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REI Merino Wool Low Light Hiker Socks

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With naturally wicking fibers, the REI merino wool light hiker cushioned ankle socks are a perfect fit for hiking and backpacking.

Made of merino lambswool with nylon and Lycra® spandex for durability and dependable fit
Stretch nylon reinforces heel and toe area for long-wearing durability and comfort; arch band for additional support
Uniquely formed toe area and Lin-Toe® ''no-feel'' seams keep socks smooth and nonirritating
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REI Merino Wool Low Light Hiker Socks Customer Reviews

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REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low

4.0

(based on 24 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (17)
Durable (16)
Good design (12)
Regulates temperature well (12)
Wicks away moisture (10)

Cons

Bunches up (7)

Best Uses

Daily use (19)
Hiking (17)
Travel (15)
Working out (5)
Running (4)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  71%
  (15 reviews)
  Feels too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (10), Weekend warrior (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)

Reviewed by 24 customers

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Sep

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent sock for everyday wear

By Eric91Z

from Clive, IA

About Me Frequent Exerciser

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

I bought these socks to use more for daily wear than hiking. Now I will be buying more for daily wear and start using them on hikes! Each time I put these on my feet feel like they are saying "Thank you".

These are replacing white socks for daily wear as they are just so comfortable - especially with my Keen sandels. I have never had a wool sock like this before and they exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be buying more. Excellent sock for the money!

Jun

2008

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

OK for short hikes only

By Vegas Outdoorsman

from Las Vegas, NV

About Me Weekend Warrior

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Pros

Durable
Good Design
Stylish

Cons

Bulky
Bunches Up
Causes Blisters

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

I'm a size 10 foot that's on the wide side, and these socks are still too big. I've washed and dried them several times, but they still bunch up in my merrell's. I've used them a half-dozen times, and if I'm doing any kind of big hike w/ 15+ pounds in my pack my feet just start burning in the ball area (the first sign of blisters coming). I just took these on a backpacking trip and had to swith mid-hike to my nasty/stinky smartwool's from the day before b/c I could just feel the blisters coming. I guess it's just me, as these got 4.5 stars from 8 other reviewers, but I'm definitely dissapointed in these socks. I'll still wear them for shorter hikes, but they are no better than the athletic socks I bought from a cheap retail chain. If you want quality buy some smartwool's. I didn't get a blister w/ the smartwool's even though I bushwhacked up steep scree with a 45 pound pack for 4 miles.

Feb

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Love these socks!

By Spiritus

from guilford, ct

About Me Weekend Warrior

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

These are my favorite socks. Every time I place an order with REI I order a pair. Really comfortable and durable. I haven't had a pair wear out yet and these are pretty much all I wear. The no-seam toe feels really good and I never get blisters with these great socks! Highly recommended!

Sep

2007

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Comfy and stylish

By rmnguy

from Duluth, MN

About Me Gym Rat, Runner, Weekend Warrior

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Running
Team Sports
Travel
Working Out

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

Comfortable, insulative (warm when you need it, but they won't warm up your feet when working out), durable, and less expensive than SmartWool. What more could you want? The shorter length makes them great for warmer weather and when wearing lower cut shoes or boots. My everyday socks during warmer weather.

Dec

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great socks

By USAFCCF

from Callaway, FL

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

These socks are perfect for the Florida panhandle where I live. Comfortable and not too hot, I plan on getting a couple more pair.

Feb

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Long Lasting & Comfortable

By Camp I am

from Wisconsin

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Travel
Working Out

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

I went from the cheap bulk buy cotton tube socks to these about 5 years ago, I still have a couple of the originals I bought but I keep about 15 pairs in rotation. Great comfort and wear, great value for the price. These used to be my special hiking socks but since they keep my feet dry and regulate temperature so well I wear them day in and day out now. At the end of the day my feet are dry and odor free. These socks are incredible!

Oct

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Awesome socks

By nacnuddnalerb

from Memphis, TN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Not for warm weather

Best Uses

Around the house
Daily Use
In the office
Travel

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

I own multiple pairs of these socks and love them. They have served me well during winter in the Southern and Midwest US. They have been very suitable for: wearing around the house on a chilly day, with my service boots when I crewed an ambulance during the winter, in an academic science lab, and in my chilly winter office. They have minimal bulk and wear great under any shoes that are not extremely tight fitting. I have never put these socks to any recreational use, but for everyday wear, they are warm and comfortable. They will shrink in the wash, so if you have larger feet either buy a bigger size or take care in laundering them.

I like both the crew and ankle lengths, though I find they have different uses.

These socks are warm, all the time. If I goof and wear them on a day which turns out to not be very chilly, I regret it.

Mar

2010

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

nice socks

By morewritethanwrong

from Marin, CA

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design

Cons

pricey
Sized Too Big
Slides

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

Nice socks, comfortable. I wear these over another pair of tighter fitting socks (tekos) when hiking and they slide around a bit but don't seem to bunch up; I haven't got any blisters. They are sized too big so I had to buy a smaller size, I wear a size 13 shoe and at first bought the Large (9-12) and the heel came up above my ankle so I had to exchange for the Mediums (5-8.5). I think they're a bit too light, I'd rather have the heavier ones but they don't make those in a quarter length ankle, I wish they did. Overall it's a decent sock, could be a bit cheaper though.

Jun

2011

4.0

Socks seem to be sized right

By Hiker from Phoenix

from Phoenix, AZ

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Cons

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Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

Based on all the commments regarding them being oversized, I ordered a medium even though I am a size 10 on the wide side. They barely fit and I doubt they will fit at all after going through the wash. Ended up giving them to my wife.

But now I missed the sale for myself. I have some of the crew versions, good socks. Probably best deal for the money, but Smartwool is noticeably better if price is no object.

Feb

2011

5.0

Ahhhh

By Ought to get out more

from Tehachapi, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Travel

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

Use these every day and love them. Modest price for wool, great quality and washes well even without special soaps or handling. Recommend buying one size smaller -- this worked great for me. A good buy and after months of everyday use these still give that 'Ahhh' feeling when I put them on in the morning.

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