I am going hiking but dread the fact that my feet release an uncanny amount of sweat. I use the tenactin spray but that only lasts so long. Is there anything else I can use and what type of socks other than wool work best?

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The thick wool socks I have now make my boots fit too tight, plus I was wearing a silk liner sock too. So now I'm looking for a thin hiking sock. Hope you can help.

underarmour socks are good. its a great material that i use to play sports with all the time.

I have had the same boots for about 5 years and I have never had a problem with any sort of socks, but on my last 3 walks, my socks have started to creep down into my boots, most uncomfortable. Any ideas?

Either you`re not tying them as tight, or you need new socks?

I just bought Keen Venice H2 Waterproof sandals and I am wondering what socks would be the best to wear in them. I am going on a week long canoeing trip where we have to carry the canoe and all our gear for about a mile in between each lake so I thought hybrid shoes would be perfect. Anyone know what types of socks dry fast, won't blister my feet and will be still be comfortable when hiking between the lakes?
I know that Keen sells socks as well, but they have like 4 different brands. Which one is made for the hybrids so that you can hike in them in water and land.

I go on week long hiking/camping trips yearly and I use wool socks. Something like Smartwool or Bridedale (https://www.smartwool.com/default.cfm#, http://www.bridgedaleusa.com/socks.html). The hybrid socks from Keen look great. Wool dries quickly, breathes and should keep your feet dry but change your socks often, you want dry feet. Use some hypoallergenic surgical tape, like 3M's Durapore, on the places you get blisters.

eyzon47's answer is right on target - a thin, moisture-wicking first layer (polypropylene or some other synthetic like CoolMax, etc.) followed by thick wool second layer for cushioning. If you are prone to blisters, try applying something like Coach's tape or moleskin or one of the other fancy things like second-skin to the trouble spots before hitting the trail. You have to keep this in mind when buying your hiking shoes - try them on with thick socks to make sure you have enough space.

I stand all day and walk. I wear steel toed, slip resistant shoes. The heel of the sock is the first to go. What you recommend. I recently bought a pack of light hiking thorlo socks to see if they will help. Do you have any recommendations?

get circulation socks! they're really good for you if you're on your feet all day.

My ankles and feet swell when I hike. My boots may be too small because my toes always end up hurting a lot on downhill. I also am about 10 pounds heavier than I should be. Are there hiking socks to prevent the swelling?

It could be the incorrect sizing of the boots. Boots should fit perfectly, where your feet should not slide around in your shoe when you lift it up. When it's too big, your ankles and the back of your feet may end up rubbing against the shoe. You don't want them to be too small, either.

When coming downhill, tie your boots a little tighter. This is to prevent your feet from sliding forward, banging your toes toward the front of your boots, which causes that pain.

To prevent ankle swelling, try stopping and resting more often, taking off your boots during hikes, lightening up your pack, and doing shorter hikes. The swelling maybe your body's way of telling you that there's too much stress. You may also want to buy some hiking poles, so you can transfer some that stress away from your ankles and knees.

Happy hiking.

I walk 1hr each day for work and want to treat my feet

I have Hawkshead socks, and they're amazing and thick but don't make your feet too hot

I personally don't like to wear sock liners, as they are called. If your boots are well broken in and fit properly then there isn't any reason why you should get blisters.
It could also be the type of "hiking" sock you are wearing. Some people wear regular cotton tube socks, others where synthetics or wool. I prefer a light merino wool sock because it still provides a good amount of cushioning but isn't too hot. Also, the wool wicks moisture from your feel and doesn't smell.
I know people who wear only the liners and use them as their only sock. Others I know, instead of paying a lot for liners from a outdoor store they by regular nylon dress socks, like you would wear with slacks, they`re slick and prevent blisters and cost a 1/4 the price of actual liners.