I've done quite a bit of desert riding and would say that the Texas trails that I frequent are pretty darn close... we certainly get the desert heat
I usually don't wear XC shoes on my rides, rather a shoe with a flatter bottom like the Union Boa, which certainly breathes less well than the Giros mentioned in the article. Even on the 115*F days, I find that even though my feet feel warm, making the switch to a wool-based sock has been so much more comfortable. Darn Tough Element Crew is my absolute go-to (which I have like 15 pairs of now).
Feb. 17, 2025, 7:32 a.m. - Chad K
I've done quite a bit of desert riding and would say that the Texas trails that I frequent are pretty darn close... we certainly get the desert heat I usually don't wear XC shoes on my rides, rather a shoe with a flatter bottom like the Union Boa, which certainly breathes less well than the Giros mentioned in the article. Even on the 115*F days, I find that even though my feet feel warm, making the switch to a wool-based sock has been so much more comfortable. Darn Tough Element Crew is my absolute go-to (which I have like 15 pairs of now).