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Socks! If you are a real ADV traveler you may want to take this final step in completely waterproofing everything you wear :)
 
 
https://www.showerspass.com/product-category/socks
 
I'm tempted to get one pair but $35 socks is kind of crazy, but it hasn't stopped raining here in weeks so maybe not so crazy.
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Socks! If you are a real ADV traveler you may want to take this final step in completely waterproofing everything you wear :) 

These look like a great find!  My boots will stay dry for 2-3 hours in a steady rain.  Once I had to ride for 9 hours in the rain to get back home, so these look like a better solution than cold, wet feet.They are out of my size, but I will let you know what I think when I get a pair.Cheers! 
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sweet, a test subject! :)
 
Looking forward to your feedback. As I just got off my short but very wet commute I am thinking they might be a nice addition to my search for dry.
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Boots with a goretex liner. My Alpinestars have never leaked a drop - even on multi-day rides with persistent rain.
I agree with you there, but I have an oddly shaped foot and so few boots fit me that I am going to make do with what I have.Cheers 
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Boots with a goretex liner. My Alpinestars have never leaked a drop - even on multi-day rides with persistent rain.
I agree with you there, but I have an oddly shaped foot and so few boots fit me that I am going to make do with what I have.Cheers
I find it difficult to get many boots on as they narrow at the ankle - hence using the Daytona Rainbow or XCR, short boots with goretex
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So I did order a pair of these socks. The crew socks not the wool socks (out of stock).
They are different to say the least! They feel like pulling on a woven scuba booty. They bunch up a little on the front of the ankle and are a little snug in the width (but I have a very wide foot).
I have used them twice, but not in the rain. They seem pretty warm, about as warm as my heavy wool socks, and appear to wick moisture well, but not sure how much my feet would be sweating when it is between 46 and 55F.
 
I did test them nearly the same way as the video - and they are waterproof. These will be in my touring kit for certain, but I will use my heavy duty wool socks for warmth and comfort on dry days.
 
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