3 tips to help you keep your feet warm in the cold winter months

[@cslej1676]

My 18yo son just became a Marine and I sent him these tips cause his feet were nearly ruined in boot camp with ill fitting boots and inexperience. He has a lot of cold weather hiking in the near future and protecting his feet will definitely make it suck a lot less! Thank you I’m so glad I stumbled on your channel! He just got to Camp LeJeune and was going to buy new boots and socks today. Simper Fi!! ❤

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Tell your son I said Semper Fi! Your son and I will be brothers forever. Thank you Cslej for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@omarzoobi241]

Tip no 1. boot that fits best with big wool socks Tip no 2. wool or reflective insulation insoles Tip no 3. vapor barrier socks Synthetic socks, vapor barrier socks, thick wool socks, wool insoles, thinsulate 400 boots!! Great video!!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you so much for watching Omar. I really appreciate it.

[@ithacacomments4811]

I have been a woods trapper my entire life. The right clothing and knowledge of how to use it make all the difference when it comes to enjoying the outdoors!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I would love to pick your brains and hear you stories. I bet you have a lot of good ones. Thank you Ithaca Comments for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@jhondoe233]

The Bread Bag Idea works very well. When I was a kid, I figured that one out on my own. I was tired of my feet getting Cold and Painful. So it just came to my mind to use a Bread Bag to keep in the warmth. After I figured that out, I was warm and happy playing in the Snow. No more cold feet playing in the Snow. What I didn't do was put another pair of socks on over the Bread Bags. I didn't think of doing that which would have worked better. Good Tips.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The good old days. Thank you Jhon Doe for sharing that.

[@larrydonna369]

Great video. A couple of weeks ago I had cold feet during the evening on an overnight hike because my summer hiking boots had gotten wet during the day. So I picked up a pair of waterproof, -40F Kamik Nationaplus. I used them on an overnight hike last week, and my feet still got cold. The temperature was in the mid 30's during the day as I gained about a thousand feet in elevation. Sure enough, they were wet inside from perspiration which caused cold feet in the evening after I got to camp and in the morning. After watching your video, I pulled out an old pair of vapor barrier socks that I haven't used in at least 25 years. I tested them today with a thin inner lining on a several mile day hike with the temperature in the mid 20s to mid 30s. This seemed to work pretty good. I am actually looking forward to some much colder weather so I can give this system a proper test. My feet thank you for the tips.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The biggest problem with winter hiking and camping trips, is staying dry from sweat. From head to toes. Especially multiple days. There is no way around it your feet are going to sweat. I found that vapor barrier socks work the best. But always make sure that there is no holes or spit seams in them. Or otherwise they are useless. They do ware out fairly quickly. Make sure they are in good shape. Thank you for watching and sharing that Lawrence. I really appreciate it.

[@marklittler784]

Try washing and thoroughly drying your feet then spraying with antiperspirant wait until it's dry then put your socks on. If your feet don't perspire your socks won't get damp and your feet won't get cold. I found my socks and feet weren't damp or smelly after wearing three days, not whilst hiking mind you.

[@johnb9005]

Thanks for the great ideas. Woolrich Big Wooly socks that are 88% Merino wool are the warmest socks that I have found. They are a heavy weight hiking sock and I wear them year round. These socks also solved my problem with getting blisters. I have even used them as mittens in zero degree weather, and they kept my hands warm.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thanks for the info! Good stuff. And thank you for watching John. I really appreciate it.

[@johnb9005]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine YW

[@jerrycollins4893]

Merino wool is the best… Have two sets of long underwear as wall as socks..

[@johnb9005]

@@jerrycollins4893 long underwear sounds like a good idea. Later I plan on getting Merino wool towels and blankets.

[@honey2badger]

Glad you went into details on the vapor barrier. Well done video. Thanks for the info.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Scott Olyer for watching and your comment. I really appreciate it.

[@TexasBuyer2001]

Nice, helpful tips on a cold week. Thank you.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You are so welcome! Thank you TexasBuyer so much for watching. I really appreciate it. Merry Christmas!

[@jamesmobb22]

I use the barriers when I'm ice fishing, makes a big difference. Great video keep em coming!!!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for sharing that James. And thank you for watching.

[@whatthe2458]

Do you use a dress socks then vapor barrier and the wool sock on top?

[@othoapproto9603]

Well done, this is second nature to a child of the north. As a transplant from Wi to Ca I find people's hate of the cold stunning.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

My wife is a transplant from Ca to Wi and she still isn't a fan of the winters here. Thank you Othoap Proto for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@davidbarnes241]

As a seasoned walker, groundworker this is a revelation in technique. I’ll give it a try this winter and see how it works out 👍

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Keep me posted! Thank you David for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@jfk64kennedy95]

spent 30 yrs building homes in New England, you want to keep hands and feet warm, make sure you dress for warmth from neck to knees and elbows, WITH a hat...you keep head, neck, trunk warm...your hands and feet will stay warm

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Good stuff! Thank you JFK64Kennedy for sharing that.

[@Swede_4_DragonBeliever]

Greetings from Sweden! Great tips! You, Sir, just got yourself a new subscriber.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Someday I will have an adventure in beautiful Sweden. Thank you Phil for subscribing. I really appreciate it.

[@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy]

Layer as such next to skin: laidies nylon single layer, thin wool sock (merina wool) vapor barrier, thick insulation sock, boot. This is what I use when I'm fishing in the winter. standing in frozen water. Works like a champ.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you half Insane Outdoor Guy for sharing that. Good info!

[@jerrycollins4893]

Great tips!… very thorough.. I like the complete sequence on the vapor barrier socks… also getting a large enough boot..

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Jerry for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@kennethdavis5077]

A Tip for drying wet boots. Stuff your boots with crumpled up newspaper over nite ( just fill them up (don’t jam it in to tight) but fill them up . In the morning the paper will have sucked the moister up remove the wet paper to reveal dry boots .

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Kenneth for sharing that. I really appreciate it. Good info!

[@littleblackpistol]

Yes, this is a tried and tested way leather shoes and boots should always be dried - never by intense heat, which tends to damage the leather and make it brittle and cracking over time. I have always been advised by boot/shoemakers of quality products which are made to last to stuff loosely with crumpled newspaper and leave to dry in a place with decent airflow. Never put leather on radiators or blast them with hairdryers etc.

[@ScottCannon4SmartBiz]

Never would have thought of at least two of the three you listed, thank you for your experience and ideas.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Scott Cannon for watching and your comment. I really appreciate it.

[@freeheel748]

Finally a you tuber that gets vapor barriers. I've seen some recommend them over socks or not at all. Any trip more than half a day and I bag my foot. Essential for camping, backcountry skiing.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

There was one winter trek, that I forgot my vapor barrier socks. Ever night I was holding my boots over the fire. Trying to dry them out. I will never make that mistake again. Thank you Feel Heel for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@freeheel748]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine, Watching from the Adirondacks.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

@@freeheel748 Did you get some of that good stuff. SNOW!

[@Milkman3572000]

Great Video, you earned a subscribe. I am 54 and just learning about boots. The nylon dress socks are great, as are panty hose. Old Vietnam Vets have talked about learning to buy panty hose to wear under the boot socks to keep your feet happy. No blisters from long hikes. If you do wear panty hose under your boot socks... Keep that info to yourself. NO ONE CARES. I will teach my kids these tricks so they can have happy feet

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I think I would look good in panty hose. A new fashion for me. I don't know if you are old enough. But Joe Namath wore them in a commercial back in the early 70's. Thank you Milkman3572000 for subscribing. I really appreciate it.

[@dorcasowens1210]

I live on a farm and I treated my work boots with water proofing, taking care to seal where the sole connects to the boots. I also bought waterproof gators about 16 inches tall.. They are fantastic. They keep the bottom of my pants legs dry. I treated the bottoms with 40%Repel and have not gotten any ticks. The gators were on Amazon. For only $19.00 worth every penny.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you. Good info!

[@dennisgray7509]

Best video I’ve seen on this subject

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Dennis for watching. I really appreciate it,

[@lawrencefox563]

Great info ,taken aback by Minnesota/Wisconsin accent it's really distinct.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That's funny. I live on the border of Wisconsin and Minnesota. Thank you Lawrence Fox for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@freebornjohn2687]

I recently bought a Rab jacket and its the best coat I've ever owned, fantastic gear.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I will have to check that out. Thank you Freeborn John for sharing that. Much appreciated.

[@whatthe2458]

I just ordered some Rab Vapor barrier’s .I’m gonna try the dress sock vapor barrier then wool sock. thanks for the help

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Your feet will feel little clammy for a few minutes. But after that. You will not notice them. Your feet will stay toasty warm. And you boots dry. Thank you for watching What the. I really appreciate it.

[@snuffle2269]

I learned to look over your sock that is going directly against your skin and it it is sewn with a heavy seam, especially at the toes to turn it inside out so that the smooth side is against the skin and the thick seam is on the outside. I do the same thing with the polypro "silk" long underwear going against the skin so they don't chaff.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Nothing worst then those seams against your toes. Thank you Richard for sharing that. Much appreciated. Good info!

[@oscarrox]

The vapour barrier method makes good sense, with the way the body compensates by sweating less in the feet, very useful information. Thanks

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you oscarrox so much for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@ppumpkin3282]

If this is true, that the body compensates by sweating less when the feet already have moisture, why doesn't it work with regular socks? If it's true why does it work any better when you have vapor barrier booties on?

[@miken7629]

I am doing a section hike on the Appalachian Trail starting March 19 and I will probably have to deal with some snow, but mostly just cold and wet. Being from Texas, I am not used to snow. I usually wear 3mm neoprene dive booties as dry socks during rainy days . Your idea to use a vapor barrier could be served by the dive booties. I tried the liner socks, dive booties, then wool socks and they were a little snug in my shoes. I think I will have to replace my shoes before I go. Thanks for the tip.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for watching Mike and please let me know how they worked for you.

[@slappy8941]

You're going to sweat your feet to death like that. I use Smartwool or Darn Tough lightweight or midweight socks for hiking, and heavyweight socks for light activities.

[@MaximC]

Thank you so very much, Marine. Be well.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you so much for watching Maxim P. I really appreciate it.

[@randyholcombe4234]

Our scoutmaster taught us to cut insoles from the foam meat packing containers. Clean them first of course. These work really well on the cheap or if caught out in a cold situation.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I love it. Adapt, improvise and overcome. Thank you Randy for sharing that.

[@dorcasowens1210]

HARBOR FREIGHT has an insulating mat 3/4"× 24'x72" that is very inexpensive. I bought several and cut them to fit under my dogs beds and dog houses outside. The mat is water proof. I keep a piece about 2'×3' rolled up in my truck. It has come in mighty handy to kneel down to change a tire, check tire pressure, etc. I also have a full size mat in front of my kitchen sink. The extra cushion really helps while standing to wash dishes. When it gets dirty I just take it onto the porch and wash it with the water hose.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I love gear that is muti-functional. Thank you Dorcas Owens so much for sharing that. Good stuff!

[@mrblack61]

Ive been suffering cold feet working out in my garage recently, it gets down to zero here in the UK atm. After watching your video ive cut out some insoles from left over bubble foil i had laying around and found some long freezer bags in the draw, the feet are warm out the bath and shod in sock-bag-sock-steel capped work boots. I cant wait to see how I get on today 8), will report back ;) Cheers D

[@mrblack61]

Feet stayed warm all day, can't believe it! Thankyou man.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That is so great to hear. One thing that is very important is that your feet have a loose fitting in your boot. Thank you GustafsonGoldstein so much for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@tbrew8222]

i found nylon roll top dry bags (long & skinny)for 5$ and they make good vapor barriers. Also multi purpose, which is always good for isolated putdoor activities like camping or hunting.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That is a great idea. I love it. Thank you for sharing that. And thank you for watching. i really appreciate it.

[@IGWTS]

excellent tips

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you IGWTS so much. I really appreciate that!

[@valentinlopez6189]

Thank you, this is the first time I heard of vapor barrier socks.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

If you are going to be out on a trip for more than one night. They are a must! Thank you Valentin Lopez for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@faithworks217]

I saw a bushcraft video where it was recommended to put hot rocks inside of socks to dry them out.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I never tied that. But an interesting concept. Thank you Earlana Townsend for watching. I really appreciate it. Merry Christmas!

[@Mary-357]

Thank you so much for all the valuable tips. I bought a good winter boots in sale as they were expensive and I was outdoor a day ago and my feet were totally cold.. I even have pain now on them but I will try your tips with the insulation. God bless you

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I just uploaded a video on why we have cold feet. Please check it out. I believe it will be helpful. Thank you Mary so much for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@gailnewcomb8256]

Great tips! Thanks

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Gailnewcomb fo rwatching. I really appreciate it.

[@kevinbungles]

Great delivery, clear explanation and good visual examples

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir.

[@Gobucky63]

As always an excellent video. Tons of great info. I need to get some waterproof socks! Thanks Marine

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir.

[@Super64heavy]

Great tips thank you

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You are so welcome! Thank you Super64heavy for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@williamwan9923]

Thank you for your good advice

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you William Wan for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@konolfodinsson4096]

I'm born and raised in the great state of Michigan. If you sir are not, you would fit in great in the U.P. Your accent is very Upper Peninsula Michigan/Canadian good sir lol. We spend a ton of time outdoors. You gave some great insight for those who don't know the tips and tricks we use to stay decently toasty! Take care and have a great day🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I appreciate that Konolf Odinsson. I live in Hudson Wisconsin. near the St. Croix River. Not to far from the U.P.

[@konolfodinsson4096]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Beautiful, beautiful country. Looking at some property up by Copper Harbor right on the western edge of the U.P. by Wisconsin. I hear most Yoopers in that area grocery shop in WI, so maybe we'll run in to eachother! It's all remote land we're looking at an I just ordered my first chainsaw mill. Very excited. I've always loved building an I cannot wait to build my families home like my grandfather did. In the state we find our country in today, I find myself wanting to get further and further away from all the craziness unfolding before our eyes.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

@@konolfodinsson4096 I am at peace when I am away from all of the chaos of city life. Building a home in the wilderness would be so cool. please keep me posted on the progress.

[@konolfodinsson4096]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine You got it. I'll subscribe to your channel so I can keep in touch. I usually never subscribe to anyones channel. I watch too many lol I plan on putting together a channel for my group however but most want us to do a Patreon or Rumble Channel. So I don't know if I'll do one for KZbin. If I do it'll be videos that have already been on our channels for a week or two. I'll be focusing mostly on off grid projects and things. We're probably going to do more of a group style channel though that I'll share the access info with probably 4 or 5 differant people. So that'll be cool and we're all looking forward to figuring it out. Would you recommend a camera, or do you think I could get by with a phone? I have a Stylo 6 by the way. I figure I'll probably end up wanting a camera once I start, so I was curious what your thoughts would be.

[@thefucrew9865]

Awesome video and information, Brother !!! Keep up the great work !!!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir.

[@fasteddy07]

Such great information! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You are so welcome! Thank you A paraplegic's life for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@gabeclark8050]

Wow I didn’t know that about the perspiration ceasing when the body senses it’s adequately moist. My feet sweat a ton without socks but if I wear socks I find that they’re much drier. Everyone calls me crazy but I think you just solved that one for me.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

When I was on my winter treks. After a couple of days. My boots would be soaked with sweat. And then the next morning, they would freeze. Like putting on two blocks of ice. The vapor barrier sock stopped that problem. Thank you Gabeclark for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@prinzpolo4583]

to dry your boots you can use a tea candle put em in your boots and let the candle dry out your boots. Be careful not to burn your boots though. Cheers from a German guy whos living in Norway

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Prinzpolo for sharing that. Good stuff!

[@billyjoedenny]

great tips sir, i do remember the bread bags ,,lol billy joe

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Wonder bread bags!

[@richardjohnson4696]

keeping your feet dry and also not putting such thick socks on that you decrease the blood flow in your feet. When I was working in Alaska my feet stayed warmer not having thick sock in my boots. It seems weird but the difference is night and day. When I wear my mountaineering boots for climbs, I use a very thin sock and have had no problems with having cold feet. The thicker the sock is not always warmer.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The thicker socks will more than likely make the boot fit tighter. Not allowing the warmth to be trap in those loose pockets between your feet and the inside of the boot. Thank you Richard so much for sharing that and watching. I really appreciate it.

[@alumniduck]

All good tips. I have to add though that you can put a warm water bottle in the boot over night and it will dry out the boot. Furthermore, the last thing you want to do is put on a frozen boot in the morning thinking you can heat it up while wearing it. Huge mistake. Your feet will be very cold all day trying to defrost the boots. Keep those boots warm over night. I can usually get away with a warm water bottle in each boot and place them on top of the sleeping pad and under your sleeping bag by the feet. Those that move around a lot might have to put the boots in the bottom of the sleeping bag. When your extremities are cold you have to heat the core of your body and keep clothing loose to aid circulation. Shaking your legs or rubbing your hands really doesn't do much. Power walking around the camp sight for a few laps usually does the trick. Lastly,, and I can't stress this enough. pay attention to your feet. If you think you can "tough it out" you are at a great risk of frostbite. Once you look at some frostbite pictures and see what medical care is involved you will think twice about "toughing it out".

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Well said! Thank you alumniduck for sharing that. Much appreciated.

[@MaximC]

I'm saving this guide video. This one is very useful.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnwatson8192]

Funnily enough after using the aluminium foil insulation on a home project a couple of days ago I thought I would try it out as insoles for my MTB shoes and have tried a 2 layer system and thought that it did improve things. Mentioning this on the insulation video the author liked the idea and mentioned using it to make toe socks - I'm going to add these to my insoles. Not sure about putting the original insoles on top of the aluminium though - what are your views on this? You also reminded me of the vapour barrier layer so I'm going to put them all together, hope my feet don't catch fire!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Aluminum Foil will defect the heat back to your feet. But I don't know how well they would stay in place. Instead of crinkling up underneath your feet. Making them uncomfortable. If your feet do catch on fire. Make sure you flip them over to get the other side, till they are well done. lol. If you try them. Please let me know what you think. Thank you John for watching. I really appreciate it. Merry Christmas!

[@fencepost5369]

Great information Bless you sir

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Fence Post so much for watching. God Bless.

[@Billy123bobzzz]

Great video! Thank you! Well done and useful!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir.

[@kevinbungles]

Good tips I will definitely try #2

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Kevin. Please let me know how it worked out for you.

[@kevinbungles]

I will do for sure .. Thanks again for the good tips

[@bwillan]

Other items you can also consider, is to ensure your boots have removable liners (insulation) and get an extra set or 2 of liners and rotate them out so you can dry the original liner. If the temps are below 20°F do not use waterproof boots. Regular leather boots or mukluks are much better. They allow your feet to breath and have all that moisture they generate escape.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You always have to be careful to keep your feet dry in the winter. Or that could lead to serious problems. If not using a vapor barrier. Having removable liners are a must. Especially being out on multiple days.

[@AlbertRojosSparkywolf92]

Great video. What is the name/brand of the covers you put over the down booties at 1:03. I’ve been looking for a product like that for a long time

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

They are the GooseFeet Gear Waterproof Over-Booties. They work so great when I wake up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom. They easily slide on and off. And super lightweight.

[@zejz31]

Great advice. Literally few minutes ago I came back from a 2h highland hike with some steep sections. I'm testing my new winter-ish boots. It's just below 0°C. My wool sock was wet and inside of the boot noticeably moist. That's just after 2h. In the terrain at longer distance I'd be in trouble. Will definetely use the vapour barrier method. Cheers buddy.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I believe that those vapor barrier socks will work well for you. Thank you for watching and your comment 2x 333. I really appreciate it.

[@bobmeyers3478]

Where can you get vapor barrier socks

[@sky-son]

good job

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Sky for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@carageist1214]

Because of this video I have been much more active outdoors during the winter, and my feet have always been comfortable. Instead of vapor barrier socks, I use simple stuff sacks that can be purchased at Wal-Mart with nylon socks, and they work great!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for sharing that and watching Cara. I really appreciate it.

[@marklittler784]

Giving boots a good polish seems to make them a lot warmer to be in.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

In the Marine Corps. I was shining those boots all the time. Which also makes them last longer. Thank you for sharing that and watching Mark. I really appreciate it.

[@DragonRoams]

Great video! Cold feet are my issue with winter hiking and backpacking. I like how you show the vapor barrier socks I'm going to try that method next. Thanks for sharing

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

If you are going to be out for 3 or more days. They work great. Make sure you pull them up tight, so they don't bunch up. You will feel them for a minute or two. After that you will not even notice them.

[@abhijitjuvekar]

Very informative.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Glad you liked it. Thank you for watching abhijit juvekar. I really appreciate it.

[@markbooth5983]

What brand of boots do you wear Sir... they're very smart, and how much do they cost ? I could certainly do with a pair of them .

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

For winter hiking. I love my Vasque SnowBurbans. I paid under a 100 dollars. But that was about 6 or 7 years ago. For the extreme cold temperatures. When I get to camp. I will switch to my Steger Mukluks. Thank you Mark so much for watching. much appreciated.

[@littlebuddyFilms]

Great info! Thanks!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you littlebuddyFilms for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@joe_hikes]

Another excellent video.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir.

[@antaress8128]

Good advice as always.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir.

[@mattwinthewoods]

Good video. Been a fan for awhile, and it’s been fun watching you and Runner on the trail. Never used a vapor barrier before, but I guess I’ll need to get more informed.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

If you are going to be out for more then 3 days. They are a must. I did not bring them on a trip last year and paid the price.

[@mattwinthewoods]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Great info! Thanks!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Matthew Wennerstrom for watching our videos. I really appreciate it.

[@labellaescrima1996]

Thank you very much for this informative video, learn a few things and tricks. Live in Canada you would think I would know better about the cold, but heck when winter comes I always fight to keep my feet warm, this year 2021 (fall) I will know how to prevent this from happening again. Thank you Sir, nice video and like it or not I have subscribe to your page, keep them coming.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you La Bella Escrima for watching and subscribing. I really appreciate it.

[@friedchicken892]

Sythetic socks, vapor barrier sock, thick wool sock. Thinsulated boot with wool insule/ insule carved out

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you friedchicken892 for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@bradjunes1610]

Well said loving it.. (AT 5:40)

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Brad for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@cagebeast]

Great content. Just subbed

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Awesome! Thank you Jeffrey. I appreciate it.

[@jmerrick1000]

I know it's semantics and all but technically, it's not that cold comes up from the ground, it's that heat is drawn out through contract with the ground. Cold is absence of heat and the two dissimilar temps seek to find stasis or equilibrium. But great tips, nonetheless

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you John for sharing that. Much appreciated. Good stuff!

[@anthonycoleman1909]

Hey TheOutdoorAngler I am here in Victoria Australia and its going to be 45 today, but that is Celcius and that is going to melt everything

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That temperature would melt all the ice off the lakes here in a day.. To night it is getting down to -23 Celsius.

[@toml.8210]

Where do you get the thick, oversized, wool socks that let to create layers? The camping stores have "boot socks" that just look like regular athletic socks made from dark synthetic "wool." Other stores have the same- no more oversized natural wool, that fits over other layers of sock, like in the old days. We used the bread bags as kids, but only because our boots had holes!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

REI sells different thickness of socks. Their expedition socks are my favorite for extreme cold temperatures. Those were some great memories. Thank you Tom for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@denischasse3567]

Toujours instructif tes video ! Merci encore professeur 😜

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Merci sir.

[@mwallace6540]

What weight thinsulate do you recommend in a hunting boot for stand sitting in 26-36 degree weather. My feet freeze in those tall neoprene rubber boots with wool socks and chemical ‘toasty toes’. I’m considering getting leather type boot. Thanks

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

When sitting in my deer stand in the cold temperatures. I will use my Pac boots. I bought them in 1988 and are rated to 100° below zero. They are the La Cross Ice Kings. I will also use them for ice fishing. But any good Pac boots will work. The neoprene rubber boots work great in warm wet conditions. But not sitting in cold temps!

[@haup96]

Thanks!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Haakon Roll Sverdrup for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@1strights]

Thanks for the video. Do waterproof socks such as Sealskinz more or less serve the same purpose as vapor barrier socks? If not when would one be recommended over the other?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Sealskinz are breathable. Which you do not want for a vapor barrier. They are great for wearing Crocs or some type of water shoe, when portaging from lake to lake in the BWCA. Stepping in and out of water. For winter time. Definitely a good pair of vapor barrier socks. You never have to worry about your boots getting wet from your feet sweating. They are a must on winter treks. Thank you for watching I Mari. I really appreciate it.

[@YEARNINGHEARTGuitargirl226]

Can the mat be cut to fit inside the boot like you cut the foil for inside the boot?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Absolutely! As long as it dose not make your boot a tight fit. Thank you YEARNING HEART for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@YEARNINGHEARTGuitargirl226]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine thank you for responding.. I learned a lot from your teachings. Thank you so much

[@23710jh]

Great video; very informative.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for watching and your comment Idlewild. I really appreciate it.

[@taraelizabethdensley9475]

I have trouble keeping my feet warm indoors, let alone outside

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Try using those chemical toe warmers from hot hands. Thank you Tara Elizabeth Densley for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@Shagggdude3]

Vapor barrier socks seems counter to keeping feet dry, as the moisture would have no way out, I guess if you folded the bag over the top of the boot it'd worked?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You could do that. But your feet will only sweat till they are moist. I just got back from a trip in the BWCA. I was bushwhacking through this marsh. Where I broke through the ice a few time were the water was close to the knee. I was so glad I had on my vapor barrier sock with the top close tight on top. It happen on the first day. And because of the warmer temperatures. They where the only boots I brought with me. Luck for me. I had my gators wrapped around my legs ang boots. Other wise my boots would of been soaked. I would of been in big trouble. But now my Vapor barrier socks were keeping my feet from the wet boots. I didn't see that coming! Thank you Shagggdude for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@Shagggdude3]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine REI used to sell socks that wick moisture out, but keep water from getting to your foot, haven't been able to find them anymore.

[@larss337]

7:45 it says that synthetic socks prevent blisters. In the army we were always told that wool socks prevent blisters.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Wool socks will remove the moisture. Which I almost always use. But when wearing vapor barrier sock. Synthetic sock that are thin. Are smooth which prevent any rubbing. ( most of the time ) Which prevents hotspots. Especially when your feet are wet inside the vaper barrier socks. Thank you Lar S for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@larss337]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thank you for enlightened me, I was not aware of how it worked. Back during the cold war we didn't have vapor barriers. 👍🙂

[@johnjohnson-gm3jh]

My tip for keeping feet (and hands) warm is to keep your core warm. If your core is cold your body will reduce blood flow to your extremities (peripheral vasoconstriction) and your feet will become cold just like with boots that are too tight.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

If your core is warm. Then you extremities will be warm. ( in most cases ) Thank you John For sharing that. Much appreciated.

[@horacioh1]

thank you

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You're welcome. Thank you horacio hernandez for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@gregsmith1878]

Can I ask who makes the puffy camp boots and the over shell?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

GooseFeet Gear ( goosefeetgear.com ). They are on the expensive side. But if you do a lot of winter camping. They are well worth it. Thank you Greg so much for watching. I really do appreciate it.

[@twinzturbo]

Better boots and gators would be a start. Wool traps a lot of moisture, prob better idea to use hybrid

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you twinzturbo for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@michiwonderoutdoors2282]

I still wear a pair of LaCrosse Iceman I bought 30 years ago.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I got my Ice Kings in 1988. Replace the insert a few times. But still kicking. Thank you Michiwonder Outdoors for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@scottshoe842]

Also, walk to the store to try on boots. Or after being on your feet all day.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Great tip Scott. Thank you for sharing that. I really appreciate it.

[@TheMississauga333]

@@AdventureswiththeMarinehi, great vid. if you want to dry your boots at night use a piece of dry newspaper ,(not the glossy sales type tho) put it in the entire length of the boot rigth to the end of the boot where your toes are & the paper absorbs the water leaving the boot dry next morning , you dont want to jam it up with too much paper as it needs to have air circulate in there , too much paper & it wont work, discard the newspapers next morning , the paper changes after the one use & wont absorb much moisture even if dry, my father taught me that , hope this helps

[@your_highn3zzfabito398]

hi can you please give me some tips to keep my toes warm on -50C. thanks apreciate it.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The main thing is to make sure your boots are loose fitting. Never a tight boot. You need space to trap the warm air ( like a down sleeping bag ) to keep those toes warm.

[@treytrey4411]

What about wool? I load trucks for a living and am always walking and the concrete gets cold in winter time. Just need a good advice. Thank you.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Wool is the best. You always want a boot that is loose fitting. Circulation provides warmth. What I would do for protection from the cold concrete, is putting a wool felt liner. Cut out to fit in the bottom of your boots. But they can not make your feet feel cramped. Otherwise it defeats the propose. thank you for watching Trey Trey. I really appreciate it.

[@onetimeoutdoorsdj1394]

Great information as always thank you so much this will really help me my feet always sweet

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The vapor barrier sock will control the sweat.

[@onetimeoutdoorsdj1394]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine thanks I just wanted to let you know that I'm getting a zero degree underquilt a guy from Facebook on a hammock flea market site is going to make it for me for my dutchware hammock

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

When you take it out. Please let me know how well it worked.

[@paulsansonetti7410]

Fortress clothing makes the absolute best clothing for cold weather, it's basically magic

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I will have to check them out. Thank you for the info!

[@paulsansonetti7410]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine YVW

[@amoscardoza5253]

For extreme cold i use waterproof sock and artic muck boots

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Amos for sharing that. Good stuff!

[@richarddaugherty8583]

Thanks, Marine! I've been having problems with numb toes in relatively warm temps. I think you've explained why in this video. Gonna get a pair of VB socks and see what difference that makes. Thanks for the ideas and tips!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Please let me know how it works out. Thank you for watching and your comment Richard.

[@vijayvirk6499]

Great information..👍🙏

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for watching Vijay virk. I really appreciate it.

[@vijayvirk6499]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine can you please explain like what size of winter shoe i should buy.. my size is 9 and half please reply 🙏🙏 i already buy columbia waterproof 11 size but I'm so confused .. i tried 10 too but i thought after wear winter socks it will be tight so .. please guide me

[@jessemoreno3471]

Great

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Jesse Moreno for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@lessstuffmorefreedom-livin6886]

Hello, thanks for posting the video. Enjoy your channel as AS I'm a fairly new subscriber... I heard that wearing ankle socks or calf polyester / spandex is a good base layer but they always tend to be very tight, is that a bad thing

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Spandex material with the right amount of sketch. Will help blood flow. That is why doctors will recommend elderly people to wear them. But never wear any tight clothing in cold temperatures. But my experience over the years in extreme cold temperatures. loose fit clothing ( which will produce areas to trap heat ) will always keep you much warmer then tight fitting clothing. Thank you for watching Less Stuff More Freedom. I really appreciate it.

[@lessstuffmorefreedom-livin6886]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine okay, thank you very much for the information. So, when it comes to a base layer of socks don't wear tight-fitting polyester socks just wear a regular? I know not to wear cotton from what I hear but most of the polyester / spandex socks are pretty tight to begin with. Let me know thanks

[@kentyler966]

Just yesterday I tried putting deodorant on the tops of my feet. All day long and still this morning my feet are warm. Honest I am amazed how well this works. No more damp socks,no more cold feet. This is a tip from another “no clod feet “ site. A viewer offered up the suggestion.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I never heard of that. Thank you Ken for sharing that.

[@drewpknutz1410]

It has to be antiperspirant deodorant of course to keep your feet from sweating.

[@docequis9796]

Cardboard box makes decent free substitute for foam pad

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

And very inexpensive. Good stuff! Thank you Doc Equis for sharing that. Much appreciated.