WALKING SOCKS buying guide

Not items that usually warrant much attention – unless they're the cause of sore feet – but there are some key considerations when choosing walking socks.

1 WHICH WEIGHT? Socks are normally classed as lightweight, midweight or heavyweight, offering different levels of warmth and cushioning for different seasons, conditions and activities. Wear lightweight socks for summer walks, midweight socks for outings from spring through to autumn, and heavyweight socks for winter – though if you suffer from cold feet, wear thicker socks. 2 PAIR YOUR SOCKS WITH YOUR BOOTS Your footwear and socks should work together to deliver walking comfort. Heavy-duty mountain boots are usually built to accommodate thicker walking socks, whereas lightweight trail shoes may not be. On that note, it's good practice to try on new boots or shoes with the socks you'll be wearing when you use them. 3 CHOOSE THE RIGHT LENGTH The most popular style of hillwalking sock is mid-length, which usually sits just below the…

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Trail United Kingdom (Digital) - 1 Issue, May 2023

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