News — walking socks

That hot, burning ache under the ball of your foot at the end of a long day is one of walking's most common complaints - and often one of the easiest to fix. Here is what causes it, and what actually helps. You have had a brilliant day on the hills. Then, somewhere in the last few miles, the front of your foot starts to feel hot, tender and sore - as if you have been walking on a warm pebble. By the time you get your boots off, the balls of your feet are burning. It is miserable, it...

Most walkers pack far more socks than they need. With good mohair socks and a simple evening routine, three pairs will comfortably see you through a week-long trail — a lighter pack, and happier feet from the first mile to the last.

Are expensive walking socks really worth it? Discover why UK-made mohair walking socks can cost less per wear than cheap multipacks, while keeping your feet drier, more comfortable and blister-free.

Do you really need liner socks to prevent blisters? For many walkers, one good pair of mohair walking socks is all it takes. Discover how liner socks work, when they're worth using, and why thousands of walkers choose the simpler, more comfortable option.