A bit off the wall, but I have a question regarding foot stink. Google was no help.

Why is it that when I wear synthetic moisture wicking socks my feet stink, but NOT when I wear 100% cotton. My feet and socks are damp at the end of the day but not smelly. Everything I have read says that cotton is to be avoided as it absorbs and holds on to sweat; perfect for breeding bacteria therefore stink. While synthetics leave my feet drier, they and the socks smell awful. Wool works well but rather too warm.

Just late night wonderings.