Outdoor rink FREEZING

[sk8 0]

OK, I played at my first outdoor rink with the temp about 20 degrees F. After the first period all I could think about was when the hell this game would be over so I could go inside. I know some of you play outside frequently especially those who are fortunate to have the weather where pond hockey is actually played. I have always longed to be in that climate but now my indoor rinks are starting to look better - even with limited ice time.

Any suggestions for keeping your feet warm! I skate every day and my skates were probably wet which contributed to my feet freezing. Any secrets and yes we had a game so I had to play. Thanks

[hyprlte 0]

i usually put on a pair of thermal socks, and yes, having dry skates to begin with is usually a plus

[enwah16 0]

Dry skates is key as well as keeping them warm as long as possible. Stick them under the floor heater in your car to warm them up. The first 5 minutes it the hardest. After that you will find you heat up very quickly and will start removing layers. Get moving and keep moving. I have been on the pond playing 3 v 3 in below 0 weather in a single layer sweating like crazy. Its nice to be outside and have the fresh air. Under Armour Heat Gear works well too.

[Jarick 5]

Minny here, played in sub-zero temps many times growing up (not much lately but once this year).

Stocking cap if you don't have a helmet, otherwise I've seen some ski mask looking things that are thin enough to go under a helmet and have a hole for your face. I use an Under Armour stocking cap and it works great.

I also have Under Armour thermal socks, I think any thick thermal socks work great (and feel great with skates for me).

DEFINITELY dry out your skates. I've almost gotten frostbite from wet skates freezing my toes...it's not fun. Stick them next to a vent if you have one in your home, or maybe take a hair dryer to them (probably low heat) for a little bit before going out.

If you're not in full uniform, I usually go t-shirt (or UA type shirt), hoodie, and jersey. That keeps me warm enough. And long underwear under jeans or windbreakers.

With all that, I'm usually warm enough if I keep moving. My face will get cold if it's under about 15 degrees, so maybe a little scarf? I haven't played outdoors in full gear though. I would imagine if the gear is dry you would be fine with just thicker socks.

[mack 44]

The socks and dry skates are as good advice as you're going to get about keeping your feet warm. I'm generally good with a hoodie and these fleece pants I have under a warm-up suit otherwise.

Oh yeah, I always curl my toes around in my skates when I can.

[Hidious 0]

I had the same problem and i just started to lace my skates a lot looser than i usualy would. I can still play without any problems and since my blood can go in my toes easily, they stay warm just like the rest of my body.

[SickLife 2]

i wear full body underarmor, including the tall socks that go up to over my knees.

[Oberon 0]

I had the same problem and i just started to lace my skates a lot looser than i usualy would. I can still play without any problems and since my blood can go in my toes easily, they stay warm just like the rest of my body.

I agree with this. Be careful with the thermal socks - if they're bulkier than what you normally wear, it can make the problem worse by restricting circulation.

[indaslot 0]

Feet warmers (those little packets)inside the skates and hand warmers in your gloves.

[KYHockey3 0]

Feet warmers (those little packets)inside the skates and hand warmers in your gloves.

i like the ffeetwarmers, but sometimes they get a little too hot! i have a cold toes problem in ltos rinks. our travel teams main rink is extremely cold, and my toes are frequently near numbness due to coldness

[OhMyGodImOnFire 0]

best brand of hand/feet/whatever warmers-grabber mycoal. I think that's it. You usually can get them at places like Dick's (sporting goods...), the package is bright red with an imprint of whatever they warm up (hands, feet). completely worth the price.

[Cheesehead 0]

Feet warmers (those little packets)inside the skates and hand warmers in your gloves.

i like the ffeetwarmers, but sometimes they get a little too hot! i have a cold toes problem in ltos rinks. our travel teams main rink is extremely cold, and my toes are frequently near numbness due to coldness

it could be that your tying your skates too tight at the toes. try lossening them abit at a practice and see how it works( i had the same problem and it worked for me)