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SmartWool Adventurer Socks

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Item # 742008

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Wear these Adventurer socks from Smartwool® to keep your feet as happy-go-lucky as you are.

SmartWool® socks are guaranteed not to itch and can be repeatedly washed and dried without shrinking
Made from soft merino wool blended with nylon, these socks wick moisture away from your feet, keeping them dry and cool in summer and warm in winter
Material and fit give you the comfort to go all day; be it in the office, strolling through the park, even taking it easy
Smooth toe seam and soft top prevent irritation
SmartWool® socks are naturally odor resistant
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SmartWool Adventurer Socks Customer Reviews

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SmartWool Adventurer Socks

3.3

(based on 11 reviews)

55%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (8)
Soft (8)
Attractive (4)

Cons

Wears through heel (3)

Best Uses

Daily use (7)
Around the house (3)
Travel (3)

- Sizing:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (8 reviews)
  Feels too large

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual dresser (7), Bargain shopper (3), High end (3)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 11 customers

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Sep

2007

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

nice look

By Jeangirl

from St Paul MN

About Me Casual, Likes quality

See all my reviews

Pros

Attractive Design
Durable
Soft

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Office
Travel

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

These are very nice-looking and well-made socks. If you are used to SmartWool socks, keep in mind these don't have the same rugged padding as some do, but they are soft and un-bulky.[...]

Mar

2009

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

durability is a serious issue with these

By djfish

from Blue Mounds, WI

About Me Casual

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Wears Through Heel

Best Uses

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

I wore my Adventure socks no more than 8 times in the 2 months owned. I wore them for casual use to and from the office. On the 9th wear, I found the heel in both socks gave out, with large holes developing in both. Granted, they are the most comfortable sock I've worn, they should last longer than 2 months.[...] Stick to their hiking socks, where you will get a much better value.

Jan

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Don't bother

By sgfrontman

from Rockville, MD

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Pros

Attractive Design
Soft

Cons

Elastic is no good
Poor Fit
Too Thin

Best Uses

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

I read the all of the reviews before buying these socks, so I was a little worried about them but decided that I would give them a try anyway. Most people just like to be negative without real cause, right? Well, unfortunately, the negative reviews were dead on. While these socks look great, the elastic doesn't hold them up. I've worn them exactly twice so far and they fall down many times throughout the course of the day.

Whoever suggested that you buy real hiking socks from SmartWool was absolutely right. I bought a pair of the "Trekking Heavy Crew" socks and they are SO MUCH BETTER for $1 LESS! I wouldn't waste your money on these. Go for the thickest, warmest hiking socks you can get from SmartWool. Great brand - bad execution on these.

Dec

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Make a better decision

By Naw...

from Maryland

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Soft

Cons

Durability

Best Uses

Daily Use

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

I've just used this sock in daily use knowing full well that this is not one of SmartWool's esteemed hiking socks yet it has still not stood up to my expectations of a durable, everyday use sock. For the money, I expect a sock that is soft and comfortable (which it is), but not one that starts to pill after a few uses and doesn't seem to retain its elasticity/shape. It'd be a better decision to buy a legit hiking sock.

Jan

2012

4.0

Love 'em

By CatRanger

from Mpls MN

About Me Bargain Shopper, Casual

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Soft
Warm

Cons

Wears Through Heel

Best Uses

Daily Use

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

Bum legs here; can't stand any tight elastic. I wear these socks all the time because they are the ONLY ones I can find that don't dig into my legs. They are lasting quite well, in spite of some pilling. After a few years they are starting to wear in the heels - not unexpectedly - and they will shink a little if exposed to hot water or dryer but that's not an issue if you choose a slightly larger size or keep them away from heat. I would be lost without them.

Nov

2011

5.0

very comfortable

By camperSamuel

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Casual

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Soft
Warm

Cons

Best Uses

Around The House
Daily Use

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

I have three pair of these socks. They are the most comfortable of all the Smartwool socks that I have. I have had them for two years, and they have still maintained their cushion and are holding together just fine. I'm surprised these aren't rated by others higher.

Nov

2010

5.0

my favorite SmartWool socks

By camperSamuel

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Bargain Shopper, Career, Casual, High End, Trendy

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Soft

Cons

Best Uses

Around The House
Daily Use
Travel

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

I'm sorry to see so many bad reviews of these socks. I've had mine for two years, worn them in the house, and out on the trail, and to work, and they are holding up fine. No, they aren't "hiking socks". If you want strictly socks for hiking, but hiking socks. If you want comfortable, all-purpose socks you'll look forward to wearing each time, buy these!

Nov

2010

3.0

Comfortable, but loosen ofter time

By JT the Nomad

from Grand Rapids, MI

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Needs more elastic

Best Uses

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

They're decent socks, but they're heavily lacking in the elastic department. They just stretch out and stay that way. Sometimes when I stuff my foot into my shoe, the sock bulks up behind my heel because of the stretch.

Spend a little more money and get the SW PHD Outdoor Light Crew. Amazing socks.

Nov

2010

5.0

my favorite smartwool socks

By camperSamuel

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Casual, High End

See all my reviews

Pros

Attractive Design
Comfortable
Soft

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
HIKING

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

I love these socks. I have worn them to the office, and worn them out on the trail. They are the most comfortable socks I have. They haven't worn or lost their elasticity in the least. I highly recommend them!

Sep

2010

4.0

Love these even though...

By madbaker

from Lancaster, Ohio

About Me Bargain Shopper, Casual, High End, Quality Conscious

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Pros

Attractive Design
Comfortable
Soft

Cons

Wears Through Heel

Best Uses

Around The House
Daily Use
HIKING
Hunting
Office
Travel

Comments about SmartWool Adventurer Socks:

Really great sock but...yes it is true, the heels DO wear out too fast-a bit of reinforcement would go a long way toward making them last much longer.

I would like them to be a bit higher, as well, so they don't fall down inside my boots.