I used to wear thick wool socks when I went backpacking as a Boy Scout. I also wore thick wool socks when I used to work outdoors in Northern Wisconsin during their winters. I never in my life thought I would be comfortable wearing wool socks during any season other than winter or cold weather.
These socks really are worth all the 5 star reviews they get. I tried them on a trip to Paris France recently and I compared them to my standard cotton socks and also to synthetic sports socks.
They are well cushioned and relatively thick. In Paris, we were on our feet all day long and we were either standing on the metro or walking around town the entire time. I never had any issues with blisters, overheating, or that scratchy feeling you sometimes get from wool. My feet still felt good in the evening when I came home and took my shoes and socks off. I didn't have any issues with foot odor at all, and the socks dried quickly after being washed. The smart wool socks exceeded the synthetic sports socks and my regular cotton socks in every category. I was didn't have any hesitation to wear the socks a second day without washing them. I can't say that for any of the other socks I took on the trip. I can honestly say that these make great travel socks, you can take a couple pairs and wash them in the sinks when they get dirty and they dry overnight. 2 - 3 pairs of these socks would have replaced 7-10 pairs of cotton socks for me.
Pros:
Soft
Supportive
Durable
Cool
Comfortable
Dries quickly
Wicks away sweat
Cons:
More expensive than cotton socks
Limited color options
Bulkier than comparable cotton socks
Product Description
SmartWool Men's Hiking Light Crew
Experience durability at its peak with the SmartWool Men's Hiking Light Crew. These socks are built for performance in the highest degree, making them ready for any adventure on your list.
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COMFORTABLE FITThe Men's Hiking Light Crew feature a 4 Degree Elite Fit System for a dialed, performance-oriented fit with a flex zone at the ankle and a Virtually Seamless toe for enhanced comfort. |
DURABLE YET BREATHABLEThe Men's Hiking Light Crew are designed with Indestructawool technology for exceptional durability and comfort. The body-mapped mesh zones featured on these socks offer added breathability for all-day wear. |
LIGHT CUSHIONThe lightly cushioned bottom on the Men's Hiking Light Crew allows you to wear these performance socks on various trails and road terrains without discomfort. Whether you are biking, running, skiing, or hiking, these socks will provide you with padded comfort during any season. |
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| SmartWool Men's Hiking Light Crew | Smartwool Women's PhD Run Light Elite Striped Micro Socks | Smartwool Women’s PhD Ski Sock- Light Elite Pattern Over the Calf Merino Wool | Smartwool Women's Mountaineering Extra Heavy Crew | Smartwool PhD Outdoor Light Micro Sock - Lightly Cushioned Merino Wool Unisex | |
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| Color(s) | Gray / Light Gray / Taupe / Loden / Denim / Oatmeal / Blue / Green / Green Heather | Black-Light Gray / Bordeaux / Charcoal / Dark Blue Steel / Light Gray-Mint | Black / Medium Gray / Meadow Mauve | Medium Gray-Mountain Purple / Taupe-Bright Pink | Black / Everglade / Taupe / Light Gray |
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H M Bruce
Best sock anywhere for the money .!
Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2018Size: X-LargeColor: GrayVerified Purchase
