New Boots?

[gr8jab]

You can also just use a pair of sports socks from the neighbor athletic center or department store. Synthetic of course. We have done this since almost dive one.

Are they lycra or nylon?

 

[gr8jab]

Have you thought about changing from the spring straps?

I loved spring straps on my last fins. Yes, these are new fins/straps, but also new boots.

Mind you, I didn't start getting some minor sores until dive 16ish. With my old boots, I had painful sores (from walking, I think) after just 2 days.

 

[AdivingBel]

I really like these. Beefy Socks

 

[uncfnp]

^^^Those look nice!

Are they lycra or nylon?

I have used several brands over the years. They are usually a blend of polyester, nylon, spandex, etc. Often labeled moisture wicking or stay dry or some such and usually with some degree of advertised “compression” support. I typically take a pair for each day diving on a trip.

Originally I bought dive socks and hated that seam. But that was years ago. If I can find those Beefy Socks I may give them a try.

 

[Floats]

Actually, as a temporary measure to "save a dive" you might try Leukotape. It does not come off when wet like moleskin, bandaids etc. Hikers use it to stop hot spots. It stays on even with sweaty feet. A friend recently got a toe rub and I lent him a piece. He wrapped his toe. 4 days later at 4 dives a day it was still on and he was able to enjoy the diving. As soon as you start to feel the rub, apply it like a bandaid, and it will stop the rub and make all the difference in the world.

Hope this helps

Bill