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Darn Tough Vermont Merino Wool 1/4 Cushion Sock

(26 customer reviews)

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F111401!DARNT

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High density cushioning on foot bottom. Custom shrink treated Merino wool. Ribbing above the ankle ensures a proper fit. Reinforced heel and toe. Elastic support around the arch. Ring toe construction for a comfortable invisible seam.

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SEA FOAMSeaweed Annie

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Product Details

Package Length:	1.0 inches
Package Width:	1.0 inches
Package Height:	1.0 inches
Package Weight:	1.0 pounds
Average Customer Rating:	based on 26 reviews

Features

65% Merino Wool, 31% Nylon, 4% Lycra® Spandex; Machine wash in warm water on gentle cycle with socks turned inside out. Do not bleach. Tumble dry on low. Do not dry clean.
Made in the USA
Reinforced heel and toe for a very long lasting sock
Elastic arch support helps provide endurance for your feet
United States

Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review: 5.0

( 26 customer reviews )
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7 of 7 found the following review helpful:

Excellent for running Dec 23, 2010 By Stephen M. Charme
I am a serious runner (1200 miles per year) and am always interested in trying new socks for running. After buying one pair to test them, I just ordered four more pair because these are one of the most comfortable running socks that I have used, which is why they have earned consistent five star reviews.

Unlike other cushioned running socks that I own, these do not fit as tight, and the wool is not only very comfortable, but also keeps my feet nice and warm in the cold winter weather that we are having now in the Northeast. The wool does not bunch up,and stays smooth. The cushioning feels luxurious, but is not so thick that I cannot comfortably wear my running shoes. On the other hand, I use minimalist running shoes that are not cushioned (Nike Free Run+). With the heavily cushioned running shoes that I used to wear before I read Born to Run, however, the fit is very snug, and may be too tight for some runners.

I wear a size 8 street shoe and 9 1/2 running shoe, and the medium size fit me--but just barely. I then ordered a large size and like the fit much better. Order up in size if in doubt.

I bought the Lime color because I got free shipping with Amazon Prime, and this was less expensive than the other colors.

I also bought the Coolmax version of these socks (I have reviewed them on Amazon), which also work really well and are slightly less snug than the wool if you use highly cushioned running shoes.

Bottom line: These socks are not cheap, but they are very well made and make running a pleasure. I recommend them.

Update January 28, 2010: One of the benefits of wool is that it keeps you warm even when wet. I went running at night and stepped into an icy slushy mess while waiting to cross the street, and immediately felt the cold water go into my right running shoe. But after the initial shock, I was able to finish my run without feeling cold at all, and when I got home my foot was not cold even though the sock was wet.

3 of 3 found the following review helpful:

Darn warm, made in Vermont Jan 11, 2011 By A. Dent "Aragorn"
Yes, they are expensive and, yes they are worth the expense if the goal is to keep you feet warm. I have some peripheral blood flow issues, meaning that I am more likely than most to get frostbites on my feet even when it's not too cold but these socks took care of the problem and my feet are now happy and warm all winter long.

Getting into specifics, they are made of:

- 65% Merino wool
- 31% Nylon
- 04% LYCRA spandex

They are also Made in the USA. In Vermont, to be more specific.

The makers claim that the Merino wool is highly breathable, itch-free, fast drying and... naturally anti-microbial. I don't know what that last claim means but I can confirm that these socks, indeed, are are a very comfortable wear, they do keep my feet dry and warm and they don't look too bad either. I can't verify the claim that these socks will be keeping you cool in the summer because I haven't had them last summer.

The makers of Darn Tough promise an 'unconditional lifetime guarantee' stating that "if our socks aren't the most comfortable and durable socks you've ever owned, return them for your money back". I'm not sure how that works but I'm not planning to return them because I really like them on my feet.

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>> Brush your teeth, it's the law! <<

3 of 3 found the following review helpful:

These socks are awesome! Oct 12, 2010 By DTL111 "DTL"
These socks are great. I use them for running. They are thick and long-lasting. Be aware that the extra thickness might make your shoes a bit tight.

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

Great, but image and product don't match Feb 08, 2011 By Robert S Robinson
Darn Tough socks are amazing. No question. However, in this case the image should for "Black" is the Bike/Run model, which is exactly what I wanted. When they arrived I got the Hike/Trek model which are slightly different. Still Merino and still awesome, but not all black (grey around the ankle) and not the same amount of cushioning. I like them, but not exactly what I was looking for.

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

Expensive but you'll get your money's worth Jul 16, 2010 By CheddarisBetter
When I was running more often, I did a lot of clothing research and figured I should get better socks. So I gave these a whirl for my first "running/athletic" socks.

These guys are kind of expensive (they can be $15-30 per pair, depending if you can find discounts) but they hold up very well. I've had mine for several years, now, and other than a stray thread of elastic here and there, and little fuzzies, they look mostly the same.

They are very cushioning and keep the feet warm without suffocating them. I only use them for running, but I bet they'd be great for people that hike or have more of a propensity for their feet getting damper. Darn Tough sells different socks for different applications, but I think these would work for most people unless you need them to be cut much higher up.

If you can find these babies on discount, I definitely would recommend trying them out. Even if you can't, they are still well worth the money.

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