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SealSkinz offer waterproof/breathable protection no matter what kind of footwear you use—from hiking boots to sandals.

3-layer construction includes durable nylon outer layer, waterproof/breathable membrane in the middle and moisture-wicking CoolMax® inner layer
Foot-forming, seamless construction prevents uneven spots that cause blisters; nylon/Lycra® spandex cuffs prevent sliding down
Wear over thin, moisture-wicking liner socks for optimal performance
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SealSkinz Waterproof Socks Customer Reviews

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SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex

2.9

(based on 22 reviews)

57%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (10)
Durable (8)
Good design (6)
Regulates temperature well (5)
Wicks away moisture (3)

Cons

Heavy / bulky (4)
Not waterproof (3)

Best Uses

Kayak / canoe / rafting (4)
Backpacking (3)
Cycling (3)
Hiking (3)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  72%
  (13 reviews)
  Feels too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (11), Casual adventurer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)

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Sep

2007

(19 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Very Durable and Dry

By greenback

from Boulder, CO

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design

Cons

Best Uses

Water Sports

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

Used these primarily while kayaking; gives feet protective layer when you can't wear shoes or sandals in the boat. Found them to be pretty warm and very durable - walked over lots of rocks, etc along the river without a problem. Also used them with non waterproof boots in wet weather and kept feet dry. Downside is that if you submerge above the cuff, socks do not drain at all without taking them off-they are equally effective at keeping water out and in.

Nov

2008

(16 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Happy Feet a Happy Cyclist Make

By PDX Biker

from Vancouver, Washington

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Pros

Comfortable
Regulates Temperature Well

Cons

Best Uses

Cycling

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I cycle to work nearly daily in all weather wearing cycling sandals, 30-40 miles roundtrip. Winters are wet in the Pacific Northwest, and temperatures in my area drop to the low 20s at times. This season begins the third winter I have been wearing the socks, and I wear them until it is warm enough to cycle in sandals with just light cycling socks. My feet have never been drier or warmer. I bought one size larger to make room for another layer of socks depending on the temperature. The coldest temperature has been 15 degrees. I wore a light pair of wool socks under a heavy pair of Merino wool hiking socks (REI, of course). My feet were comfortably warm. After 1.5 hours of pedaling in sandals, only the tips of my toes were starting to feel cool, but not yet cold. In pouring rains for over an hour, my feet remain perfectly, and happily, dry. In this, my third winter, I noticed that the bottom of one of my feet was damp, with some water beginning to seep through. The other foot was still dry. The soles still appeared in good shape, but perhaps thousands of miles of compression on the pedals caused the sole to finally lose some of its structural integrity. I would have liked the socks to last through just one more winter. Still, yesterday I purchased my second pair in anticipation of more winters with happy feet.

Dec

2008

(15 of 21 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

not waterproof..........

By Travis K.

from Texas

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Cons

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Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I got these socks yesterday. I bought two pairs. I decided to give them a simple test in the tub. I stuck my foot in (no deeper than the waterproof liner) the water, pulled it out and what do you know? I have water inside. This happened to both pair. I would not recommend this product to anyone. Simple as that.

Jan

2009

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

great for winter running

By smt

from Cambridge, MA

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Cycling
Running

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

Tired of soaking my feet while running through the 5" deep puddles of 34 degree water that accumulate on every Boston street corner in the winter, I recently purchased a pair of these socks to see if I couldn't have a more comfy winter running season. I can't speak to their functionality in rivers, kayaking, and the like, but I would highly recommend them to anyone thinking about a pair of waterproof socks for running. Would be great for trail running as well. I was worried at first that they seemed bulky and stiff, and that they seemed too thick to really breathe, but on my feet/in my shoes they weren't bulky at all. I didn't really notice that I wasn't wearing normal socks, except for my feet were dry, even when my shoes were 100% soaked. Cyclists might have to be a little more careful as cycling shoes tend to fit pretty snugly, and while these didn't bunch up, they are thicker than a normal sock.

For reference, I wear a size 8.5-9 (women's)/9-9.5 in running shoes. I got a size M and they fit well.

Sep

2007

(8 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Socks that have given me comfort

By kanu

from Seattle

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Paddling

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I have worn these socks twice, or rather, on two canoeing expeditions in northern Canada. My feet have never been more comfortable. In the high latitudes, temperatures can regular vary between the 80's F, to below freezing. I always take extra socks, but almost never wear them when I have the Seal Skinz along. Though they aren't designed for it, I've even had to wade in them while lining. They keep my feet warm when wet and they dry out quickly.

Jun

2009

(5 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Not great for Canyoneering

By gunghoeel

from South Pasadena, CA

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Pros

Regulates Temperature Well

Cons

Bulky

Best Uses

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I got these socks specifically to go Canyoneering. In smaller pools where the water line was below the top of the sock, these socks performed well. Kept my feet dry and warm.

BUT once I dropped into larger pools (anything knee height and above)water easily entered the sock. Not only that, but once water enters the sock, it doesn't leave! I walked around for an hour and realized water was sloshing around INSIDE MY SOCK.

Also, these socks are rather uncomfortable. Too tight in the toe box, and very bulky, making your shoes a tight fit.

Mar

2008

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Waterproof Socks

By kayakknut

from Soddy Daisy, Tennessee

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Keeps your feet dry
Regulates Temperature Well

Cons

Best Uses

Kayaking

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I first purchased Seal Skinz socks years ago for a family member to use to keep the foot workings of their prosthetic leg dry while sea kayaking. They were bombproof! So I purchased them for myself as well. They keep my feet dry and toasty, and I have never had them leak at the cuff, even with total submersion over the knee. Awesome performance!

Oct

2007

(5 of 35 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Not Waterproof-leaks at top

By Arizona Hiker

from Tempe, AZ

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Pros

Cons

Hot
Not waterproof

Best Uses

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I bought these for wading through pools along a canyon creek. The first pool I had to cross was waist deep and the socks leaked around the top and became uncomfortable. To avoid blisters, I only wore them for 10 minutes but they seemed warm when hiking out of the water. (Air temperature was 70 and water temperature around 60.)

I understand the SealSkinz WaterBlocker socks may be more suitable for canyoneering since they seal at the top. Not sure what use the WaterBlockers are targeted at or what advantage the lack of a top seal provides.

Jun

2009

(4 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

sweet lies

By opossumshanks

from chicago, Il

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Pros

Cons

Not waterproof

Best Uses

Comments about SealSkinz Waterproof MVT Socks - Unisex:

I bought these looking to keep my feet dry while delivering packages on my bike last winter. I was hoping they'd live up to their description but I was severely disappointed. They were soaked through after less than an hours use in the slush and the only thing that kept my feet from going completely numb was the wool socks I wore under them. I feel like they were a total waste of money. Even in warm, wet conditions or worn alone, there is no lasting resistance to moisture whatsoever. Furthermore the claim that the material is "breathable" is totally unfounded. I've sweated less in wool. Do not buy them.