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Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« on: May 20, 2015, 09:12:39 PM »
I've got this nice pr. of M/C boots that's just a little too big for me(riding works fine but they're a bit loose for walking)but not by much.I enjoy the boots and want to find a pr. of 'wide weave' polyester Thick socks that'll be comfortable,cool w/ some cushion to them.I have some that are not quite thick enough but wide weave,polyester and cool in the hot weather too. I'm so used to shopping at 'Wally World' that I don't really know where to find socks like I want. Any of you know? or have any experience you could share w/ me on where you found some comfortable riding socks for your boots ?

edit: the front where my toes are feels just right but back toward where the rear of my heel is, the fit is a little loose;I'm thinking thicker socks will be snug back there.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #1 on: May 21, 2015, 12:02:57 AM »
Wool ski socks
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #4 on: May 21, 2015, 06:20:10 AM »
Maybe some of those padded soles you put inside of the shoes?
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #5 on: May 21, 2015, 06:39:26 AM »
Quote from: flatlander on May 21, 2015, 02:06:07 AM
Quote from: Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er on May 21, 2015, 12:02:57 AM
merino Wool ski socks

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+1. Check out SmartWool socks. They make them in different thicknesses.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #6 on: May 21, 2015, 07:05:51 AM »
+1 to gel inserts (takes up some space) and merino wool socks
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #7 on: May 21, 2015, 07:59:54 AM »
Will those Merino wool socks be cool(breathe) in the heat as much as a similar wide weave polyester thick sock ?
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #8 on: May 21, 2015, 09:36:45 AM »
Quote from: grcamna2 on May 21, 2015, 07:59:54 AM
Will those Merino wool socks be cool(breathe) in the heat as much as a similar wide weave polyester thick sock ?
I have a pair of SmartWool PhD Meduim Outdoor Crew Socks that I wear just for riding.  80% merino wool + cotton/spandex.
Built for the outdoors, they are very comfortable and wicking when its hot.  Ive had them for 2+ years, and i'm probably due for another pair.  Spendy at $20+/-

http://www.smartwool.com/phd-collection/socks.html?gender=9914
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #9 on: May 21, 2015, 09:48:40 AM »
Quote from: flybox1 on May 21, 2015, 09:36:45 AM
Quote from: grcamna2 on May 21, 2015, 07:59:54 AM
Will those Merino wool socks be cool(breathe) in the heat as much as a similar wide weave polyester thick sock ?
I have a pair of SmartWool PhD Meduim Outdoor Crew Socks that I wear just for riding.  80% merino wool + cotton/spandex.
Built for the outdoors, they are very comfortable and wicking when its hot.  Ive had them for 2+ years, and i'm probably due for another pair.  Spendy at $20+/-

http://www.smartwool.com/phd-collection/socks.html?gender=9914
Smartwool socks are great.  Warm in winter and breaths great in summer.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #10 on: May 21, 2015, 11:01:02 AM »
Quote from: grcamna2 on May 21, 2015, 07:59:54 AM
Will those Merino wool socks be cool(breathe) in the heat as much as a similar wide weave polyester thick sock ?

they are better than polyester at keeping a nice climate.
insoles are also a good idea. you can get wool ones for added warmth in the cold season.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #11 on: May 21, 2015, 12:59:27 PM »
The Smartwool socks are the best hiking/backpacking socks I've found yet. Never had a problem with them not wicking or breathing even in the desert heat.  I'll usually take a change of socks when climbing Mt. Borah. Didn't need to change them before the descent like I did with other socks the last time I went up.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #12 on: May 21, 2015, 02:23:29 PM »
Quote from: ofreen on May 21, 2015, 12:59:27 PM
The Smartwool socks are the best hiking/backpacking socks I've found yet. Never had a problem with them not wicking or breathing even in the desert heat.  I'll usually take a change of socks when climbing Mt. Borah. Didn't need to change them before the descent like I did with other socks the last time I went up.

Smartwool is the brand? what model Smartwool(thick & 100% wool or a mix?) are the best at  keeping me cool & are they avail. on Ebay ? Do they say 'Hiking/sport style'  ???  ::)  I've had a lack of good education when it comes to socks  :D Thanks  ;)
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #13 on: May 21, 2015, 04:20:52 PM »
+1 on the smart wool brand. They make winter socks(thicker) and thinner summer socks. That's all I use now. Got rid of all my cotton.
Costco sells a knockoff brand that is much cheaper. Also works just as good.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #14 on: May 21, 2015, 05:51:20 PM »
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Smartwool is the brand?

Looks like they have a website. 
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #15 on: May 21, 2015, 06:57:02 PM »
Quote from: grcamna2 on May 21, 2015, 02:23:29 PM
Quote from: ofreen on May 21, 2015, 12:59:27 PM
The Smartwool socks are the best hiking/backpacking socks I've found yet. Never had a problem with them not wicking or breathing even in the desert heat.  I'll usually take a change of socks when climbing Mt. Borah. Didn't need to change them before the descent like I did with other socks the last time I went up.

Smartwool is the brand? what model Smartwool(thick & 100% wool or a mix?) are the best at  keeping me cool & are they avail. on Ebay ? Do they say 'Hiking/sport style'  ???  ::)  I've had a lack of good education when it comes to socks  :D Thanks  ;)
I posted the website link in a response above....
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« Reply #16 on: May 21, 2015, 07:29:40 PM »
We used to use polypropylene liners to wick away moisture into the outer sock.
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Re: Who sells cool,thick socks for my too large riding boots ?
« Reply #17 on: May 21, 2015, 09:23:55 PM »
Quote from: flybox1 on May 21, 2015, 06:57:02 PM
Quote from: grcamna2 on May 21, 2015, 02:23:29 PM
Quote from: ofreen on May 21, 2015, 12:59:27 PM
The Smartwool socks are the best hiking/backpacking socks I've found yet. Never had a problem with them not wicking or breathing even in the desert heat.  I'll usually take a change of socks when climbing Mt. Borah. Didn't need to change them before the descent like I did with other socks the last time I went up.

Smartwool is the brand? what model Smartwool(thick & 100% wool or a mix?) are the best at  keeping me cool & are they avail. on Ebay ? Do they say 'Hiking/sport style'  ???  ::)  I've had a lack of good education when it comes to socks  :D Thanks  ;)
I posted the website link in a response above....

Good  :)  I'm checking out the website
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