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SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks

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SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks

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These highly engineered, noncushioned SmartWool PhD micro-height running socks have a doctorate degree in performance and comfort.

Soft merino wool provides excellent temperature control, odor control and moisture management; reinforced with stretch nylon to maintain fit
SmartFit system II uses a 4-point banded compression system to deliver a secure fit above and below heels, under arches and across insteps
SmartFit system II incorporates a contour flex zone at the front of each ankle to eliminate bunching, slipping and sagging
Features padded Achilles tabs to protect the Achilles and help secure the fit
High-density impact zones under heels and forefeet (where impact is greatest) protect against shock and abrasion
Low-density zones under arches and at Achilles reduces weight without sacrificing fit or support
Strategic Mesh Zones offer maximum ventilation in critical areas to vent perspiration and heat
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SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks Customer Reviews

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SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks

3.9

(based on 23 reviews)

70%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (21)
Wicks away moisture (21)
Regulates temperature well (17)
Good design (15)
Durable (13)

Cons

Wears quickly (6)

Best Uses

Running (21)
Daily use (10)
Working out (10)
Hiking (8)
Travel (5)

- Fit:
- Feels too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  100%
  (21 reviews)
  Feels too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (5), Enthusiast (5), Competitive athlete (3), Conditioning exerciser (3), Gym rat (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 23 customers

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May

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

best running socks I've ever owned

By OC_Runner

from Orange County, CA

About Me Competitive Athlete

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Stylish
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Running

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

I use these socks on all my runs. I recently completed a marathon in these - in the rain. I had one small blister in my usual spot, but other than that, these socks remained snug and comfortable. I've logged a few hundred miles on 1 pair and they are holding up pretty well with only slight pilling on the heels.

May

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Now I'm addicted to running

By WigB

from Bossier City, LA

About Me Conditioning Exerciser

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Running
Travel
Working Out

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

I had been searching for a good running sock for quite some time. Anything more than 3 miles in any cotton sock would give me blisters. Doing some research I found these and tried a couple pair. The first two pair lasted me over 300 miles. They finally started wearing-out around my normal hot spots on some of my toes. Never had a blister though. As I have started to run longer and longer distances I noticed that my hot spots come back around mile 8-10 so I'm trying the PhD Running Light (instead of these Ultra Lights). They seem to work well so far.

These socks also work great for traveling. My feet never get too hot on airplanes or long car trips.

Apr

2009

(3 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Love the Brand, but Phd's don't hold up!

By So cool, So. Cal.

from Greenwich, CT

About Me Frequent Exerciser

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Pros

Comfortable
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Heels disappear with wear
Wears Quickly

Best Uses

Daily Use
Running
Team Sports

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

Not much to say. I have returned 5 pairs between my son and I because of worn-out heels(the last pair was only two months old!) That being said, I love the Smartwool brand. They feel great on the feet. Snug (without being tight)and fit great. Most of their lines are well made...except the PhD line. I have had no problems with the Hikers and light hikers. I only wish that Smartwool would make a larger sock for big feet like mine.

May

2011

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Wanted More From SmartWool

By RRJH333

from Boulder, CO

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable

Cons

Wears Quickly

Best Uses

Running
Working Out

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

Bought 4 pairs in February and every pair was worn out and had holes by March. They are very comfortable and serve their purpose well, but their longevity leaves A LOT to be desired. They are the kind of sock that you wear for an intended purpose, not all day, and even with that, there will be a very short lifespan. I was hoping that they'd at least last 6 months which is the same duration/rotation schedule as I buy my running shoes...

Jul

2008

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great for sweaty feet

By Active Lady

from Puget Sound, WA

About Me Gym Rat

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Running

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

Have been addicted to SmartWool socks for 10 years. Just discovered this style: Surprisingly perfect for running. Tried them first on a 10-mile run: not one issue. They stayed in place. No adjusting necessary. Store was out of women's PhD styles, so I bought this: Works fine for women. Even looks creative with leather sandals when out and about. Especially perfect for people with feet that perspire frequently. When I discovered SmartWool, I pitched all cotton socks.

Apr

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Worth every penny

By runner12

from New York, NY

About Me Competitive Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

These socks do not stay wet with sweat. Period. You will never wear cotton socks again - ever. Resists all odor.

Feb

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great running sock

By Outside Daren!

from Washington

About Me Gym Rat

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Best Uses

Running

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

I bought these socks based past performance with smartwook hiking socks and skiing/snowboarding socks. These socks work real well. Ran 10 miles in them recently and had no problems. Socks feel like they will be durable.

Oct

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Daily wear

By N@N@N@N@N@N@N@

from Atlanta

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Good Design
Regulates Temperature Well
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Bunches Up

Best Uses

Daily Use
Hiking
Running
Travel

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

I have four pair of these that I rotate to wear seven days a week. I do not care what I am going to do these are the socks I wear. I got them because I had great success with SW hiking socks. Despite many of the other reviews I do not think they wear out fast. I have been wearing them for 6 months (oldest pair). It is comfortable from time to time to take my shoes off and let them air dry a little and just do some adjusting. I would recommend checking the size, at first I got some that were a little small and they bunched really bad and I experienced the "heel loss" some others have mentioned. I am not only describing casual wear, I have traveled extensively through central america wearing the same pair for long periods.

Jul

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Bewarned, these wear out fast

By double_eleven

from Boston, MA

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Regulates Temperature Well
Wicks Away Moisture

Cons

Wears Quickly

Best Uses

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

I have several pairs of these because I have had great experiences with Smartwool's ski racing socks for winter activities. These socks wear through, though, in a matter of months instead of years. They have some flaw in that the wool just wears away quickly at pressure points. The elastic is still there, but you start to see through the sock. I'm now looking to find a new brand for running socks.

Jun

2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

total let down

By turk182

from Kansas City Mo

About Me Competitive Athlete

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Pros

Regulates Temperature Well
Stylish

Cons

Bunches Up
Wears Quickly

Best Uses

Running
Working Out

Comments about SmartWool PhD Running Ultra Light Micro Socks:

I`ve had a pair of Smartwool socks before and loved em, but these are as thin as dress socks. I Feel like I need smaller shoes. Absolutely no cushion, and if you wear these socks once without shoes on, say good bye to them because you`ll have holes. Try some Wigwams.