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SmartWool Trekking Heavy Crew Socks

SmartWool Trekking Heavy Crew Socks description

SmartWool uses their long lasting blend of wool and nylon to make their Trekking Heavy Crew Sock as adventurous as you are. The sights and sounds of an exotic land should not be overshadowed by the smell of your socks. Arch support and padding aid in keeping foot muscles relaxed and protected during long trips. Wool has the ability to keep your feet warm and dry while the outside temperature goes from chilly to steamy. Foot funk and odors are naturally repelled for day after day on the trail. Wash these wooly socks in a stream and they'll be dry before you know it.

These socks are the best. I've been using them for several years in orienteering races and adventure races. They provide outstanding cushion and I have never had more than a pea sized blister using them, even after 14-15hrs of continuous trekking on trails and off camber bushwhacking. They dry quickly enough (the key is also wearing shoes that dry quickly - no waterproof shoes!). I wear a size 15 shoe so these socks go a long way in helping make the very limited selection of trail shoes more comfortable to use.

I always had a problem skating with cotton socks where my skates would rub in certain spots, and my toes would freeze. Then I bought these socks, and it did the trick. Keeps my feet warm, while providing great cushioning against my skates. I also used them on some cold weather hikes, or simply wearing them in the house when the floors are cold. My boots are insulated, so they are a little too warm for the general hike.

These are really comfortable and seem to hold up well. I wasn't sure how I would like the wool socks but they are great.