What are the best thermal socks

Mrsmoneypenny

I have been told that a relative wants a really good pair of socks for under work boots, they would need to be extremely warm as he spends a lot of time outside.

Is there a really good brand? A lot say thermal; but is there one that stands out as being better than the rest?

cheers

Farway

Have a look at military ones

Funnily enough I have just asked for some sea boot socks for Christmas, I am ex Navy and these were always just the job

No doubt army etc have similar requirements

scbk

Bridgedale do some good ones

oliveoyl

Go for a good thick pair that are 100% wool... something like these http://www.manufactum.co.uk/Produkt/193770/1400795/Lambswoolwellingtonsocks.html

Mrsmoneypenny

Thanks for the replies, I also did a bit of searching on the internet and came across these

http://www.outdoorgear.co.uk/eshop.asp?wci=product&wce=34101701&desc=HEAT+HOLDERS+THERMAL+SOCK

They are 4.99 so I will be buying a pair of those.

signs_of_recovery

I completely agree with SCBK
Bridgedale are absolutely brilliant socks. Everyone I've bought them for is a convert. And they last for years. Just try to remember not to put them in the tumble dryer. They have some wool content, and while they don't shrink as such they do become a bit tight. You can probably pick a pair up for about a tenner, but they are a sound investment as they last for years, and don't owe you anything when they eventually die.
random link just googled: http://www.specialistsocks.co.uk/m19/Bridgedale/index.html
My husband, son and dad use the comfort trail for everyday.

oldsam

If you visit a garden show there in the outdoor clothing tents - you will get at sell out prices on good quality brands including long socks for welly boots , I paid about £1-99 a pair for cushion socks (towel loop weave) knee high type and this was in 2008- I am sitting here with them on . Plus a bodywarmer that will take a days work ,Also look in at a country store for offers .

dogstarheaven

i've been wearing Primark's Ladies Ski/Thermal Socks (knee-high) that comes in a pack of 2 for £2. i wear another pair of thin socks underneath, and these have been keeping my feet v toasty in this chilly frosty weather we've been having..

btw, i have pairs of Brasher socks (£10) which i wear for walking and these are really soft and comfortable, but i wouln't want these ruined for everyday wear tho...

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I'd also go for Bridgedale. I've tried lots of different ones. The Brashers are warm but I find they squeeze a bit too much for me.

The Bridgedale are the warmest and longest lasting I've had. I use the mid-weight ones as I don't like the real heavy-weights. I did have a pair of the heavies for my wellies one year but found them too thick and dense. Warm though!

katsu

M&S thick thermal socks good too.

I've bought thermal liner socks - good value in asda - 3prs for £5 or £7, bit dearer in M&S or camping stores. My oh wears them under wool/thick socks, and they are fab. Tesco do some great British socks, 2prs for £5 or £7. put the liners inside these and you have toasty feet. We spend lots of time outdoors and I really recommend them as an alternative to thick thermal socks.