I'll test the Seal Skinz socks this winter and early spring and if they don't work will give the Gortex a try.

I swear by my SealSkinz! Have done snow rides, wet rides, long road rides and bikepacking trips in them and I tell you what, they saved me from chilblains when I though nothing would. Going through creeks and accidentally putting my foot down, I always manage to have dry toes on the other side. Even if the water gets through (if you fully submerge them or it is pouring rain), they are insulted enough that the wet socks stay warm.

Hope you enjoy them!

Hi all! Intent is GD 2013. My partner Seb and I will be coming all the way from Canberra, Australia! Been getting the gear ready, doing the miles and generally getting excited (and a little scared)! Just put my name on the spreadsheet, will send a letter of intent sometime soon I guess. We'll be staying at the Banff YWCA before the start, but plan to be in town before the 10th. Look forward to talking to you all about it in depth over the months to come and seeing you on the start line! You can follow our progress here: bikingbethany.wordpress.com