Heated Socks VS Insoles - 1 Year Follow Up

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@GeezeRider 2 жыл бұрын

Be sure to check out our entire Heated Gear series which can be found here in our Heated Motorcycle Gear Playlist- kzbin.info/aero/PLGs6waMVjfJNKCQPRcanLPb1OvFdLXORR

@petercohen3966 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. Great comparison.

@hunczar 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful review! Tip on drying the socks: I have an electric boot dryer where there are poles that have heat blown through it and those are great to dry the socks. Thanks for the review!

@GeezeRider 2 жыл бұрын

Hello HunSaber, that's a good tip. As long as the heat can be kept low, that'd be an excellent drying solution. Ride safe, Namaste. -GeezeRider

@alscompleteoutdoor9091 11 ай бұрын

Took me a half hour of crappy reviews to get a good one,thanks man

@GeezeRider 11 ай бұрын

Hi Al, thank you for the compliment. I'm glad we were able to help you out. You might also be interested in browsing some of our other heated gear videos at kzbin.info/aero/PLGs6waMVjfJNKCQPRcanLPb1OvFdLXORR Ride Safe, Namaste. -GeezeRider

@vinhha6073 11 ай бұрын

thank you Sir for your time and i do understand clearly, my feet alway cold like ice and make me feel very cold, so this year lucky that i knew heat sock, my friend told me , so i think i'm gonna feel better this winter, cuz i work out side.. 8 hours a day..🤷🏽.. i hope it's last for 8 hours.. 👍... thanks again Sir

@GeezeRider 11 ай бұрын

Hello Vinh, I'm glad you found the information helpful. If you're buying the socks for outdoor work, you're in luck because along with the heated socks themselves, their battery and controller technology has come a long way in the past few years. I'd suggest buying battery operated heated socks that are designated as workwear. The sock liners meant for motorcycle use won't hold up as long as those. I'd also suggest buying extra batteries. 8 hours is doable on a low setting, but having spare batteries will ensure you won't run out of power and also allow you to run them at a higher setting which runs the batteries down much quicker. I'd also suggest if it is within your finances to buy at least 1 extra pair of the same heated socks. Even when using a sock liner for hygienic purposes, the same pair of socks worn 5 or more days in a row will be less than fresh. Continued use also compresses the cushioning. If you buy 2 pair of the exact same socks you can use all your batteries on your spar pair while the first pair is in the wash. Ride Safe, Namaste. -GeezeRider

@skizzarz 9 ай бұрын

excellent video, thank you!

@pmfilmsUK 10 ай бұрын

Good review. Brilliant

@skiffles7895 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Trying to find those socks online, could you share the brand and model of those? Thanks.

@GeezeRider 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Skiffles, Thanks for the compliment. The socks in this video are First Gear part #518968, which are my size. If you look at this video ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5aQeYCcn92LrZY ) in our heated gear series, we also provide part numbers for other sizes as well. Ride Safe, Namaste. -GeezeRider

@skiffles7895 2 жыл бұрын

@@GeezeRiderawesome man. Thanks a ton. Been struggling with cold feet for years. Really appreciate you for sharing your experience with these products.

@kdscrapping4452 11 ай бұрын

I have the heated insoles and find they work well . I do not wear heavy socks in my work boots so the insoles do the job. My fear on the socks is , how often can you wash them verses the insole does not get washed??

@GeezeRider 11 ай бұрын

Hello kd, Everyone's needs and personal situations are different: Insulated vs. non-insulated footwear, fitment, etc. This is why I always recommend people spend a bit of time before purchases to determine what they'll be doing/wearing 90% of the time. My heated insoles behave differently (better) in some of my other boots that don't fit as tight, though I still prefer the heated socks if I'm not going to be walking a lot. I'm glad that you were fortunate to have the insoles work for your use case. The sanitary aspect of heated gear is something the manufacturers and sellers gloss over, if they bother to cover it at all. Most people aren't able to accurately learn about the care requirements of their specific heated hear until they get them and are able to read the garment care tags. Yet another reason to try to check them out in person before purchase if you can. That being said, insoles generally can't be effectively "washed". You can wipe them down with some kind of anti-microbial cleaner. Generally the ones that indicate they are color safe are gentle enough not to degrade anything, but I would never submerse an insole. There's usually a sock between the insole and your foot, so the heated insoles generally won't get funky as quickly as a heated sock. You can also spray some athletes foot spray (not powdered) in your boots before reinserting the insoles, and after use. This will help keep things fresh. Kind of like bowling shoes. Now, addressing your question about heated socks: Regardless of the instructions on the care tag, the heated socks should generally be hand washed only, with care to keep the connector out of the water. Woolite or some other gentle care cleaner is good, with a LOT of rinsing to ensure you got all the soap out. Air dry, and you want to try to keep the sock open when drying. Some round perforated tubing with no sharp edges, etc. will help speed up the drying process and avoid mold, mildew, etc. Again, regardless of the instructions on the care tag, I personally would not machine dry ANY heated garment. This includes using a boot dryer for heated socks or pant legs unless the boot dryer (or whatever you're trying to use) can push unheated air. I air dry only. I never put my heated gear in a clothes dryer. Period. Jackets can dry on a hanger with special attention to keep arms open to let air in. Pants can dry hanging upside down on one of those hangers that has the spring clips, with special attention to keep the legs open to let air in. This obviously requires a lot of planning so your heated gear is clean, dry and ready to go when you need it. As mentioned in the videos, a thin layer between your heated gear and you is a good sanitary/hygienic measure which can extend the wear time between cleanings. This is especially true with heated footwear. A really thin moisture wicking sock liner can help keep those heated insoles or socks from getting funky too quickly, without adding additional bulk. Note that heated gloves, which are very difficult to clean, can also benefit from some very thin glove liners. It bears repeating- As noted above, you never want to submerse any of the connectors on any heated garment. Even if you spray the connectors out with contact cleaner, WD-40, etc., afterward. There's still a big chance of corrosion and deposits left behind in the connector, or water intrusion in the cable, that can affect power draw, and longevity. Ride Safe, Namaste. -GeezeRider

@kdscrapping4452 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the reply back . I listened well !!@@GeezeRider

@MrNick99 3 ай бұрын

@@GeezeRider super helpful 😊

@jeremykieffer7660 10 ай бұрын

Great Video! Thank you Sir. What heated socks would you recommend for custruction work?

@GeezeRider 10 ай бұрын

Hello Jeremy, Unfortunately I don't have any firsthand experience with highly durable heated socks that would be required for construction. I would suggest you reach out to "The Warming Store" for a recommendation, or research offerings from the likes of Milwaukee or Carhart which specialize in products for heavy outdoor use.

@That-Ninja 11 ай бұрын

I got those gerbing insoles bc the clerks recommended them over the socks ...

@eeedoopginger1491 Жыл бұрын

How would these be with steel toe boots in minus 20 and below

@GeezeRider Жыл бұрын

Hello Eeedoop, That would largely depend on the type of boot (insulated toe box, etc.) and how much additional insulation you could get between your heated sock and the steel toe. You'd likely need to run them at or near the highest setting on your heat controller. I'd recommend pairing heated socks with some Marino wool oversocks for the best result.