Learn what to wear hiking in hot weather, including sun shirts, shorts or pants, hats, socks, breathable footwear, anti-chafe gear, hydration planning, and heat-safety tips.
Chacos can work well for warm-weather hikes, water crossings, and maintained trails, but they have limits on rough, cold, muddy, or technical terrain. Learn how fit, traction, distance, socks, and pack weight affect the choice.