
Description
Hike how you like in these responsibly sourced ZQ-certified Merino wool Hike Light socks. Formerly known as PhD® Outdoor, these hiking socks are packed with all tried-and-true sock innovations, like our Indestructawool™ technology for enhanced durability, 4 Degree™ Elite Fit System for a dialed-in, performance-oriented fit, and Virtually Seamless™ toe for even more comfort. A women's-specific fit and light cushioning along the entire bottom of the foot helps you feel your best on every trail. Extended durability zones and mesh areas help maximize breathability without sacrificing the perfect sock fit in any hiking shoe or boot.
- Sock Height: Mid Crew
- Sock Cushion: Light Cushion
- Indestructawool™ technology with extended durability zones
- 4 Degree™ elite fit system for a dialed-in, performance-oriented fit
- Additional body-mapped mesh zones for added breathability
- Virtually Seamless™ toe for enhanced comfort
- Mesh ventilation zones provide optimum moisture management and maximum breathability
- Comfort welt with 'stay put' fit
- Women's specific fit
- Height 5.5"
- Made in USA of Imported Yarn: 56% Merino Wool, 11% Nylon, 31% Recycled Nylon, 2% Elastane *Specific percentage of recycled nylon will vary as we transition to 100% recycled nylon in future seasons
- Machine Wash Warm, Inside Out
- Style: SW001580
Product Reviews
Review Snapshot
by PowerReviews
Most Liked Positive Review
Super color, fit and feel
These socks are versatile and very well constructed. I love the customized mapping which delivers extra padding or ventilation where needed. The toe and back of ankle area are especially comfortable. I have used them for workouts and walks in sneakers and with Bean boots around the yard. They are al...
Most Liked Negative Review
Underwhelmed
Tried these out, and a bit underwhelmed. With the updated design, they look like they are styled more similar to the PhD outdoor series with the banding and color patterns. But they don't fit as well as the PhD series. The weight of the sock is mostly the same throughout the foot, and no pronounced ...
Reviewed by 56 customers
Only wear Smartwool socks
So comfy and love the height.
Great socks - very versatile
Love the crew length to wear with boots!
Good for everyday wear
Comfy socks! Warm feet!
love love love
I wear them all the time outside on colder days to keep my feet from sweating through any cotton. These are the perfect combo of breathable yet cozy socks keeping me extra comfy
The best
Great socks as always. None better
Great socks for long hiked
Did the trick on our 25km hikes and dried out quickly when soaked.

Official Response by Smartwool CA EN
This is also one of our favorite travel companions. Thanks for the kind review!
I would buy them again
These socks fit great and wick moisture away!
Good color!
Great weight for socks. They do seem to run a bit tight though.
I have have 6 pairs of these socks
I love these socks'. They are probably my favorite every day socks. My feet do not get sweaty in them. There is something about the design that keeps them slightly loose but still fitting, which seems to allow good air flow while at the same time providing air space for heat to circulate, kind of like a sweatshirt. I don't know how to explain it.
