This pair of hiking socks from Smartwool sports a lot of cushioning — and thus, protection — fills out the shoe quite well, ...

I paired these socks with some 8-inch 5.11 Tactical boots for a true hiking test. And I picked the hilliest park I could find in the county. It was one of the most pleasant hikes I’ve had in ...

So, if your favorite warm socks are on their last legs, or you’re ready to upgrade your existing ones with options that are ...

The starting point for any successful walking escapade is solid footwear, and that obviously doesn’t just begin and end with choosing a good pair of hiking boots. The socks you decide to pair ...

No-show socks are a poor match for hiking boots, as are ankle-cut athletic socks for dress shoes. Some types of socks come in a variety of heights, while some, like dress socks, are more ...

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Ski socks usually feature padded shins, to protect your legs against hard ski boots. Hiking socks should have extra cushioning in the heel and toe for added comfort over long distances and both ...