Are Coolmax Socks Good For Hiking?
In the past few years, a new fabric has become popular called Coolmax. It's mainly used in sports apparel, but some sock manufacturers have also started using it in their sock models, including Darn...
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Are Polypropylene Socks Good For Hiking?
A lot of liner socks, running socks, and hiking socks are made from polypropylene (other called polypro). Very often, they're also mixed with synthetics and wool. The largest manufacturers that use...
Are Nylon Socks Good For Hiking?
Some popular hiking socks, like the ones made by Sealskinz, CEP, Feetures, Bridgedale, and even Darn Tough, don't contain any merino wool. Instead, they're made from mostly nylon mixed with other...
Why Are Wool Socks Good For Hiking?
Most hiking experts swear by wool hiking socks. But why exactly is that? Does wool really have so many benefits that make it a far superior choice to other fabrics, or is wool overhyped? In this...
Do Toe Socks Really Prevent Blisters When Hiking?
Lately, toe socks have been gaining some popularity in the hiking community because they prevent blisters. But are they really that good at preventing blisters, or are they over-hyped? I've hiked...
Are Hiking Socks Really Necessary To Avoid Blisters?
In this article, I'll be comparing the differences between a pair of good hiking socks and typical, cheap 1-2$ synthetic running socks. I'll also be sharing my own experience, and tell you why I kept...
Polyester Vs Merino Wool Hiking Socks: Which Ones Are Better?
Cheaper hiking socks are usually made from polyester mixed with other synthetics, like nylon, acrylic, and elastane. Whereas more expensive ones from merino wool mixed with a bit of synthetics. But...
Are Merino Wool Socks Good For Summer Hiking?
There is this myth floating around that merino wool is only good for winter hiking. I understand where it comes from though because wool apparel is usually only worn in winter. However, merino wool...
Are Polyester Socks Good For Hiking?
Generally, polyester socks are okay to use for hiking. However, not all polyester socks are equally good. Down below, I'll explain which polyester socks can be used for hiking and tell you what else...
Are Merrell Hiking Shoes Good For Your Feet? (3-Year Review)
I've owned the Merrell Moab 2 Vent hiking shoes for almost 3 years now. Initially, I purchased them only to use on my hiking trips, but since then, I've been using them for nearly anything - every...
Can You Use Ski Socks For Hiking?
Similar to hiking socks, skiing socks are also meant to be used for winter outdoor activities. So naturally, you might think that skiing socks should also be good for winter hiking. However, there...
How To Keep Socks From Slipping Into Hiking Shoes
I used to deal with this problem where my socks would slip down into my hiking shoes, and I'd have to constantly take off my shoes to readjust my socks. And I know how painfully annoying that is....