Hiking Socks

Hiking Socks

Blisters, hot spots and soggy feet end more hikes than steep hills, and most of them start in the sock. We design our hiking socks to move moisture off the skin, hold their shape inside the shoe and cushion where the trail hits hardest, so your attention stays on the walk.

Synthetic Hiking Socks Built to Dry Fast

Synthetic hiking socks absorb almost no water, so they dry quickly after a creek crossing, a wet morning or a sweaty climb. They also tend to outlast natural fibres on abrasive terrain, which makes them a good fit for hot weather, long days and anyone who wears through socks quickly. If odour control and a softer feel matter more, our merino wool hiking socks are the alternative.

Choosing Low Cut or Mid Cut Hiking Socks

Height follows footwear. A low-cut sock suits trail shoes and runners, while a mid-height sock protects the ankle from boot collars, scrub and grit. Our synthetic range includes a technical low cut made for trail running and a versatile mid-height all-mountain sock. Pair them with hiking shoes, women's hiking shoes or trail running shoes.

Best Hiking Socks for Heat, Dust and Creek Crossings

Heat swells feet and dust works into fabric, so a sock that breathes and keeps its shape matters more here than a thick pad. Choose a thin to medium weight, wash grit out between trips, and finish the kit with men's hiking pants or women's hiking pants whose hems clear the cuff.

Hiking Socks FAQs

Are synthetic hiking socks better than merino?

Neither wins outright. Synthetic socks dry faster, resist wear and cost less over time, so they suit hot weather and wet crossings. Merino is softer and resists odour better, which suits multi-day trips. Many hikers keep a pair of each and choose by the forecast.

Are there different men's and women's hiking socks?

Less than you might expect. Most of our hiking socks are shared across the men's and women's ranges and sized to your foot rather than your gender. Where brands do split them, the difference is mainly size range and a slightly narrower heel and arch, so pick by how the sock fits, because a loose sock bunches and a tight one pinches.

How thick should hiking socks be?

Match the sock to the shoe and the weather. A thin to medium sock works with trail shoes and in warm conditions, and a medium cushioned sock suits stiffer boots and long descents. Anything thicker than your footwear was fitted for can squeeze the foot and cause hot spots.