Socks
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Finntrail · Winter fishing socks
Which socks keep your feet warm by the ice hole?
Finntrail EXTREME MERINO 3203 are the warmest merino wool socks in the Finntrail line, which is why they are the only ones in the winter angler’s group. The thicker knit holds warmth when you sit on a box for hours and your feet hardly move, while the wool wicks away the moisture your feet give off on the walk to your spot. For them to keep you warm, the boot must be roomy and dry.
- Winter fishing boots
- Thermal clothing for winter fishing
- Winter fishing gear
- Socks and other accessories
How to choose, when they are not the right fit, and FAQ
Who they are for
- •Anglers who spend the whole day on the ice sitting in one place, when cold comes through the soles first.
- •Walking across a frozen lake with an auger and a box: merino wool wicks moisture, so your feet do not chill from sweat when you sit down.
- •Kneeling by the hole and walking often between holes: the reinforced heel and toes withstand rubbing in warm boots.
How to wear them
There is one model in the category, so you are not choosing socks but how to combine them with boots and layers through your day on the ice.
Situation on the ice How to wear EXTREME MERINO 3203 What to combine with Long hours sitting in hard frost One pair on a dry foot. The boot should leave room for your toes to move, because a squeezed foot gets cold faster. Warm boots TOURING 5230 or BLIZZARD ATOP 5234 Walking with gear to a distant spot Open your suit while walking so you sweat less, and change into a dry spare pair when you arrive. Backpack RANGER 50L 1708 or EXPEDITION 40L 1730 for the spare pair A whole day from morning to dusk Socks are the base layer for your feet, so for your body too choose a wool or synthetic thermal layer, not cotton. Thermal clothing MERINO 6209 or THERMO S 6304 When they are not the right fit
- •Warm autumn or spring weather. EXTREME MERINO 3203 is made for hard frost, so when it warms up your feet will overheat and sweat in them.
- •Tight boots. The thicker knit takes up room, so try on boots with these socks.
- •Protection from water on the ice. A wet sock warms less, so on a day of thaw it is the boot that must keep water off your foot.
Frequently asked questions
Why do my feet get cold even though I wear warm socks?
Usually because of a tight boot or moisture. A squeezed foot gets cold faster, and sweat from walking chills you once you sit. Try your boots on with EXTREME MERINO 3203 and change into a dry pair by the hole.
How does EXTREME MERINO 3203 differ from ordinary merino socks?
They are thicker and warmer than the regular Finntrail merino socks, so they are made for deep winter and hard frost. For milder weather you will find thinner socks in the accessories section.
Do merino socks get damp on the walk to the hole?
Merino wool wicks moisture and breathes, so your feet stay drier when walking than in cotton socks. For a long walk with heavy gear it is still worth keeping a spare pair in your backpack.
How should I wash and dry merino socks after fishing?
Wash them cool, up to 40 °C, on a gentle wool cycle, without fabric softener or bleach. Dry them flat at room temperature, not on a radiator, so the wool does not felt and keeps managing moisture.
Buy with confidence
Warranty
24-month warranty on Finntrail socks.
Returns
Wrong size? Return or exchange within 30 days. Free in the Baltic states with an Omniva or DPD return code.
Delivery
Free delivery to Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. Items in our warehouse in Lithuania ship within 1 to 2 working days, items in the manufacturer’s warehouse within 3 to 5 days.
Not sure whether the socks will fit in your boots? Ask the Finntrail AI assistant in the corner of the page or email pagalba@finntrail.lt.
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