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SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks
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These thick, natural wool socks provide extra dense cushioning for warmth and comfort in cool weather.
- High-density knit sole and instep guard against abrasion, shock, lace pressure and blisters
- Made of 77% super-soft Merino wool for no-itch comfort and warmth, 22% nylon for durability and 1% spandex for dependable stretch
- Merino wool naturally wicks moisture for dry comfort
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SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (18)
- Durable (16)
- Regulates temperature well (16)
- Wicks away moisture (15)
- Good design (14)
Cons
- Bunches up (4)
Best Uses
- Hiking (18)
- Backpacking (16)
- Daily use (12)
- Mountaineering (7)
- Travel (4)
- Fit:
Feels too small
Feels true to size
100%
(21 reviews)
Feels too big
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (11), Avid adventurer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Warm
- Wicks Away Moisture
Cons
- Develops Holes Quickly
- Wears Out Quickly
Best Uses
- Hiking
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
After 5 day hikes, socks developed holes along the top seam above the toes. Very disappointed in the performance of these expensive socks. REI brand much better.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Cushy
- Durable
- Good Design
- Regulates Temperature Well
- Stylish
- Warm
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Daily Use
- Hiking
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
I've had some of these for up to a decade, and still put them on my Christmas list every year. The older ones get a little stretched out over time (again, we're talking 10 year old socks), but are overall extremely durable. I've only had one or two pairs ever wear through in the 10 years I've been wearing these, and I wear them daily in the winter. I have some SmartWool Mountaineering socks as well, but prefer the slightly less bulky and slightly shorter Trekkers. They do cost quite a bit for a sock, but the durability offsets the expense. I only need one or two new pairs a year to maintain my "herd" of SmartWools.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Cushy
- Warm
Cons
- Bunches Up
Best Uses
- Daily Use
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
Too thick for hiking long distances, but great socks for keeping your feet warm.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Wears Out Quickly
Best Uses
- Backpacking
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
over priced - poor quality
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushy
- Durable
- Good Design
- Regulates Temperature Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Daily Use
- Hiking
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
I could hardly feel my shoe through the sock. Very Comfortable.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Comfortable
- Regulates Temperature Well
- Wicks Away Moisture
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Daily Use
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
After having these recommended by a friend, I bought a few for backpacking and camping. During the warmer parts of the day my feet weren't sweating, and during the cold they felt just fine.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
These socks make my feet sweat like crazy. In the fall in the winter. Do I need a liner? Also wish they were more form fitting...tapered.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushy
- Durable
- Good Design
- Regulates Temperature Well
- Wicks Away Moisture
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Cycling
- Daily Use
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
- Travel
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
I was issued SmartWool socks in 2003. I've worn these socks on multiple trips through the mountains of Afghanistan. There were times where I would wear the socks 3-4 days in a row and they would still outperform any other sock I've ever worn. I still have the same socks I was issued in '03 and I just now in 2010 have a small hole in them. I have ABUSED these socks to the fullest. If you want to send a care package to a loved one "down range", send them SmartWool socks.
- Gift:
- Yes
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
Pros
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Good Design
- Regulates Temperature Well
- Wicks Away Moisture
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
Awesome pair of socks could not ask anything more performance wise out of them. Kept my feet dry in winter conditions and had no problem with multiple day use. Very durable.....I have been using the same pair for over 5 years and still elastic holds and no tears in toes or heals.
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
Pros
- Comfortable
- Cushy
- Regulates Temperature Well
- Wicks Away Moisture
Cons
- Bunches Up
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
Comments about SmartWool Expedition Trekking Socks:
The sock itself is great, it is super comfortable and feels awesome, however it does bunch up a little around the middle of the foot but other than that the sock is grand.
- Gift:
- No
- Fit:
- Feels true to size
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