Boots - Socks - Soft Soled - Open Cell

The Oceaner soft soled open cell boot are designed to provide maximum warmth and are recommended for anyone who's feet get cold, extreme cold water diving, commercial diving or ice diving environments. Allergy notice: It's rare, but neoprene and/or the materials used in its construction can cause allergic skin reactions. If allergic, discontinue use and consult a physician. Warning: California Proposition 65 This product can expose you to chemicals including Chloroprene, which is known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Super stretch lycra exterior coating with open cell interior Open cell provides superior warmth and maintains a performance fit Can be worn for freediving fins or inside neoprene dive boots for extra warmth. Fit Guide - use your current size for boots The Open Cell sock high cut design provides maximum warmth and is recommended for extreme cold water diving. Available in 3 or 5mm. Measure carefully the length of your foot - best to measure in inches or mm/cm. Size down if in doubt. Designed by Divers since early 1990's  Today, Oceaner specializes in custom tailoring and made to order suits. SCUBA wetsuits and drysuits, a full range of high quality freediving suits, along with a full range of accessories to suit the needs of each individual customer. They use only the highest quality neoprene and materials, specifically chosen for each application to provide the highest performance available. They provide standardized designs, along with a full range of custom options along with the opportunity to take a step further and work with us for any special needs you may have! Highest quality handmade craftsmanship, with each product being made. Fun Fact What is Open Cell Neoprene? Neoprene itself consists of millions of tiny air bubbles and when cut these air bubbles are exposed (open) creating tiny suction cups within the material. When worn against the skin the open cell neoprene sticks creating a watertight seal to keep a diver much warmer. Water sucks the heat from your body 12X faster than air. PADI suggests reheating your body after every session until sweating occurs bringing your body back to its' normal temperature. This will fend off hypothermia and keep you warm and happy all day. You lose up to 40 percent of your body heat from your hands, feet and head and yet, it's one of the last things divers think about replacing.  Please use the detailed chart above. We do not pay for size exchanges so measure carefully if it is worth it to you. Also, because of the suction-like properties on the inside of open cell is much harder to put on compared to a closed cell which just slides on. Open cell items require a lubricant to be put on before you slide it on your body. Without lube, you will not be able to put it on without tearing it.  However, socks (and gloves/mitts), you only need a small amount as you have the risk of falling.