Thanks to over 30 years of sock experience, we can offer a high-quality selection of trekking socks. Whether made from natural fibers like merino wool or synthetic fibers, the important thing is that the socks are comfortable while hiking, prevent blisters, and don't smell. We have the right socks for your next trail.
We use a mix of synthetic and natural fibers for our hiking socks. The combination of these materials offers optimal fit, breathability and moisture management for hikes. Lenz products with Merino SoftTec® , such as the Trekking 8.0 or Trekking 8.1 , also have a special inner layer made of high-tech yarns - for completely scratch-free comfort and long durability. Merino wool is known for its excellent moisture wicking - this ensures a pleasant foot climate and keeps feet dry. Polyamide and elastane are particularly hard-wearing and give the socks their elasticity. Hiking socks should never be made of pure cotton. Although cotton can absorb liquids well, unfortunately cotton is very slow to dry.
Padding is designed to maximize comfort in hiking boots and minimize the risk of blisters. Many socks are therefore padded or reinforced in high-wear areas such as the heel and toe.
The shaft height of the hiking socks should match the height of the hiking boots. The upper should always be higher than the upper edge of the shoe - in summer and winter. Our hiking socks, which go at least to the ankle, are particularly popular. High-quality hiking socks fit snugly on the foot so that there is no risk of blisters forming in the hiking boots. There's nothing worse than blisters on your feet ruining a hike. Our models, such as the compression 4.0 , 6.0 or 8.0 have a slight compression effect and therefore fit snugly on the foot.
Compression socks are recommended for particularly demanding hiking tours or trail running adventures. Compression socks put constant pressure on the calves, which stimulates blood flow. This allows nutrients to reach the leg muscles more quickly via the blood, which prevents the legs from tiring prematurely. By applying the right amount of pressure, compression socks accelerate the breakdown of waste and result in less sore muscles, vital legs and a quick recovery of energy for the next performance phase.
