Seal Skinz Gloves and Socks.

I used to wear the socks mountain biking in the winter. Kept my feet warm and dry no matter how many icy muddy pools I splashed through.
 
Gloves. The knitted ones with rubber bobbles on are great. I've had mine for 4 years and still as good as new. Just don't get them too snug a fit as they can feel a bit cold, but waterproof and great for handling wet and cold stuff.
The bigger helmsman-type gloves are absolutely amazing. Far too hot for most conditions. Completely waterproof.
 
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How in heavens name have you managed to get eight replies and 140 viewers without someone jumping in to condemn you for using products involving the barbaric slaughter of 100s of those darling cuddly creatures? Never mind, of course, that they are useful and worthwhile.

Don't mention your source of supply as you will be attacked by the animal rights activists soon.

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Squeaky
 
Thanks for all the replies.

It seems they get good reviews for sailing use. I was thinking of getting some but spotted a thread on a cycling forum I go on that had several very negative replies along the lines of "soaked up water like a sponge" etc etc. Obviously better suited to sailing than cycling.

I wanted them for both activities so may have a rethink .

PS Mr Squeaky Please dont inform the RSPCA but I sailed on a cat once :-)
 
I use the socks them for cycling (road and mtb) and sailing and have found them great. I went for the merino wool ones which feel like slippers, not the most flattering fit, and they are a bit tight to get on, but once they are on, it's warm and toasty feet no matter what your activity is :0)
 
graham said:
...spotted a thread on a cycling forum I go on that had several very negative replies ...
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Cyclist have been known to wear them with shorts, 3/4 length tights or short sleeves. Yes, really! Obviously, water runs down your arm/leg & gets in the top - you can't make a hole waterproof. Then the waterproof fabric makes a nice bag to keep the water IN!
 
Even so, I use the Winter Grip Gloves and if they get immersed they work like wet-suit gloves and your hands are still warm, if a little wet.
In the storm we had in January 2005 I was trying to rescue my tender and launch trolley in 45 mph winds, waves and below zero temperatures. My boots filled with water and my feet were frozen, but my hands, although fully immersed, were toasty warm.

Cycilsts must be wusses

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I seldom find it cold enough to wear the Winter Gloves

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Skinned seals

Each to his or her own when it comes to skinning seals - providing the seals consent I suppose it is ok.
As for the gloves and socks - I know some people recommend them highly. I have both and dislike both equally for sailing. I find that the gloves soak up water which wicks up one's arms and I soon can't wait to get them off before my handy wandies freeze. I also find the socks too cold on the ends of my legs - they feel as cold as a Seal - urgh! I find wet suit gloves far warmer for wet weather sailing in winter - neoprene does retain heat unlike the lining of the Seal Skinz. Wool socks in HL Deck boots unbeatable for me. So spare the seals and shave the sheeps!

Robin
 
Pleiades said:
Each to his or her own when it comes to skinning seals - providing the seals consent I suppose it is ok.
As for the gloves and socks - I know some people recommend them highly. I have both and dislike both equally for sailing. I find that the gloves soak up water which wicks up one's arms and I soon can't wait to get them off before my handy wandies freeze. I also find the socks too cold on the ends of my legs - they feel as cold as a Seal - urgh! I find wet suit gloves far warmer for wet weather sailing in winter - neoprene does retain heat unlike the lining of the Seal Skinz. Wool socks in HL Deck boots unbeatable for me. So spare the seals and shave the sheeps!

Robin
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I thought the gloves were waterproof? how do they wick water? I was considering getting a pair but this would put me right off, maybe just use my diving gloves.
 
I have the gloves and find them hard to get on if my hands are damp, once on they have been very good, haven't experienced the problems some users report.:)
 
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