The best hiking socks are a wardrobe staple in any outdoorist’s closet. Breathable, durable, comfortable, colorful—they’re built to withstand the realities that come with miles upon miles of walking.

Once you’ve been bit by the hiking bug, a little bit of rain is the last thing that’s going to stop you from getting after it—and that means investing in a pair of waterproof hiking shoes. But finding ...

One of the biggest surprises I ran across when I started hiking every weekend was how darn important the best hiking socks are in a well-rounded kit of hiking gear. I made all the mistakes that newbie ...