Best walking sock
Gold: Bridgedale
Silver: Smartwool
Bronze: Brasher
Bridgedale takes gold for the sixth year running for best sock. I’ve been using the Northern Irish manufacturer’s liners for years when adventure racing, hiking, mountaineering and skiing. Their comfort trekker socks have always performed well but I think their latest creation, the Endurance Trail Ultra Light Socks (£12.50), deserves the spotlight. Fusing natural yarns with manmade performance fibres, the results offer great comfort without the bulk, are lightweight, durable and guaranteed for three years. Minnie Burlton
