{"id":21165,"date":"2023-10-27T15:22:19","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T14:22:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web-blog.svc.mountainwarehouse.com\/community\/?p=21165"},"modified":"2023-11-09T10:37:57","modified_gmt":"2023-11-09T10:37:57","slug":"step-into-comfort-outdoor-socks-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.mountainwarehouse.com\/expert-advice\/outdoor\/buying-guides-outdoor\/step-into-comfort-outdoor-socks-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Step into comfort: outdoor socks buying guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Socks are an essential piece of kit for anyone heading outdoors, but the type of socks you need varies depending on the adventure you have planned. Luckily, Mountain Warehouse has got you and your feet covered with options for walking, hiking, skiing and more.<\/p>\n

To help you choose the perfect pair, we\u2019ve compiled a handy guide, which includes key features to look out for and how to navigate our new colour-coded packaging.<\/p>\n

1. Understanding the product categories and features<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Activities and categories:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Activity\/category<\/b><\/td>\nSuitable<\/strong> for<\/strong><\/td>\nPackaging colour<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Walk<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0 Casual walks<\/td>\n\u00a0Green<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Hike<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0Medium distance hiking<\/td>\n\u00a0Blue<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Extreme<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0Longer treks<\/td>\n\u00a0Red<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Thermal<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0Casual use in cold weather conditions<\/td>\n\u00a0Orange<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
\u00a0Ski<\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0Wearing on the slopes<\/td>\n\u00a0Dark blue<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Levels of cushioning:<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\u00a0Low cushion<\/b><\/td>\n\u00a0Lightweight socks which aren\u2019t too thick but still comfortable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Medium cushion<\/b><\/td>\n\u00a0The perfect inbetween: protects and supports your feet without feeling too heavy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0High cushion<\/b><\/td>\n\u00a0High level of padding provides a thick, soft, and cosy feel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Engineered cushion<\/b><\/td>\n\u00a0For impact protection and extra comfort and support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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\u00a0<\/strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/h2>\n