Plus there are affordable options available. If you end up with blisters your hike becomes a painful nightmare. Good hiking socks will protect your feet from getting hot spots from being too moist, too cold, and too hot which helps prevent blisters. I mean who likes having blisters and ...
These high-performing hiking socks—from brands such as Smartwool, Darn Tough, and REI—will keep your feet happy, just like they did for our testers.
Another hiking sock from the Darn Tough range (this brand is one of the market leaders in hiking socks, so I will make no excuse for featuring their products more than once), the Vermont ¼ Merino is a short and lightweight hiking sock that will come up to the ankle. Made from a c...
“I bought these socks for a camping/hiking trip to Iceland to wear with my Merrell shoes. I ALWAYS get blisters and did not get one the entire trip which included over 50 miles of hiking. The socks held up even in wet weather and weren’t too thick making your feet ...
Compared to other materials, it can be more affordable but also retains odors much easier than the natural fibers below. It makes for a great option for materials in the hiking liner socks above, and is great at its job of preventing blisters. The Injinji toe sock liners and the REI COOL...
As a day hiking option, the Terrex AX4 has a lot going for it. Unsurprisingly, there are a few compromises in the AX4’s affordable build. First and foremost is the lack of a proper toe cap, which we got a few painful reminders of when catching rocks on the trail. Additionally, the...
the same benefits that are found in their wool counterparts. Synthetic socks do a good job of wicking moisture and they’re typically more durable than Merino wool. The drying time for synthetic socks is also normally shorter than for wool. Synthetics are also generally more affordable than ...
Best Women’s Hiking Socks Darn Tough Merino Socks Yes, the best hiking clothes for women involve socks. Socks may be the most important part of hiking apparel because the wrong pair can lead to much misery on the trail. Plus, they’re the most affordable piece of women’s hiking clothing...
There's not much debate in the hiking community about which socks are the best; it's Darn Tough. The Micro Crew Cushion model offers an outstanding balance of comfort and weight; it was designed for hikers. And as the name suggests, no holes or rips. I've been using one pair since ...
A great, affordable option, customers describe them as great everyday light boots for a good price. Check The Price 4. Danner Men’s Mountain 600 4.5″ Hiking Boots Slightly different in design, the Danner Men’s Mountain 600 4.5” Hiking Boots are a nice choice for those tired of the ...