SOCKS

When selecting socks, select carefully and NEVER wear cotton! Good sock choices include thin nylon, polypropylene, fleece, wool or synthetic blends. Wool or fleece is best for keeping a good warm insulation value on your feet. Make sure your socks fit properly and don’t squish your feet or ball up underneath causing pressure points. When you feel your feet getting cold, it is time to change your socks. Bring an extra pair along with you to change if needed. If possible, these should also be carried in an inside pocket, or at least somewhere where they won’t accumulate any of the snow dust that always kicks up while riding.

If you need to change socks while working in the field, make sure someone is there to lend assistance if needed. You'll need to walk around to warm your feet up after changing socks and rapid but controlled movement is the best way to do so.

Photos of good socks and bad socks -- Coming Soon.