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Darn Tough Vermont Women's 1/4 Cushion Socks

(47 customer reviews)

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F111401!DARNT

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Made in Vermont We live and work in Vermont. Our backyard is the perfect testing ground to make the finest Premium All Weather Performance Socks. We ski, snowboard, hike, bike and run in the most unforgiving climate in the lower 48. It is under these conditions that we design, test and manufacture our socks.

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Product Weight:	0.5 pounds
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 47 reviews

Features

High density knitting
Performance fit
Merino wool
Lifetime guarantee

Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review: 5.0

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17 of 17 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.

9 of 10 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:

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:

My feet haven't felt this good in years Jul 25, 2012 By Daniel Schonfeld "Danny"
I play a lot of sports that require cleats, including soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, and flag football. I've become used to wearing out socks very quickly and getting a ton of blisters, even after buying expensive new cleats. I was desperate and found these on Amazon. I have run around in these socks for hours at a time and have yet to get a single blister while wearing them. I'm in shock. My girlfriend doesn't mind looking at my feet anymore. WELL worth the price. I just ordered another pair.

2 of 2 found the following review helpful:

You get whatever's in stock... Apr 23, 2011 By Stellarg
As indicated by an earlier reviewer, the Hike-Trek model is sent instead of the item as in the photo/description. It is not all black-has light grey top, darker gray heel and toe. It may be more or less cushioned than the description, but it isn't the same...not worth quibbling over since all models are higher quality tnan most and fit and wear like iron. Just a bit annoying that Amazon's attitude lately seems to be "if it's close enough, customer probably won't return it". C'mon folks, it's all about the details.

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