Cold toes: warmer feet without thicker socks

Cold toes are usually a circulation problem, not a weather problem. The fixes are simple and fast.

Why do toes go cold?

  • Too much pressure at the forefoot, careful fastening of foot buckles, too tight

  • Two socks or thick socks reduce blood flow.

  • Moisture from sweat or snow stays in the liner.

3 steps to try now

  1. Sock strategy - one thin merino or synthetic sock.

  2. Shell space - check toe box space with the liner out.

  3. Footbeds and warmers - support the arch and place warmers on top of the toes.

On snow test
Ski one long run. If comfort improves, keep the setup. If not, we will help adjust buckles and stance. If you get hot feet, try talcum powder in your socks before skiing.

Gear note
Heated socks and boot heaters can be great after the basics are right. Check out:
Lenz heated socks

David Walton