A pair of rare Norsewear climbing socks worn by Sir Edmund Hillary during his expeditions will be on display at the 2026 Fieldays in Hamilton, New Zealand. The socks, known as the Norsewear Climbing Sock, were designed similarly to a Farm Fleck but extended almost to the knee.
According to organizers, the socks are notably large, reflecting Hillary's tall stature. The display aims to highlight the connection between New Zealand's farming heritage and exploration history.
Fieldays, the largest agricultural event in the Southern Hemisphere, runs from June 10 to 13, 2026, at Mystery Creek Events Centre. The socks will be part of a special exhibition celebrating New Zealand innovation.
