We absolutely agree that choosing the right hunting boots is important, but your socks need to be top quality as well. Here are 4 best hunting socks on the market (and we go into what you should look for in socks after these product reviews):
Carhartt Men’s Arctic Wool Heavy Boot Socks
Most of us should be familiar with the brand Carhartt. Made right here in the U.S.A, they make very high quality outdoor clothing and apparel. The Arctic Wool Heavy Boot socks are no exception and are an excellent candidate to protect your feet beneath your hunting boots of choice. These are heavyweight socks made out of 87% wool, 7% Nylon, 1% Spandex, and the remaining from other fibers. Wool is a superb material for hunting socks because it has excellent thermal regulation properties. Beyond this, the Arctic Heavy Sock is also very comfortable to wear thanks to its reinforced toe and heel and arch support.
Under Armour Men’s Heat Gear Boot Socks
Another name that most if not all of should be familiar with is Under Armour. This 94% polyester, 4% nylon, and 2% spandex sock delivers minimal irritation and maximum comfort. Foot fatigue is also avoided with these sock as a result of the embedded arch support. The dry material that Under Armour has installed into these socks also helps to provide the growth of bacteria that produce odors and accelerates the process of evaporation, so your socks truly will be kept as dry as possible. Last but not least, Under Armor has also placed extra cushioning at strategic areas of the sock, specifically in the areas of the feet that receive the most impact. When comfort and dryness are the two factors you desire most in the best hunting socks, it’s simply hard to say no to the Heat Gear Boot Socks from Under Armour.
Realtree AP Men’s Merino Wool Boot Socks
The Merino Wool Boot Sock from Realtree AP is a heavyweight hunting sock that is designed to provide extra cushioning to your lower leg and foot while giving plenty of arch support for a perfect fit. Many hunters believe through experience that wool is simply the most comfortable material to wear over the feet, and the Realtree is made out of over 85% wool. The wool on this sock will definitely provide plenty of comfort to your feet while simultaneously giving them the protection they need against moisture and water.
Browning Hosiery Men’s Tall Merino Wool Boot Sock
These are 17-inch tall wool boot socks. Support and comfort are the two biggest factors of these socks, with a fully cushioned lower leg and feet ensuring that your feet will feel great all day long and the arch support giving your foot the fit it needs. These socks are a perfect choice for hunting, and they can even be worn with rubber boots. Made out of 85% merino wool and 13% nylon on the leg along with 60% acrylic, 20% merino wool, and 17% nylon on the foot, the Browning Hosiery are also machine washable and produced right here in the United States.
How to Choose the Right Hunting Socks
Like mentioned previously, most hunters will put much thought into the boots that they choose to wear on their next hunting trip because everybody who has gone hunting knows that when your feet become wet and soggy, the trip is effectively ruined. But too many hunters overlook the types of socks that they need to wear with those boots, and will instead just throw on their normal everyday socks. This is a big mistake. To help you select the best hunting socks for you, we’ll guide you along the process that you need to follow.
The first thing that you notice when you try on a pair of socks is how comfortable they are. It doesn’t matter how comfortable or cushiony your pair of boots are; if your socks are not comfortable themselves, then the comfort of your boots is irrelevant. Obviously the comfort of socks, like any article of footwear, is purely subjective meaning you’ll need to actually try on the socks themselves before making a purchase. However, you should still know that socks that provide an arch and extra cushioning on high impact areas such as the toe and heels tend to deliver the most comfort to a majority of people. In terms of the materials that are the most comfortable, it’s hard to beat wool and silk.
Speaking of wool, it’s definitely the best material to use for our next factor: insulation. Wool is going to keep your feet dry even in wet conditions and will beat out synthetic fibers in this department any day of the week. If you’re planning on hunting into colder and wetter conditions, a mid to heavyweight sock made out of wool is the best choice. The only downside to wool is they take longer to dry than other materials, but this is why you should have multiple pairs on hand.
The next factor to look for is the thickness of the socks. Thinner socks will always dry faster, and it’s almost impossible to find a thick sock that is fast-drying. Thinner socks also give your toes more wiggle room in your boots. But thick socks are also warmer and provide more insulation, which why thicker socks are generally recommended for hunting purposes.
It cannot be enunciated enough about how important your choice of socks are when it comes to hunting. In recap, the three most important factors to look for are comfort, insulation, and overall thickness to make sure the socks are warm. With these mind, you’re sure to find the best hunting socks for your needs. Good luck!
