For those who don't know the Oxfam Trailwalker sees teams of four pit themselves against 100km of Australian bush, aiming to complete the distance within 48 hours, all with the goal of raising funds to help overcome poverty and injustice around the world. Now there is no denying that 100 km is a hell of a long way and will punish the feet, so what are the best socks to do the Oxfam in.
Okay first things first, socks from K-mart are not going to cut the mustard - period! Unless you want red and blistered feet, experience blister pain like you've never experienced before and perhaps even a few weeks of work then do yourself a favour and remember you only get what you pay for.
Here are our thoughts choosing the best socks for the Oxfam Trailwalker.
We recommend you choose a sock containing medium to maximum cushioning, simply because 100 km is a long way and having that amount of cushioning will aide in minimise the impact underfoot and soreness you may feel when walking on bush trails.
Choose a sock that contains a quality wicking fibre such as Coolmax or Thor-lon, as these wicking fibres help move moisture away from your skin and in doing so prevent blisters from occurring.
Give some thought to what your goal's are for the Oxfam. For example if you are a hard-core racer and plan on running vast sections like the infamous British Gurkhas then choose a running sock, however if you're planning on walking it choose a hiking sock.
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All the aforementioned socks are good socks in their own right, but it's important to work out what is important to you. Perhaps the best bit of advice we can give you is buy the socks well before the big day and try them with the shoes you intend to wear. As always if you have any other questions, need some help we are always here to chat.
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