for a walk it was too cold. He returned to his cottage after an hour or so. After entering his cottage first he removed his shoes. Then when he wanted to change his socks by removing the socks which he was wearing, he was unable to, since the socks was sticking to his feet strongly, making it difficult for him to remove. Finally he removed it by cut opening the socks. Do you have a similar experience? Can you please explain why it is so?

Cotton absorbs moisture, as opposed to wicking it away and letting it evaporate. But it is also warm. In the winter, what this means is that, initially, cotton socks will keep your feet TOO warm, causing your feet to sweat. In cold temps, damp feet get even colder. The moisture can even partially freeze, causing your socks to stick. And, of course, your feet will be freezing, too.

The best way to avoid this is to stay away from cotton. Wool is much better, and a wool blended with synthetic fabric is best. It will keep your feet warm, but not smother them to the point of sweating, and any moisture is quickly wicked away and evaporated. Hiking socks are ideal, as almost all of them are a wool/synthetic blend, and are intended for things like hiking, skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing in cold temps.

2007-05-08 04:29:06 by ce

Kintec Human Kinetic Specialist Dave explains why cotton socks "suck" moisture, and the advantages to technical moisture-wicking ...

I know this is gross, but... I always have hard calloused feet. No corns or infections, just a lot of hard and rough skin. I have tried everything from soaking and washing to using cream, emory boards/pumice and corn parers (I use it on the hard callouses). Nothing really helps, although the corn parers and cream are better than the rest. I also wear comfortable sneakers and cotton socks. I do a lot of walking and other exercise. What can I do? Thanks for any suggestions.

I'm a nail technician, I have been for 7 years, I find that using vicks vapo rub, rubbing it all over your feet, and always using a GOOD foot file, not a cheapy one, OPI makes a great foot file, daily will help too. But really, those callouses and hard spots are on your feet for a reason, they are protecting you by the way you stand, or how you walk, and the amount you are on your feet. Lather up with Vapor Rub (even cheap kind), put on some good coton socks, and go to sleep! Vicks vapor rub also helps in the healing of toe fungus, athletes foot, etc. Good Luck! E-mail me with more questions if you'd like.

2007-03-14 16:30:18 by Katie B

Price: $14.99 $14.99

Size 11 fits shoe 5.5-8.5; size 13 fits 9-12.5; size 15 fits 13-15
Lightweight padding with added spandex in arch for a more comfortable fit and arch support
Midweight padding in the ball and heel cushions and protects against shock, impact and shear forces

I am fortunate to visit European cities, but my feet cannot handle it any more. I have been wearing boots, but I cannot handle more than 4 hours. What brand footwear do you recommend? Is there an insert that is cushy? What about socks? Wool or cotton? I even bandaid each toe.

A good pair of trainers, oder eaters as inserts will help and help you keep your friends ;)

Bif socks will help but you'll get too warm, so regular sport type socks.

If you find it tough walking on cobble stones even with trainers, keep taking breaks, pop into a coffee shop and relax for a while.

2007-11-13 01:17:00 by john&casey

Price: $19.99 $15.49

Ideal for sports or walking
Reinforced Heel and Toe
Made of 80% cotton, 13% Nylon, and 7% Lycra Spandex

One of my friends who used Sports Socks in a hill area during winter described this experience. When he went out for a walk it was too cold. He returned to his cottage after an hour or so. After entering his cottage first he removed his shoes. Then when he wanted to change his socks by removing the socks which he was wearing, he was unable to, since the socks was sticking to his feet strongly, making it difficult for him to remove. Finally he removed it by cut opening the socks. Do you have a similar experience? Can you please explain why it is so?

Cotton is a natural fiber and excellent in the summer when you tend to sweat, as it will absorb the sweat. However in the winter, well you know how cotton socks operate and it is not advisable to wear them in the winter. Instead you need to find 100% wool socks. For a reason I do not know, wool socks help with the circulation and are good for those who have circulation problems.

2007-05-08 04:32:54 by ce

My feet are killing me after a few hours. I've tried running shoes/gym/tennis shoes, boots, shoes. I bandaid each toe to prevent blisters. Is there a brand you've worn that you could recommend? What about inserts? What type of sock? Cotton, wool?

I don't live in Europe but I live in Charleston around the historic district and there are many cobblestone streets there. I've always found boots with about a 1 1/2 inch heel work for me. Also make sure the heel is thick. Not a little stick heel.

2007-11-13 01:28:58 by john&casey