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Does Socks over shoes really stop you slipping on ice

  • 05-12-2010 2:19pm
    #1
    soupdrinker
    Registered Users Posts: 66 ✭✭


    Hi

    Not sure if this is the correct forum but as above, if you put socks over your shoes does it really stop you slipping when walking on ice??

    I know it doesn't look cool but would prefer that than falling and breaking a limb!

    Thanks


Comments

  • #2
    Toto Wolfcastle
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 25,005 ✭✭✭✭Toto Wolfcastle


    It worked for a few of my colleagues the other day but last year my sister did it and she fell. I think you need a good thick pair of socks for it to work. Personally I think that a good pair of shoes is a much better idea.


  • #3
    Milk & Honey
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,950 ✭✭✭Milk & Honey


    The socks must be wool.


  • #4
    spinandscribble
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,000 ✭✭✭spinandscribble


    I think going slow is the answer. I keep seeing people falling over when I'm walking in town. The one thing i've noticed is they weren't walking slowly. Leave yourself plenty of time going places.


  • #5
    Asphyxia
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,740 ✭✭✭Asphyxia


    I think it would work as long as the socks are dry because they'll stick but when there wet I can see it being slippy again. I agree with spinandscribble best thing is to take you time.


  • #6
    stripysocks85
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,877 ✭✭✭stripysocks85


    Apparently it works, I haven't tried it, I avoid walking on ice when I can as I am a total clumsy arse!! The socks would only work for a short period whilst they are try, once they get damp they'll lose their grip. They would work because there's traction between the material and the snow, but not when damp/wet.


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