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Equipment Review – Sherpa Rolpa Vest – Field Trial.
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Equipment Review – 1000 Mile Socks – Field Trial.

It may seem strange to bring you a review of socks, but they can be the difference between a good and not great day walking.  It is important to get the right pair for what your needs are.

Specification.

  • Double layer, that means ….
  • 3-4 season walking

Features:

  • Socks have many different levels of support, from no support. These socks have many points:
    • Arch brace.
    • Extra padding on sole and heel.
    • Full padding on heal to extend up the Achilles tendon area.
    • Calf and shin support.
  • These may appear to be of little consequence but can make a large difference of a walk.

Material used:

Outer Layer

  • 30% merino wool
  • 46% nylon
  • 23% cotton
  • 1% elastane

Inner Layer

  • 100% Tactel®

Environment and sustainability.

I would always consider this when looking at new kit.  These socks contain 67% recycled material.

 

How did they perform in the field?

These socks have been trailed in varying conditions from tracks to fells and mountains, over 40 plus miles of hiking.

Overall the socks performed very well:

The Highlights:

  • I had little to no fatigue after long walks
  • The socks were comfortable and gripped the foot well.
  • The two layers worked well and did not ‘stick’ to each other.
  • After 40-plus miles there was no wear on the socks.
  • The grip across the whole foot, Achilles and calf was good.
  • Although the sock can be warm, the breathability of the sock was good.

Points to be aware of:

  • These are 3-4 season socks so they can be warm in the summer months.
  • They are a thicker socks, so you will need room in your boot/shoe.
  • I always advise stretching the sock after washing, to ease fitting when you wear them next

 

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