What are SealSkinz®?

SealSkinz® are unique Waterproof MVT (Moisture Vapor Transpiration) socks and gloves designed to keep your hands and feet completely dry. SealSkinz® patented fabric structure provides the highest performance available--both inside and out. Plus, SealSkinz® waterproof gloves feature a seamless design with "gripper dots" providing the ultimate in motion control and gripping power.

What are SealSkinz® used for?

SealSkinz® are the perfect addition to any outdoor wardrobe. Whether working outdoors or participating in recreational activities, SealSkinz® keep your hands and feet dry even under the coldest and wettest conditions. Satisfied customers have used SealSkinz®’ for backpacking, bicycling, boating, kayaking, skiing, snowboarding, running, spelunking, hunting, fishing, gardening and rafting as well as any other activity where you need to keep your hands or feet dry and comfortable. Military personnel, mail carriers, construction workers and other professionals working outdoors credit SealSkinz® with helping them to perform their jobs more comfortably and effectively.

Why are SealSkinz® better than other waterproof products?

Unlike other waterproof products that are designed only to keep water out, SealSkinz® are designed to both pull moisture away from the foot as well as keep water from getting in, keeping you completely dry while allowing skin to breathe.

What makes them waterproof?

SealSkinz® socks and gloves feature a patented MVT (Moisture Vapor Transpiration) membrane.

What are SealSkinz® made of?

SealSkinz® feature a proprietary 3-layer system consisting of the latest state-of-the-art materials to provide the best in waterproof protection. They have an abrasion resistant outer layer of nylon and Du Pont Lycra® Spandex for durability. Elasticized cuffs prevent socks from sliding down and losing their shape. The waterproof Moisture Vapor Transpiration (MVT) membrane lets perspiration out while preventing water from coming in. The third and inner layer is composed of DuPont Coolmax® fabric that wicks away perspiration from the skin to increase comfort. Coolmax® fiber enhances the MVT action by diffusing perspiration over a wide surface area to allow perspiration to evaporate quickly.

Will SealSkinz® Waterproof Socks cause blisters or chaffing?

No. SealSkinz Socks have a unique seamless construction, which helps to prevent blisters and chafing even after hours of rigorous activity.