Originally Posted by
Sy Reene
A good number of boot references. No interest on those from me. Can't say my ankles are ever where I feel the cold, it's always just the toes; so not looking for that much heft for where I ride. That said, most of the neoprene or otherwise thermal shoe-covers are always typically above the ankle height for some reason.
As I commented, keeping the ankles warm is key as the blood vessels are right at the surface where they are exposed to the cold. If your toes are cold, it’s because the rest of the foot and ankle are already cold. The blood flow is directed from the extremities to heat the rest of the foot.
FWIW I find my Lake boots comfortable on a road bike. The height does not bother me in the least.
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