The first choice is naturally merino wool, with a content of not less than 70% (cashmere is of course better, but the top big-brand cashmere socks are also relatively rare, so you should buy the so-called cashmere socks on the market carefully).
In addition to the fabric, the thickness, tube height, elasticity and weight of the socks also need to be understood. Outdoors are not suitable for too loose socks. The height of the tube is recommended to be medium-high (the socks are folded in half, and the end of the socks is longer).
The thickness and weight are measured by the side to measure the thermal performance. Any socks containing cotton, bamboo fiber, wood fiber and other fabrics are not recommended to be worn when climbing.
【Hiking Socks】
Compared to mountain climbing, trekking is more complicated. The first is temperature. For hot areas in summer, you can choose quick-drying such as cotton blends or full-chemical fiber quick-drying.
Relatively speaking, the full chemical fiber quick-drying is more breathable. If it is a longer walking time, consider wear resistance and easy to change. Full chemical fiber is more durable and easier to dry than cotton blended fabric; but cotton blended fabric is slightly better in terms of touch and deodorization. Better, for amateur and short-term hiking activities, it is recommended to use cotton blends. Of course, local tyrants can consider air-conditioned yarns, such as 37.5 degrees temperature control fabrics. In short, it is important to be suitable.
Even in summer, we recommend thick socks with a towel bottom. Abrasion is the law of nature, and even a hundred years of breeze can fossilize quicksand, not to mention the soles of feet that are walking with more than a hundred catties.
Followed by the spring and autumn seasons, the temperature is relatively pleasant, the hiking socks can be selected according to the summer. Or consider some irregular loop socks and socks with a large loop area in the style.
Then in winter, hiking in the alpine region, looking at most outdoor brands, Merino preferred fabrics for socks that require warmth, and of course there are thermally quick-drying special-shaped chemical fiber fabrics similar to Thermolite, but they are basically mid-range products.
Consider the thickness of the socks and match the various temperature environments with the level of merino content. Generally speaking, the higher the content of merino whole sock, the better. Choose a product with no less than 50%.
The style is relatively simple. Naturally, half-loop (foot loop) type hiking socks are selected. When considering hiking, it is usually recommended to wear mid-to-high shoes. The ankle protector is not easy to sprain, so the socks should have a suitable tube length, medium tube or medium high. Tube is a good choice.
In fact, most of my friends are amateur pseudo-outdoor crowds. They are relatively casual and not too wild, so there are still quite a lot of matching low-top shoes and socks. I don't think it matters much, just suitable. However, in terms of elasticity, you still have to choose sports models, rather than loose-fitting socks.
Hiking socks are also not recommended for cotton socks, except for people with porters and hotels who can continue to be willful. The main reason is that wear resistance and perspiration are not up to standard. Of course, cotton blended quick-drying socks are still more mainstream, usually outdoor brand basic socks use this combination.
There are also more varieties of running socks. Sports socks are different from outdoor socks. The outdoor environment and conditions are comprehensive. The outdoor environment and conditions are as follows: The environmental load is limited, and it is necessary to consider whether the product is durable enough to support the completion of the entire activity.
Running is fierce, high energy consumption, and impossible to be long lasting, so durability is basically not considered, it is good to consider cost performance and affordability.
Sports socks don’t need to consider their warmth retention performance. They won’t be cold during exercise. Just consider heat dissipation and ventilation. Therefore, the fabrics selected are generally cool and quick-drying fabrics such as coolmax, but sports socks have higher requirements for fit. Therefore, the socks need to be tighter, and the socks need to have a reasonable layout. The local tightness will become pressure and discomfort. Only the overall tightness in the structure will be more comfortable.
Let me also say that Merino fabrics are also suitable for sports, such as running socks, because Merino has certain temperature control properties and will naturally maintain a constant temperature. Of course, the effect is not so ideal, but it is also commendable.
Therefore, thin wool running socks are not uncommon. Even running socks for track and field, marathon and other events are also available in wool. However, Merino socks are slightly less durable and more expensive than chemical fibers.