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
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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 ...
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Favorite socks!
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These socks have become the favorite for virtually every activity.
I plan to buy more
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I use them for everyday use. Very comfortable.
Wardrobe essential
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LOVE. I could have 100 of these socks and would be so happy. I wear these to bed on cold nights, around the house to keep me warm, and of course on the hill when hiking for warmth. I like these better than the full cushion crew socks because I feel that the full cushion, although they are warmer, they tend to stretch out during use. Will keep these on my Christmas list every year!
custom made feel
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Turned my girlfriend onto these and now she's hooked as well. Once you try them you'll know what I mean. Both of us agree that it feels as if these socks were custom made to fit you perfectly. Its a level of comfort you can't understand until you try it yourself. Just do it, you won't regret it.
Buying more !
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Love the color , the fit, the comfort of wool socks !! Buying more
I would not buy again
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Too small even though I have worn a size small for years. However the last 2 orders, the small was too small, even though I don't ever dry them in the dryer. Very sad because I really like the mid crew but will find another brand.
Run small
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Very comfortable but run small. I never dry them in dryer but they are borderline too small
Nice all around socks
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I love the height - especially for the summer where I wear more shorts and don't love the tall sock-hiking boot look :') . I like the feel of the material, not super thin or super bulky, making them really comfy to do anything!
Make the switch, it is absolutely worth it.
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I wear boots daily for work, I bought these to be my warm weather socks. They are great, cushion where it counts, lighter weight everywhere else. Haven't had these long, but some of my other smartwool socks are going on 5 years old and barely show any signs of wear. When I first made the switch from regular/cotton socks to smart wool I was SHOCKED at how much of a difference good socks made in my daily comfort.
Well made, nice colors
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Great