We break down the pros and cons of wool and synthetics to help you make the right choice for winter pursuits Having tested ...

Buying socks is an inevitable part of life and in my experience, wool socks are an absolute must have. Their moisture-wicking properties come in handy for skiing and other outdoor sports, and when you ...

Your feet put up with a lot when it's cold outside — they allow you to cram them into oversized boots, trudge outside into the snow, and hoof it around town in 30 below weather. After all that, you ...

Cozy weather is finally here, which means that it’s time to get your sock drawer in order. The warmest and most comfortable socks are woven from merino wool, a high-performance natural fiber that ...

Unpleasant foot odors are often caused by synthetic materials in either socks or shoes. F.O. is usually associated with sneakers. In recent years, I have become a devotee of cotton socks and even what ...

For an unrivaled affordable luxury, the best cashmere socks deliver comfort like no other. Cashmere comes with many of the same benefits of wool, like being lightweight, breathable, and ...

Planetmountain.com is a site about climbing, mountaineering, trekking, via ferrata, freeriding, ski mountaineering, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and ice climbing on all the mountains of the world. It ...

Having tested outdoor gear as my main gig for over a decade, I am used to finding myself on the same side as the experts when it comes to gear advice. We agree that cotton doesn’t always kill; ...