By kazimladimeji 
Best Winter Cycling Socks to Keep Feet Warm and Dry in Winter
As the mercury levels drop, the days get shorter, rainfall increases and the roads seem to be perpetually damp, you know you are entering the winter/off-season cycling period. This requires a change in mindset, an acceptance of cold, wet, windy, and sometimes precarious conditions with perpetual low light; willpower and resolution need to be in plentiful supply if you are to maintain your cycling throughout the winter. Preparation is key to safe, enjoyable, and stimulating winter riding, from waterproof cycling socks, tyre choice, mudguard addition, winter lubricants, super-bright bicycle lights right through to wind, rain and cold protection.
Best Winter Cycling Socks
The extremities are physiologically vulnerable to the cold and your autonomic nervous system prioritizes your core sending warm blood to the upper torso to protect vital organizations. That’s why your toes and feet will be first to feel cold when out on winter rides and why extra effort be taken to preserve any heat they generate through insulation and keeping feet and toes as dry as possible. There are plenty of good pairs of socks to consider using when cycling and I have presented several options below.
What factors should you consider when buying winter cycling socks?
- Waterproof cycling socks. Wet feet tend to be cold feet and as cold water draws heat from the skin and so if you can keep your feet as dry as possible, you will maximize their warmth.
- Moisture wicking. Look for socks made of breathable material with moisture-wicking qualities which draw water away from the skin enabling more effective thermoregulation of your feet.
- Merino cycling socks. Merino wool has good thermoregulation properties when worn next to the skin.
- Multi-way stretch fabric. Such fabrics make socks easier to put on and get off and are mnore comfortable.
Top 5 Winter Cycling Socks to Keep Feet Warm and Dry
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SEALSKINZ | Starston | Unisex Waterproof Mid Length Merino Wool Lined Sock | Outdoor Sports | Hiking | 3-Layer Insulation | £29.99 |
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OTTER Waterproof socks, 100% waterproof, breathable, windproof socks. Calf length, grey with black toes and heels, LARGE |
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ArcticDry Xtreme ICE Blue Thermal 100% Waterproof Socks for Men, Women & Children (Medium) |
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ArcticDry Xtreme 100% Waterproof Socks — Unisex Thermal Socks for Men, Women & Kids — Cold Weather Winter Outdoor Socks — Small (UK 4-8/EU 37-42) | £13.99 |
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