How to Choose Hiking Socks

From the peak to the pub, Farm to Feet Pinnacle socks will keep your feet comfortable. They have light cushioning in the soles.
Made in USA.
View all Farm to Feet Men's Hiking SocksBest Use | Hiking |
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Fabric | 72% U.S. merino wool/26% U.S. nylon/2% U.S. LYCRA spandex |
Sock Height | Crew |
Sock Cushioning | Light Cushioning |
Quick Drying | Yes |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Gender | Unisex |
S | M | L | XL | One Size | |
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U.S. Men's | 6-8.5 | 9-11.5 | 12-14.5 | 5-9 | |
U.S. Women's | 4-6.5 | 7-9.5 | 10-12.5 | -- | 6-10 |
For socks, please use shoe size.
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Having comfortable feet at camp is one of my top priorities after a long day of hiking. I love lined/insulated camp slippers but don't like to carry the extra weight, so layering multiple pairs of socks is just as comfy and more versatile. I bring crocs for water crossings and camp with socks layered to feel like slippers. I have a few other pairs of F2F socks that are more compressive and ightly knit but I bought these one size up from my normal size for layering. They are soft, thick, and warm but also airy and lofty, like thick gauze. I wore them on a recent trip with varying night temps from 25 to 45, on their own on warmer nights and as a top layer on colder nights and they were so comfy every time. I would also wear them as an active sock in warm weather.
I needed socks to replace cotton in order to absorb moisture. I was looking for Smartwool but found this brand and the reviews were all great. I bought them large so that they would not put pressure on my problem feet. They are superb for hanging around socks and so far have done fine for walking. I plan to get Smartwool for more energetic walks and hikes, but these are very useful. Soft and comforting and the top elastic is loose enough but stays up fine to protect against misquitoes in the garden. Good colors.
My first impression is that these socks are just OK. I purchased them because they were on sale, and I needed some new socks for everyday use. I've worn them only a few times, so my opinion may change over time. They are knit with a bulkier yarn and have a looser fit than the socks I've been wearing (Smartwool and Hollow alpaca). I think they are OK for casual wear, but not sure how they would measure up for more active pursuits like running and hiking.
I wear a size 13 and have relatively wide feet - bought them in XL. They fit perfectly. I’ve had other brands - Darn Tough, Smartwool, Stance - and these are my favorites between that group. On par with Bombas in my opinion. Soft, just stretchy enough without being too stretchy. That being said, they are a “chunkier” knit, so keep that in mind if you have tighter shoes.
I wear a size 12 narrow shoe. I bought in Large size and the socks are a little large for my foot. This has not happened with other brands.