Cold feet in Treestands

[Beendare]

Damn, there's a thought! I definitely feel like my feet are damp contributing to the problem.

What do you use to stay sent free?

Unscented antiperspirant spray....lots to choose from at you local walmart, target or CVS.

 

[weedwacker42]

In addition to liner socks and medium to heavy wool socks, I've used these for the last few years. The originals. Still going strong. Just have to remember to recharge! They don't get hot to the touch, per se, but seem to work well for me. Bonus that i don't have to add any bulk like the chemical warmers to my boots.


Heated Insoles Foot Warmers | ThermaCELL Heated Products

 

[danarnold]

In addition to liner socks and medium to heavy wool socks, I've used these for the last few years. The originals. Still going strong. Just have to remember to recharge! They don't get hot to the touch, per se, but seem to work well for me. Bonus that i don't have to add any bulk like the chemical warmers to my boots.


Heated Insoles Foot Warmers | ThermaCELL Heated Products

I considered those, I read an off a lot of shitty reviews about them failing and having a hard time getting them replaced under warranty

 

[elkbowkevin]

Get yourself some "micky mouse boots" from your local military surplus stores. They are an over boot designed for cold weather. Ive not used em myself but heard of a few old timers using them, cheap and it works.

I have some AK Idadarod boots 1200G thinsulate that keep my feet warm, almost too warm. They are an awesome goose hunting and yote in the snow boot.

One thing I heard a long time ago and tried a couple times was to put a 2x2 piece of thick foam rubber backed type indoor outdoor carpet on the stand and it will keep your feet warmer. I just poked a couple holes and zip tied it on, Seemed to help and my stand was less creaky when moving in sub 40 degree temps.

 

[Shrek]

Someone earlier said tight boots equals cold feet and they're spot on ! Loosing your boots when you get into the stand so there's no compression wiluhelp a lot.

 

[Stid2677]

Bunny Boots, I wear them all winter in Alaska. The white ones, as said make sure they are not too tight.

 

[PNWGATOR]

The key for me has been hiking in only wearing a t shirt and my hunting pants with all of my clothing in my pack. Once I'm close, I pick a place to get out of my clothes and layer up with completely dry clothing, put on my harness and then ooze to my stand as to not get lathered up again.
My feet are a problem. They get painfully debilitating when it's cold out. Bata brand Mickey Mouse boots that are just slightly too large have been the ticket. Not sloppy big, but roomy enough as to not restrict the circulation in my feet. There is room enough to slip a handwarmer in each and I'm good to go.
The heater body suit has always intrigued me and I may end up with one yet.

 

[weedwacker42]

I considered those, I read an off a lot of shitty reviews about them failing and having a hard time getting them replaced under warranty

Fortunately, mine have held out thus far. Although I haven't had them out yet this year... I can only take your word on the warranty issues. Sucks if true. I see they have now gone with an external/replaceable battery system option.

 

[LASTINLINE]

yup dust them doggies with anti perspirant. heavy pair of loose wool sox and loosened boots. shove a hand warmer in across the toes on top of the sox. more importantly i would get check by your Dr. thyroid and diabettes issues can make you feel cold no matter what you do. a bajillion grams of insulation wont matter if your circulation is bad.

 

[akshayv]

Suffering from plantar fasciitis for over a year made shopping for shoe a difficult task. I had read about Orthofeet and thought I would take a gamble. They are by far the BEST shoe for me. I had cleared my pain up over the winter months and was ready to get back into my walking routine. I bought plantar fasciitis shoes and absolutely LOVE them. Can walk three miles and have no pain afterwards. My walking shoes have turned into my working shoes. I will order another pair as soon as I have time to look and decide. Currently own the boot and now the walking so the third pair will be a charm!

 

[Phil4]

Mickey/Bunny boots work real well for me as well. I paid 60 bucks at army surplus I think they’re 80 on eBay.


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[SoDaky]

Thermacell and pair of ziplocks.

 

[Backyard]

Boot blankets are awesome. I have the Arctic Shield brand. They go over your boots. I hike in with my uninsulated hikers and throw the blankets on when I get on stand. I don't even use the handwarmers. Not sure how well they work on rubber boots, I never bought into that hype.

Make sure your head and neck aren't losing heat. There's an old saying..."if your feet are cold, put on a hat and scarf". 15 or 20 degrees starts getting a little chilly, colder than that I just wear my pac boots.

^^This^^ and I use the thinner insulated Muck boots, never have cold feet down to around 0 degs for about three hours or so. I don't add hand warmers till it gets really cold. (-0).

 

[sheephunt]

I use the disposable air activated warmers (Heat factory, I think), but personally, I have found that you have to put them in the insoles w/the inserts for them. I've also used the heated socks. I did buy a pair of the Arctic Shield booties, under recommendation from others, but have not tried them yet. Cold feet suck!! Mine start after less than an hour in stand.

 

[n816kc]

A cheap rear seat floor mat works great to insulate your feet from cold metal stands. Rolls up small in the pack. Paired with good wool socks, it works better than heavy socks and heavier boots.

 

[jpuckett]

Something that was happening to me often was sweaty feet when I made it to the stand location. I started wearing medi peds sock liners under my merino socks and it helped A TON!!!


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[Glendon Mullins]

Rocky Bearclaw arctic boots, my feet have never been cold wearing them, hunted plenty days at zero and below

 

[Riles1050]

I think one of the biggest things is wear normal shoes and socks on your drive to your area. Don't blast the heat and get your feet all swollen and sweaty. Change your socks and put on your boots after parking. If I have a long walk or hike into my area or tree stand i'll even bring an extra pair and change them when i'm done. Having fresh dry socks is the key for me.