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SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Waterproof Socks

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Keep your feet dry when sloshing through wet conditions with these waterproof, breathable socks--no matter what kind of footwear you use!

An in-cuff seal blocks water from entering over the top of the sock, even when wading through deep water
SealSkinz unique MVT (Moisture Vapor Transpiration) membrane system is designed to keep you dry
Constructed using a unique barrier that keeps water from coming in but allows perspiration out
Unique seamless construction means SealSkinz help prevent blisters and chafing
For greatest longevity, hand wash and drip dry--do not twist or wring
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SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Waterproof Socks Customer Reviews

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SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks

2.0

(based on 18 reviews)

28%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (8)
Good design (3)

Cons

Heavy / bulky (3)

Best Uses

Hiking (3)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  81%
  (13 reviews)
  Feels too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid adventurer (11), Casual/ recreational (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)

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Nov

2007

(11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Waterblocker not blocking

By Dolphin

from London, Ontario,Canada

About Me Casual/ Recreational, Recreational kayaker

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Pros

Cons

Let water in at the top

Best Uses

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

The reason I bought these socks was the claim by the manufacturer that these are true waterblockers, ie. they keep ones feet dry, even if submersed fully.(the picture on the package shows a person submersed in water well over the top of the socks, to emphasize this point) Well, not so! I only wore my "waterblockers" once,kayaking. As soon as the water level reached higher than the top of the membrane (which is actually several inches below the top of the sock),the sock became waterlogged. The top seal did NOT keep the water out, not even for a few minutes! I had taken special care to ensue that the top seal was not bunched up and fit clean and smooth around my legs. I had to remove the socks completely, in order to get the water out. Not a good choice in cold weather, especially if you have no dry spares! Therefore, whatever these socks may be good for, they should not be called waterblockers, since they do NOT block out the water, if submerged. Only if the water stays below the membrane top, will they keep your feet dry.

Jul

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Ironic socks

By titocamper

from Minneapolis

About Me Professional Guide

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Pros

Cons

Don't drain
Not water resistant
Overpriced

Best Uses

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

The product did a good job of absorbing and keeping water IN rather then out. I first thought it was a design flaw, but it didn't drain as if it had a leak. I even tried them inside out thinking they must work better, but that didn't help. I'd prefer wearing a wool product because then at least you'd get drainage and warmth. These may work if you are walking in boggy areas where water may seep over the top of your shoe, but didn't work at all in any immersion. I dried and retried these 4 times with the same results each time.

Nov

2007

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Not good. Just buy extra wool socks.

By wildergeek

from Kettering OH

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Bunches Up
They delaminate
They leak

Best Uses

Dry conditions

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

I returned mine [...]. I used them for a trip to Buckskin Gulch in AZ. A day later the socks were full of water and falling apart. For some odd reason, the water leaks in, but doesn't leak out and my boots were making strange, squishy sounds. That was funny. But my wet feet were not amused. 350 stream crossings later, the socks had completely delaminated (meaning the liner had separated from the membrane). I gave them one star only because they did a good job of cushioning my feet and were comfortable, even when wet. If not for that, they would have gotten a zero.

Jun

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Best So Far for Stream Wading

By SwampMama

from Northeastern U.S.

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Regulates Temperature Well

Cons

expensive
Wears Quickly

Best Uses

Water Sports

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

I work in streams and have struggled for a long time to find the right gear. These socks work very well with shoes that drain water (wet wading boots, kayak shoes, etc.) They can leak at the top, and i am not sure about their durability. They work well in combination with sock liners and rain pants over them. This allows much more stability and freedom of motion in the water than a set of waders, which is the next best option.

Oct

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

They work just fine

By Adam DZ

from New York City

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Cushy
Good Design

Cons

Bulky

Best Uses

Cycling

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

These work fine, as advertised. I rode my bike to work all Fall and Winter 2009/2010 in all kinds of weather and they kept my feet dry. In freezing weather I put a pair of merino socks underneath. I also wore them while touring with sandals only. As other reviewer mentioned they're most comfortable if worn with shoes that drain water. I wear either sandals or mesh-top sneakers. Otherwise water will stay inside the shoes and make for weird walking and sound funny.

For those who complain that they leak, of course they would leak water over the top and then retain it. There is no magic, you just had wrong expectations. They're meant to be worn under rain pants or waterproof bicycle tights which will prevent water from entering the socks from the top. Then these socks will keep your feet dry. Don't wring or twist them after washing or you'll ruin them, they have some kind of synthetic foil-like layer inside; and you shouldn't tumble dry them in high heat

The only downsides: they take a very long time to dry after washing, they're thick and feel bulky and they're too warm for moderate and warm weather. I'm about to order another pair.

Jun

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Should have read the reviews first.

By Desert Trekkie

from Salt Lake City, Utah

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Leaked like Titanic

Best Uses

Door stopper

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

Here is a prime example of how I should have gone to the store computer and ready the reviews before I spent a ton of money on two pairs of these things. My daughter and I used these in the Narrows of Zion and they leaked the very first time I got in water deep enough to go over the top of the socks. It didn't just trickle in, these things filled right up. My daughter had the same problem!

Not only that, but the material is so thin that the cold water that leaked in stayed cold rather than warming up with typical neoprene socks. Seriously, I rarely have a bad thing to say about anything, but these were a serious rip-off. REI should pull them off the shelves!

Do yourself a favor and buy some cheaper neoprene socks if you are going to be walking through a lot of cold water. These expensive socks won't do anything but drain your wallet and raise your blood pressure.

Oct

2007

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Onwed 3 pairs, all 3 failed

By Tsukai

from Albuquerque, New Mexico

About Me Avid Adventurer, Journey-man Mountaineer, Survivalist

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Pros

Cons

Bulky
Bunches Up
Causes Blisters
Leaks water
Leaves feet water logged
Uncomfortable
Wears Quickly

Best Uses

None

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

I bought a pair of these "waterproof" socks and went on a 3 day excursion, I was using rubber boots along with these socks, my feet were blistered and battered, they were water logged. I had a horrible experience with these.

I sent an email to the companies website and they sent me not 1 but 2 FREE waterproof socks of the same brand and style. These were horrible as well. I am completely dissatisfied with these socks.

Jan

2009

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Expensive Nice Socks

By Arctic Oswegonian

from Oswego, NY

About Me Casual Adventurer

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

Very nice socks. A gift for my husband, they were too small (size 11 mens) so I wear them. I am Womens size 9 1/2 Wide. They are a bit snug in the toes, yet they are a Size Large.
Reccomend highly the size chart be addressed. Otherwise they conform to the foot and great for all types of boots and/or shoes. Notably, they have not yet been put to the test of even puddle jumping. Could wearing them too tight cause them to breakdown quickly. Would be interesting to test this out, wear two sizes above the recommended?

Jan

2009

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Same can be found on net, much cheaper

By Wahoo

from Near Great Smokies

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

I will stay with wool. 80% or higher when it comes to socks.

Aug

2008

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

One foot stayed dry...

By Karen on Lopez

from Lopez Island

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about SealSkinz H20 Waterblocker Socks:

I wore these socks (under water sandals) on the Bowron Lake Circuit last September, paddling several hours per day. I wore them over wool socks and found that one foot was consisently wet and squishy. The dry foot was happy, the wet one was not. This year I will get something else for the trip.