Choose Quality Socks To Ensure Comfort In The Great Outdoors

ice fishing in minnesota in january is probably one of the coldest activities imaginable, but with the right gear and good socks, it’s one of the most enjoyable activities i’ve ever engaged in.  the entire experience is a thrill: rising before dawn, eating a hot breakfast, packing my gear up, driving to the lake, setting up my ice shanty, and finally, dropping my line in the water.

there’s something about the desolation of fishing in the middle of a wind-swept ice-covered lake that just thrills me to the core; however, the first time i attempted it i spent a miserable 8 hours on the lake trying to keep warm.  my toes were numb and i was actually concerned about frostbite.  that was before i discovered the joy of quality socks.

socks make a world of difference in your comfort level

if you have the right socks you can keep your toes warm and toasty in even the coldest of environments.  at the same time, your feet will be able to breathe and won’t be covered in sweat at the end of the day.  no matter how much you’ve spent on other equipment such as coveralls and boots, if your socks are cheaply-made you’re going to be miserable.

perhaps your activity of choice is not ice fishing; perhaps you enjoy jogging in the warm summer months.  even if you never encounter weather below 60 degrees you still need quality socks to enhance your enjoyment.  cheap socks will rub your feet or even blister them; or they may prevent your feet from breathing and cause your feet to be a sweaty mess.

wearing the right socks matters

it’s interesting how a seemingly small thing like your choice of socks can change your whole experience.  but it’s true: if your feet are miserable, you will be miserable.  no matter what your activity or passion, it will be made better by wearing the right socks.

at Safford Trading Company we have a wide selection of quality socks fit for any activity.  browse our listings today and make sure that your next time on the ice, or on the track, is a good one.