What kind of socks should I wear for a 6 mile hike?
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A six mile hike is really no big deal, but you are prone to getting blisters in your feet, here's a recomendation from a Marine medic; wear thin silk socks, then thicker cotton socks directly over them. This will keep the soles of your feet from sliding around creating friction which is a cause for blisters. This is not a fool proof method, but it kept my feet blister-free during 12-30 mile hikes.
564377
I carry the osprey atmos 50.  Super comfy and plenty of space if you know how to pack.  The vapor trail by granite gear and the g pack by Gregory are 2 other sub 3 lb packs that hikers like.  You don't want more than 3500 cubic inches because you will be tempted to stuff it with stuff you probably won't use.  One of the easiest ways to keep your pack weight down is to not give yourself space for junk.
856321
I think what you're using is okay, but a thinner sole would make it easier on your feet. Also I like to use shoes with good ankle support.
843528
I think you will need snow pants, otherwise if you don't wear them your pants will get very cold and wet, a warm jacket, and gloves that are water resistant, because again if you don't your hands will get cold and wet, and a head band or hat for your ears, and maybe some snowboots, if you don't want to buy snow boots, wear hiking books with 2 or if you can 3 pairs of socks and you probably want to wear some longer pants under your snow pants and tuck the pants underneath your snow pants into your socks otherwise get snow in your ankles which isnt very fun, and put your gloves on first then put on your coat that way your gloves will be tucked in your coat and snow won't be able to get in, but I do have to say its very hard not to get snow in your socks and hands, so dont worry about it too much.
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put on a pair of mid calf white thick socks / thick wool ones work also.  wrap once from the bottom to the top without too many creases with duct tape, then place an old inner sole from one of your old shoes and wrap again with more duct tape.  that's what i'd do if you didn't have to have certain regulations or email me and my friends in houston will tell me how to get them or they may even have an extra pair
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You could try rubbing baby powder on them before putting on your socks, or some type of medicated powder like Gold Bond.  You can also get socks made from a CoolMax-type material that works to pull away sweat --generally used by runners while they work out.
301429
one layer of regular anyday socks\none layer of wool socks\ncomfortable, warm, thinsulated, waterproof shoes or boots
805531
wear shoes that are comfortable that if you cant take them off than you wont be un comfortable\n to the calf dress
857374
Can I wear a shirt that matches the socks ?
970918
Try an EMS or another outdoor camping and hiking store in your area.  Something form fitting that is used for hiking will do the trick.  Try them all on I am sure that you will find something that works for you.
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Layering is the most important so u can adapt to the changing temperatures of the day.  \n\nUnderlayer: long underwear.  Can also be "work out" style clothes that wick away sweat.\n\nFleece/ Sweatshirt:  Top or top and bottom, depending on how cold.  In the spring, I often wear just a t-shirt and long under pants under my ski suit\n\nSuit:  Winter jacket and snowpants.\n\nHat:  I'd recomend a helmet.  They keep you nice and warm, and it will save your life.\n\nSocks: Ski socks are nice, but not nessicary.  Wear something that will strech out of your ski boots (almost to your knees).  I dont recomend woll socks, they can get very itchy in ski boots.\n\nBrands:  Just go to any ski store and they'll show you good stuff.  If you're on a budget, department store winter clothes will work just as well, but won't looks as cool and won't have the specific toys (ie. goggle wipper, mp3 pocket, powder skirt (keeps the snow out the bottom of the jacket), wrist snow gaurds, etc).\n\nAdjust layers to temperature.  If its really warm, some people ski in a t-shirt and swim trunks.\n\nHave a great time on the slopes.
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i say just wear double socks and i dont know wat else...may be a nother shirt under neath..u know like a tank or sumthin...
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Where to get them should be simple enough, why you would buy them is the more important question?????\n\nHe stated they were comfy to wear, surely just as comfy (and not as sweaty) to not wear them at all.\n\nThey tend to make toe socks in nylon, which makes your feet sweat and smell.\n\nJust my opinion though
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i go canoeing almost everyday and i wear a T-shirt bathing suit or light shorts and i usually go barefoot, if you wear sandles they have a good chance of falling off if you tip and they will float away, so if you dont want to go barefoot use an old pair of tennis shoes you can get wet, and since it is your first time i highly recomend a life vest, espeically if you are going in a deep river or lake
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baby powder or weight-lifter's/rock climber's chalk should work just fine - my feet get clammy and slip, too . . .
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Slbell68 is right - down is not good for backpacking.  Look for a fiberfill bag with a stuff sack.  I got mine at EMS about 15 years ago and it's fine.\n\nYou want a bag that weighs about 2.5 pounds, no more than 3 pounds and that squishes down to about the size of a small cushion.\n\nLink below is to articles I have written about gear with a link to Sierra Trading Post.  This place has a wide range of products and they guarantee everything they sell.\n\nNo lie - my hiking boots fell apart and I glued them and even though they were three years old - Sierra took them back and refunded my money.  I buy everything from them - quality and customer service are top-notch.
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Ah yes! What to wear, what to wear. Well, I suggest a nice tight fitting T-shirt that shows off your chest pecks. Perfered colors are purple, tan, white, and pink. If you hate pink that's ok. Now wear tight jeans, not the jeans that you can see your As- crack or keep pulling up them up past your knees! I mean jeans like the Levis 505, or even 501's. They show the buns of steel baby! Or if you still have a pair of I believe they were Levis 560's that were tapered jeans, they will do nicely also. For shoe, Brand name babbies! Nik, Conver, etc... Socks-white, and make sure you smell really, really nice! I mean brand name stuff, not this is your fathers smell Old Spice style!