When the terrain demands more, so should your gear. Balega Hike Performance socks are built with purpose—from the ground up—to help you stay focused on the trail, not your feet. At their core is a technical yarn blend of Drynamix™, Tencel™ Lyocell, ZQ™ Traceable Merino wool, nylon, and elastane—each fiber carefully chosen to help manage moisture, reduce odors, and regulate temperature in motion. These socks are anatomically designed for your left and right foot to reduce friction and bunching, while Tencel™ Lyocell delivers a luxuriously soft feel sourced from natural raw wood. V-Tech compression supports a snug fit from ball-of-foot to ankle, reinforced by a deep heel pocket and triple Y-heel stitching for added structure. Cushioning is strategically placed where hikers need it most: under the lace buffer to ease pressure, over the toe box to protect against boot articulation, and extended up the Achilles for extra padding against stiff boot collars. Full mesh venting across the top of the foot helps release heat. Reinforced nylon underfoot adds strength mile after mile. Every pair is inspected before leaving the facility—because when your goal is the summit, your gear should rise to meet it.