Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

The DU Lounge

The Wandering Harper

(775 posts) Mon Dec 2, 2024, 12:30 AM Dec 2

0

Have you tried electric socks?

How are they?

13 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

Have you tried electric socks? (Original Post) The Wandering Harper Dec 2 OP

They hurt like hell, leave a burning odor and now my hair sticks straight out. LastDemocratInSC Dec 2 #1

not sure if you're serious or joking The Wandering Harper Dec 2 #2

My father used to wear them hunting years ago (and I'm sure they are far more advanced now). hlthe2b Dec 2 #3

When I first read your post I read "electric socks" as "electric shocks". LastDemocratInSC Dec 2 #7

that's the best! The Wandering Harper Dec 2 #8

I have. zanana1 Dec 2 #4

Thank you, do you recall what brand you had/have? The Wandering Harper Dec 2 #10

Thewarmingstore.com has a good selection. zanana1 Dec 3 #13

yup. When riding motorcycles in the cold I had electric sox.. Kept my toes warm at 50 mpg. mitch96 Dec 2 #5

Thank you. Do you recall the brand? The Wandering Harper Dec 2 #9

I don't recall the brand and if you go on some motorcycle accessory website you should find a few. Amazon? mitch96 Dec 2 #11

Sort Of ProfessorGAC Dec 2 #6

Back in my ice fishing days I tried them. Myself Emile Dec 2 #12

LastDemocratInSC

(3,876 posts)

1. They hurt like hell, leave a burning odor and now my hair sticks straight out.

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Original post)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 12:39 AM

Dec 2

The Wandering Harper

(775 posts)

2. not sure if you're serious or joking

Reply to LastDemocratInSC (Reply #1)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 12:54 AM

Dec 2

hlthe2b

(106,984 posts)

3. My father used to wear them hunting years ago (and I'm sure they are far more advanced now).

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Reply #2)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 05:01 AM

Dec 2

So, while I do quite well with heavy wool socks in insulated boots (two layers if under zero F and in snow) they seem like an option for some.

LastDemocratInSC

(3,876 posts)

7. When I first read your post I read "electric socks" as "electric shocks".

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Reply #2)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 12:48 PM

Dec 2

But when I realized my mistake I thought ... what the heck ... continue with the joke anyway.

The Wandering Harper

(775 posts)

8. that's the best!

Reply to LastDemocratInSC (Reply #7)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 02:29 PM

Dec 2

thanks for the laugh

zanana1

(6,313 posts)

4. I have.

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Original post)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 05:42 AM

Dec 2

They have to be good quality. They can be expensive, but worth it.

The Wandering Harper

(775 posts)

10. Thank you, do you recall what brand you had/have?

Reply to zanana1 (Reply #4)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 02:32 PM

Dec 2

How's their durability?

zanana1

(6,313 posts)

13. Thewarmingstore.com has a good selection.

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Reply #10)

Tue Dec 3, 2024, 02:37 PM

Dec 3

They sell good stuff, but it's expensive.

mitch96

(14,798 posts)

5. yup. When riding motorcycles in the cold I had electric sox.. Kept my toes warm at 50 mpg.

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Original post)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 07:38 AM

Dec 2

Like others have said, a bit pricey but worth it. I also had an electric vest and gloves. I was comfortable
m

The Wandering Harper

(775 posts)

9. Thank you. Do you recall the brand?

Reply to mitch96 (Reply #5)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 02:31 PM

Dec 2

Were they durable?

mitch96

(14,798 posts)

11. I don't recall the brand and if you go on some motorcycle accessory website you should find a few. Amazon?

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Reply #9)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 04:55 PM

Dec 2

Gerbling and Tourmaster come to mind. As for longevity I can't really tell you. I only wore them a few times as I did not like riding in the cold. I wore them maybe 5 times in 3 years...
Also these are made to plug into a 12 volt system...
m

ProfessorGAC

(70,835 posts)

6. Sort Of

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Original post)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 09:24 AM

Dec 2

I had a pair of battery heated socks back on the 80s. Ran on D batteries so a lot of weight. Probably better today.
Wore them at a couple if Bears games. Kept them in the car as an emergency item for the most part. But, they worked good.
Today I have a sleeveless vest that is battery heated. I can wear it under a windbreaker.
I play gold when it's in the 30s & and I can use it 3 rounds before I have to recharge.
Based on how well the vest works, I'd guess the socks are pretty good now.
It won't feel like a heating pad, but it's enough heat to stay comfortable for quite a long time.
One watch: many of these heated clothing articles DO NOT come with the battery. So, double check, and if the battery isn't included, remember to buy a battery, too.

Emile

(31,039 posts)

12. Back in my ice fishing days I tried them. Myself

Reply to The Wandering Harper (Original post)

Mon Dec 2, 2024, 06:07 PM

Dec 2

I would rather wear thick socks in insulated boots.

Reply to this discussion

Latest Discussions»The DU Lounge»Have you tried electric s...