Men's Hiking Socks and Ankle Socks
The Socks and Ankle Socks men's page features hiking and trekking socks, under-socks and ankle socks from Lorpen, Monnet, LCF Outdoor, or Rywan.
The sock, the first line of defence against blisters, from summer walks to high-altitude treks.
Choose the thickness
A hiking sock is first chosen based on its thickness, depending on the shoe and the season. Lightweight models, like the Monnet Trek Extra Light or the Lorpen Coolmax, are suitable for summer and low shoes. Medium models, like the Lorpen Merino Hike Midweight or the Monnet Trek Medium, are the most versatile. Thick models, like the Lorpen Pro Trek Heavyweight, provide cushioning in rigid shoes and insulate from the cold in the mountains.
Merino, Coolmax and liner socks
Merino wool regulates temperature, stays warm when wet, and reduces odours over several days. The Coolmax fibre, a hollow polyester, quickly wicks away sweat, making it ideal for warm weather. The liner sock, like the Lorpen Liner Thermic, thin and smooth, is worn under a thicker sock: the friction occurs between the two layers instead of on the skin, a proven technique against blisters.
Height and maintenance
The height follows the shaft of the shoe: ankle or mid-height with a low shoe, crew or high with a climbing shoe, so that the shaft never rubs against the skin. Overcalf models, which rise below the knee, protect the shin in mountaineering shoes. A sock should be chosen according to its exact size, without wrinkles. It should be washed inside out, at 30 degrees, without fabric softener, and a spare pair should be taken on long outings.
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Frequently asked questions
What thickness of sock for hiking?
Lightweight models, like the Monnet Trek Extra Light, are for summer and low shoes. Medium ones, like the Lorpen Merino Hike Midweight, are the most versatile; thick ones are for extreme cold.
Why wear two pairs of socks while hiking?
A thin liner sock worn under the main sock absorbs friction: the two layers slide over each other instead of rubbing the skin, reducing blisters on long hikes.
Merino wool or synthetic fibre for walking?
Merino regulates temperature and limits odours for several days. Synthetics, like Coolmax, dry faster and resist abrasion better, and many models combine the two.
How to prevent blisters while hiking?
A well-fitting sock, without wrinkles at the heel, and shoes already broken in eliminate the majority of friction. At the first sign of a hot spot, apply a second skin dressing before a blister forms.
What height sock with high shoes?
The sock should rise a few centimetres above the shaft to prevent the shoe edge from rubbing on the ankle. Ankle socks are reserved for trail shoes and low models.
