What kind of socks should you wear when trying on hiking boots?

The type you will hike in.

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  1. Thin dress socks
  2. No socks at all
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Why: Try on boots wearing the same type of socks you plan to hike in for a proper fit.

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Sock it to the fitting room.
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Answer: The type you will hike in. Try on boots wearing the same type of socks you plan to hike in for a proper fit.

  1. Scouting America: Hiking www.scouting.org/merit-badges/hiking
    make sure you’re wearing the type of socks you’ll be hiking in
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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