Backcountry hunts...pack extra socks and underwear?

[gostovp]

If going out in the backcountry for a few days, will you pack an extra pair of socks and an extra pair of underwear? Is it worth the extra ounces?
I hate wet feet and feel a dry pair of socks can really make my feet feel better...and you never know when a Peak meal might hit rock bottom too fast...but I don't want to pack my fears, lol....

 

[Poser]

I'll often pack another pair of socks when I'm going to be out more than ~4-5 days. Having a fresh pair of socks for the last 2-3 days makes a big difference. I've also packed a warmer or lighter pair of socks when I anticipate a big weather change during a trip i.e. its going to be relatively warm for the first 4 days but then its going to snow for the last 3.

 

[Blackdog317]

I bring an extra pair of socks and rotate daily, and in case of unexpectedly soaking my boots in a stream or in really wet grass (mornings). Wet feet/socks are no good, especially in cold weather. Worth the weight in my opinion.

 

[Q_Sertorius]

Underwear and t-shirts can be worn several days in the field (turn them inside out if you want to), but I bring a new pair of socks for every day as long as they fit in the bag. My feet can’t ever be too dry or too cozy.


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[LongWayAround]

I like to have a clean pair of socks just for sleeping. For a couple days, I'm not bringing fresh underwear.

 

[mtnbound]

If going out in the backcountry for a few days, will you pack an extra pair of socks and an extra pair of underwear? Is it worth the extra ounces?
I hate wet feet and feel a dry pair of socks can really make my feet feel better...and you never know when a Peak meal might hit rock bottom too fast...but I don't want to pack my fears, lol....

Foot care is everything in my opinion and I’m ok with packing extra pairs. I sweat so it’s not uncommon for me to change into dry ones during the day and letting the other ones dry out. For me if I am going out for 5 days I will have 3 or 4 pairs depending on the weather. I also pack foot powder so I am not an ounce counter my fix for packing a little extra weight is to be in better shape. I typically carry 2 pair of underwear and keep one pair just for sleeping in. Wet wipes and Fresh Balls really help the groin area.