bikegeek wrote:What you get for your money...
bikegeek wrote:goatwarden wrote:
These are lovely, in theory! However, they only seem to be heated in the cenre, so won't really be much use for cold toes. Also the illustrated mains plug/ charger looks a little worrying for a battery operated device, as does the box contents list which seems to offer only one battery holder (ankles wired together?)
Have used these myself for the last two winters. They work. All of your foot is warmed from underneath, esp. good for toes.
They run off 3 x AA cells per foot & I use rechargeables (2000mAh, good for 4hrs constant, longer if turned on for a bit, then off once you're warmed, then on when you've cooled, etc.).
They work in the wet. (don't expect 'em to dry out your wet socks, but they stop the stumpfoot feeling in the wet).
The batteries are contained in little pouches which attach to the leg/ankle with a comfortable velcro strap. (one per leg - ankles wired together?).
All the gubbins can be hidden under your garments. I keep mine just under my overshoes so I can access the on/off switch. The cables are 16inches full stretch and are fitted with plugs for easy shoe removal.
They're a bit of a gimmick I know, but they do work & are much cheaper than the Sidi versions. If you've got poor circulation, or are out for hrs on end I'd recommend. Put 'em on inside your socks for even better warmth & ease of use.
Cheers, P.