Welcome to episode 51 of the first 40 miles.

If you're new to backpacking,

or if you're hopelessly in love with someone who wants you to love backpacking,

then this podcast is for you.

We'll talk about the essentials, how to lighten your load, and how to make the most of your time on the trail. I'm your host Heather Legler.

And I'm Josh Legler and this is the first 40 miles.

Today on the first 40 miles heel to toe the sock episode.

On the top five list, we'll share the top five non-traditional hiking socks.

Then on the summit gear review, the socks have invited a special guest to join them on the show.

Next on the backpack Hack of the Week What to Do If a Forest Creature Takes Off With Your Socks.

Then we have a backpacker Q&A about compression socks and we'll wrap up the show

with a little trail wisdom from a Russian who probably knew a thing or two about Port of Yankee.

All of this and that's about a thing or two about Port of Yankee.

All of this, and that's about it.

Today on the first 40 miles.

Today's episode is dedicated to the most stepped on, abused, taken for granted, stinky,

funky, wholly piece of gear in your pack, the hiking sock.

Socks are an essential piece of backpacking gear.

You keep your feet protected from the inside of your shoe,

they wick moisture, they help keep your toes warm and they keep your feet clean enough.

We totally take them for granted that they can make a huge difference in your experience on the trail.

So Josh, what do you hike in?

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