When picking out a pair of hiking socks, pay attention to both length and cushioning. Adventurers who prefer to trek in trail runners or low-cut hiking shoes can shed some extra fabric with a no-show or quarter-crew design, while high-top hiking boot wearers should choose a longer "crew" sock height.
Natural fibers, like Alpaca and Merino wool, are great at odor-prevention, insulation, and wicking away sweat. Synthetic materials, on the other hand, are likely to be a bit more durable and affordable.
The long and the short of it is that having the right hiking socks makes a big difference.
I've hiked on all seven continents and in every national park in the US, including remote treks in Iceland, Nepal, Antarctica, and Ecuador. I even did a 23-day stint on the John Muir Trail, with only one blister to speak of.
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