my feet are freez'in!!!!

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No! So says the Swiss Institute for the Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Problems. If the legendary St Bernard finds you stranded in the icy Alps, you would be better off hugging the hound than downing the hooch of the pooch.
Alcohol only gives a false sense of warmth, but the dog could pass along some lifesaving body heat. Even a little nip from the brandy keg will send your blood to the surface of your skin. You may feel warmer, but your blood will actually be cooled.

Many heat sensing nerves are located near the surface of the skin. Drinking can make you temporarily feel warmer. In fact, while you get the feeling of warmth from alcohol, it is really unsuitable because it allows the cold to enter the body.

"Rednecks, white socks and Blue Ribbon Beer."

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Posted: 21 Nov 2007 2:01 PM
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Quote: No! So says the Swiss Institute for the Prevention of Alcohol and Drug Problems. If the legendary St Bernard finds you stranded in the icy Alps, you would be better off hugging the hound than downing the hooch of the pooch. Alcohol only gives a false sense of warmth, but the dog could pass along some lifesaving body heat. Even a little nip from the brandy keg will send your blood to the surface of your skin. You may feel warmer, but your blood will actually be cooled. Many heat sensing nerves are located near the surface of the skin. Drinking can make you temporarily feel warmer. In fact, while you get the feeling of warmth from alcohol, it is really unsuitable because it allows the cold to enter the body. Sure tastes good,but it's not something I would recommend, especially while hunting. __________________ "Rednecks, white socks and Blue Ribbon Beer." "Victory in Iraq is finally in sight; he (Obama)wants to forfeit. Al Qaeda terrorists still plot to inflict catastrophic harm on America; he's worried that someone won't read them their rights." Sarah Palin

Posted: 22 Nov 2007 7:38 PM
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i hike in with a wicking pair of socks and when i get to where im sitting for the day i change my socks to a dry pair throw some toe wrmers in and good to go __________________ Hunting....Its All About The Gear!!!!!

Posted: 31 Dec 2007 8:59 PM
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A liner sock a pair of woolies and a good pair of boots, most importantly the boots must not be tight. __________________ Member UBNJ Member NJOA United We Stand, Divided We Fall. The choice is OURS

Posted: 31 Dec 2007 9:14 PM
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Poly sock liners from Walmart under light wool outer socks. __________________ Can't wait to see the the "change".

Posted: 31 Dec 2007 9:50 PM
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i have two things to say: wigwam liners smartwool mountaineering socks __________________ Don't cry over spilled milk....It could have been BEER!

Posted: 31 Dec 2007 10:21 PM
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Sock liner,then a good wool sock.Sorel pac boots.If you don't want to wear the heavy boots,just a good regular insulated leather boot but wear the boot blankets or Artic Sheilds over them.Drop a handwarmer inside the blankets if it's really cold.We hunt Canada on all day hunts and it works for us.

Posted: 01 Jan 2008 7:27 AM
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Quote: make sure your boot are not constricting your feet That is so important. I once read an article on wearing a plastic bag around your feet...it was YEARS ago, I tried it and almost ended up with frost bite. __________________ ---------------------------------------------------- Shoot straight, kill swiftly or miss cleanly Draw, anchor, release.....scratch head...repeat! This is my band. http://www.root80.com or http://www.myspace.com/root80

Posted: 01 Jan 2008 8:49 AM
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First make sure you have a good pair of boots that are slightly over sized. You don't want to be walking out of them but you want enough room that you have a pocket of air around you foot (especially the toes). Next make sure you do not wear cotton socks. Cotton traps the moisture when you sweat and keeps it against your skin. You need to wear a poly type wicking sock then wool, or just wear a wicking cold weather sock like smart wool or a poly/wool blend. I usually just wear a wool blend sock in boots a half size too big. Another thing I've heard works but I havent tried myself is wearing a pair of nylon stockings under your socks. The openings in the stocking trap a layer of air and the nylon won't hold moisture from sweat. Just can't bring myself to go shopping for nylon stockings LOL.

Posted: 01 Jan 2008 5:42 PM
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I know it's a little late but next time, wash your feet, dry them good and use anti-per-spirant deodorant(odorless of course) and wear thin socks to go to your stand, then switch to a thicker pair after you've been settled down. Just try it, it might do the trick for you.

Posted: 01 Jan 2008 10:14 PM
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ICEBREAKER® BOOT BLANKET® INSULATED OVERBOOTS I have used them for stand deer hunting for years never have cold feet __________________

Posted: 01 Jan 2008 11:10 PM
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I wear a pair of Rocky 1,000 gram thinsulate boots and a thin everyday cotton sweat sock, if you don't sweat walking in you should be good for the sit also, if a light boot and light sock are not enough, use the Icebreakers boot blankets like someone else said but don't over do it with a heavy sock, and the boots must be loose fitting also, good luck __________________ A true outdoorsman gives more to nature than he takes out! http://www.myspace.com/chiefybear

Posted: 01 Jan 2008 11:37 PM
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get a pair of moon boots like napoleon dynamite __________________ Don't cry over spilled milk....It could have been BEER!

Posted: 02 Jan 2008 12:25 AM
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my routine and my feet astay warm sun up to sun down...only took me 12 years of hutning to get it down. 1) spray your feet with unscented aerosol deoderant 2) poly pro/wicking sock 3) heavy wool sock 4) good quality boots an extra size or two bigger then your normal 5) on them super cold days i throw them bootys on i have the ice breakers. 6) and something that has been stuck in myhead for years if your feet are cold put a hat on if your feet are still cold put another hat on Keep your head warm and give your body pkenty of room for proper circulation. We spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on weapons, hunts, bait, etc etc why skimp on the stuff that allows you to stay on stand longer. Invest in some good boots (i use muck boots woody max) good socks, top notch materials, and some ol tricks thrown in and you shouldn't have any problems!! __________________ DB's Euro Mount Service Rapid turn around time at a reasonable price... Call/PM/Email for details. Link for pictures... http://www.newjerseyhunter.com/article52679.htm

Posted: 02 Jan 2008 4:57 AM
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I am still wearing uninsulated boots this late in the year.......just about 1.5 sizes too big. Plenty of room in them which allows a pocket of warm air to form. One pair of thin wicking socks, one pair of thicker wool socks and they stay warm for most cold sits. My hands are another story. Last year they cost me a deer during winter bow. They were so cold and numb, I could not feel anything. Fading light, deer at 5 yards, I couldnt feel my sight light to turn it on. Couldnt feel my release aid...Couldnt even tell if I was holding the bow for sure. I just sat and watched. I wasn't wearing gloves though...so that could be part of the problem! Dont underestimate the warmth of your core either. A down vest or something to keep your torso warm goes a long way for keeping your extremities warm. Remember the body will "sacrifice" the extremities to keep the core warm. A hat and vest can actually extend the amount of time before your hands and feet get cold. I havent stepped out yet, but it sounds cold and windy today! Stay warm! __________________ "Only in dictionaries does SUCCESS come before WORK." -Alfred K. Henderson Will probably never kill a huge buck- PRO-STAFF

Posted: 02 Jan 2008 7:06 AM Last Edited By: Cripple Shot
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I seen a couple of days ago someone stating they spray their feet with scent free deodorant before putting on their socks and boots. Well, I now see it made it here already. __________________ My handle is not my aim. I'm a C 4-5 Quadriplegic who uses a converted crossbow. Feel free to email me - SCIQuad96@aol.com - I'm always in need for some shooting & hunting help.

Posted: 02 Jan 2008 7:15 AM
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Quote: if your feet are cold put a hat on if your feet are still cold put another hat on This is the best advice yet. Keep your head and neck warm and you will be amazed at how it affects the hands and feet. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/pod/horizontal-pod.js ...

Posted: 02 Jan 2008 7:17 AM
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Posted: 02 Jan 2008 7:55 AM
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i learned to wear boots that dont snug my foot. underarmor socks ( one pair ). then i have those pads with the pocket for the bottom of your boots for the heat pads. __________________ If Guns kill people Then... -pencils mis spel words, -cars make people drive drunk, -spoons made Rosi Odonell fat. steve hetley75@optonline.net http://myspace.com/hetley75 http://www.camospace.com/hetley75 http://www.killerskitchen.com

Posted: 30 Jul 2008 7:01 PM
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thick socks.. and good boots __________________ Trophy Blend scents youth staff

Posted: 30 Jul 2008 7:21 PM
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when im walking into stand i don't have any socks on. when i get settled i put my socks on and i dont have any worrys