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Reddit mentions of NeoSport Wetsuits Explorer 5mm Explorer Boot, Black, 10 - Water Shoes, Surfing & Diving
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We found 1 Reddit mentions of NeoSport Wetsuits Explorer 5mm Explorer Boot, Black, 10 - Water Shoes, Surfing & Diving. Here are the top ones.
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- TECHNOLOGY: Designed using neoprene for the necessary durability and reliability.
- VERSITILE: Premium water shoe perfect for a variety of water sports like diving, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, wakeboarding, kayaking, and many others.
- DURABLE WATER SHOE: Heavy duty abrasion resistant water shoes with a hardened insert sole for puncture resistant protection.
- EXCELLENT PEFORMANCE: Offers the perfect balance of warmth and flexibility.
- COMFORTABLE: Uses an adjustable Velcro strap and D-ring calf strap with skin seal for the ultimate customized fit.
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 5.5 Inches |
| Length | 10.4 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 10 |
| Weight | 1.58071441854 Pounds |
| Width | 13.4 Inches |
In winter I start from the lower Red Creek trailhead which will be open and accessible year-round. 4WD/AWD is advisable if it's recently snowed, but otherwise the roads leading there are pretty well maintained. The forest road up to blackbird knob may be closed or open, but if open it will often be gnarly. If you have experience driving on that and snow tires by all means try it, but don't count on being able to drive up to blackbird knob trailhead.
From Red Creek trailhead you will need to cross Red Creek to access the Northern section of the Sods. Since it's winter you will definitely want to remove your shoes and socks so they're dry on the far side. Use hiking poles so you stay upright and dry when crossing the creek. Don't take risks like trying to rock-hop, get your feet wet and cross safely with your clothing and upper body dry. Be prepared to bail if you go for a swim and keep in mind that hypothermia is very, very real risk once your clothing is wet. Red creek will not freeze solid and any ice sheets you see should be considered unstable.
If you're not sure you can walk in the cold water get a pair of wetsuit boots like these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002YQ7934/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_74?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Remember that winter backpacking has greater Objective and Subjective Hazards than summer backpacking. You can much more easily become incapacitated, injured, or killed. Ensure you have adequate margins of safety in your gear, a plan to bail out if things go wrong, and have left a detailed plan with a trusted point of contact at home.
That said, I love the sods in Winter. It's by far the most beautiful place I've been to in the Mid-Atlantic. The snow, ice, and wind create a harsh, but amazing landscape. Sunrise on a clear morning over the snow up there is fantastic. Just be prepared and don't be afraid to bail.