Lycra socks vs neoprene

[rjack321]

I just use my 7mm boots in MX. They work fine and most of my cave dives down there are 2-3+hrs anyway

 

[CT Sean]

wool socks are superior to both lycra and neoprene, in my opinion. [/URL]

First time I wore my hiking socks for diving was life changing. I used to regularly get blisters on my toes and wool socks instantly solved it forever

 

[KenE]

Will these booties work with over the foot fins as well? Which booties are suggested?

No, a full foot fin will only fit over lycra socks. I use the same fin in both cold and warm water and just change the bootie.

 

[hedonist222]

Why are you all wearing socks under your booties?

I've always just worn low cut in summer and hi top in winter without socks (open heel fins).

 

[CT-Rich]

I travel with my regular open-heel fins and use booties, which are much better on hot or sharp surfaces. I also have a neoprene socks that I really like a lot. They stretch over the foot, so they prevent chafing under almost all circumstances. Wet wool tends to bunch and sag and won't compete with neoprene for longevity.