What are the best socks for boots?
Posted by phil@nznaturalclothing.co.nz BigCommerce on 1st Aug 2022
These boots are made for walking, and that’s just what they’ll do… one of these days, these boots are going to cause you pain because you didn’t invest in the right socks…
Doesn’t quite have the same ring to it, but choosing the right socks to protect your feet in your boots is super important.
When you’re out there in the world and your boots are carrying you, you’ve got to be damn sure that your feet are getting the best level of comfort possible.
Here at New Zealand Natural Clothing, we care about your feet, so we’re going to walk you through the different types of boots we’re talking about, the socks you should be considering and why choosing the right combination matters to both you and us.
What boots are we talking about?
Boots come in all shapes and sizes, and we aren’t just talking about work boots!
All boots do a brilliant job of getting us from A to B, and some just look elegant with a winter frock!
Boots are generally classified by the fact that they cover the foot and ankle, and often part of the lower calf. There are even some boots out there that go as far as the knee or, sometimes, the hip!
Here are some of the boots we’re talking about:
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Slip-on boots
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Lace-up boots
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High-top lace-up boots
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Gumboots
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Neoprene technical gumboots
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Hiking boots
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Ladies’ knee-high boots
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Steel-cap boots
Heavy-duty work shoes boast a protective toe cap and are so heavy-duty that we sometimes classify them as boots.
Boots have particular characteristics. Many are made predominantly from leather and need some wearing in, which means your feet can be a little vulnerable during this time.
This is particularly true when we’re talking about work boots and you’re out in the elements, tackling all sorts!
Why do socks matter?
Our feet are super important. They carry us wherever we go and steer us in whichever direction we choose. They need to be looked after, which is why socks matter!
The right socks for your boots can help prevent the usual struggles of painful feet and blisters.
Socks are clothes for your feet… they protect your feet from the cold, friction and even sunburn.
They also help keep your feet dry, prevent blisters and reduce the discomfort that would come with going without!
The best socks help keep your feet at a comfortable temperature without making them sweaty, wicking excess moisture away and keeping you feeling fresh as a daisy.
How do you know if you're wearing the right socks?
If you can barely feel them because they're lovingly embracing your hardworking feet… you've nailed it!
What socks do you recommend?
There’s an old story about a man working in New Zealand who turned up alongside a whole horde of labourers, all vying for a work allocation. The boss came down and chose 25-odd guys to take on various jobs for the day.
This man of ours got picked, and the boss called him “the new Kiwi”. He hadn’t said he was a Kiwi and was quite surprised to be picked on his first day!
He was wearing his Farm Fleck socks, and they only come from one place! The boss had picked him out of the line-up for his Kiwi work ethic!
Was he a Kiwi, or was he a foreigner with great taste in socks?
The Norsewear farm fleck is a coarse wool knitted sock so can be quite scratchy when you first wear them but they have stood the test of time and remain one of the hardworking Kiwi’s favourite!
Our personal favourite is the ranger premium work boot sock. This scrumptious sock is 70% merino and boasts a cushioned sole with high wicking quality. We rate these highly for any boot!
For ladies knee high boots, we have a comfy knee high merino sock. These only come in black but keep legs warm (but not sweaty) when you’re out strutting your stuff in your knee highs!
Another great knee-high sock, popular for wearing with knee-high boots, is this Technical High Merino Blend Wool Boot Sock from Swanndri.
Gumboots rub like hell! The last thing you need is a sock letting you down, and wearing two pairs of socks can just leave your feet hot and bothered!
Our Gumboot Socks come in a handy 3-pack and are similar to our Ranger Socks, but with the added bonus of 20% acrylic and a longer heel plate to help prevent that really irritating heel rubbing!
If you’re on the lookout for a new pair of boots, we hope you’re thinking about what socks you’re going to invest in, too.
Even if you’ve been wearing work boots for years, if you haven’t found the best possible socks for your boots, we can still turn things around for your feet and make them fall in love with comfort – even at the end of a long day!
If you’re not sure which socks to choose, just pop us a message in the chat box.
We want the very best socks for your boots (and your feet)!