+Team DEMP Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 What hiking socks do you folks wear in the warmer months (starting now)? Where do you get them and what do they usually cost? Thanks, David Quote Link to comment
+Brianslost Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 I never had much trouble with blisters so I have always used regular old tube socks. But I have found the padded ones youcan get in most outdoor stores pretty nice. I usually use them in the winter though, over a pair of tube socks. Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 (edited) My favorite is Smartwool and I just use the lighter weights during the summer. Campmor sells them and they are about $14. I also use Bridgedale and Rhoner hiking socks. The latter two brands I get from www.sierratradingpost.com for about $6. I often use polypropelene, or Thermax sock liners as well, esp. when I'm going for a longer hikes. They keep the feet dry and reduce the possibility of getting blisters. I buy these from Sierra Trading Post for about 2 bucks. My 3rd choice is army surplus wool/synth blend socks. About 10 years ago I purchased several pairs for a $2 a pair. They have lasted a long time. I'm just starting to toss them now because they are developing holes. Thorlo socks are also pretty popular, but they cost as much as $20 and I wasn't crazy about the pair owned. Edited March 30, 2004 by briansnat Quote Link to comment
+Brianslost Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 A couple years ago I did buy a set of Gore-Tex booties. They are great for wet walking. I can feel my boots squishing but my feet and socks are dry. Quote Link to comment
+Stem Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 I use columbia day hikers (I think that was their name), about $10. Very comfy, and moisture wicking too Quote Link to comment
+HartClimbs Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 OH....SOCKS? I thought this thread was about hiking sex....nevermind. Quote Link to comment
+rusty_tlc Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 Cotton. I find that changing socks serveral times on a day long hike is best. If you do that it really dosen't matter much what type of sock you use, well other than nylon dress socks or something. It is good practice to check your feet a couple of times a day for hot spots, I change socks at that time, and add moleskin as required. Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 . If you do that it really dosen't matter much what type of sock you use, well other than nylon dress socks or something. Actually nylon dress socks make an decent first layer if you don't have a synthetic undersock. They don't retain moisture, so it is passed to the outer sock and your feet stay dry. The same way a polypro sock liner works. Cotton retains moisture, which can lead to damp feet and blisters, making it a poor choice for hiking socks. Quote Link to comment
+rusty_tlc Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 . If you do that it really dosen't matter much what type of sock you use, well other than nylon dress socks or something. Actually nylon dress socks make an decent first layer if you don't have a synthetic undersock. They don't retain moisture, so it is passed to the outer sock and your feet stay dry. The same way a polypro sock liner works. Cotton retains moisture, which can lead to damp feet and blisters, making it a poor choice for hiking socks. A nylon first layer always gave me blisters. Cotton is okay as long as you change them a few times a day as I stated. Otherwise Brian is correct. Quote Link to comment
+bob393 Posted March 30, 2004 Share Posted March 30, 2004 For the long hikes I went for my lungs on this one. Thuro wool blend outer socks and a poly liner with gore-tex vasques, only for the long hikes. The short stuf I just use cheep tube socks with the same boots, and they work fine. Quote Link to comment
+Team DEMP Posted March 31, 2004 Author Share Posted March 31, 2004 Great feedback folks - thanks!!! Quote Link to comment
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