You know it when you feel it. There’s a slight burning sensation, but it’s not altogether clear that anything at all is heating up. In little time, when the temps are very low, the toes can become leaden, they may tingle, and, if conditions worsen, you may lose all feeling. If you’re hellbent on touring…
Review: Lenz 5.1 Heated Socks
Be kind to your toes.
Responses
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These socks have been great, from my personal experience.
However, I’d advise packing a backup pair of socks if you’re going to go afar with these bad boys. I’ve found that they induce more sweating, due to a heated foot working on ascending. If/Once the battery dies your feet are even colder than they would have been without battery.
They’re a necessary and helpful tool, but be prepared with a backup plan if you’re likely to run the battery down to zero in your day!
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I wonder if the way they keep you warm is from the rage generated when your socks won’t bluetooth pair with your phone.
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