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Comparing Hiking Socks

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Awards Editors' Choice Award Top Pick Award Top Pick Award   
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Compare at 4 sellers		$25 List
$25.00 at Amazon		$23 List
$22.95 at REI
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Pros Durable, comfortable, wide temperature regulation, versatile, fittedComfortable, plush, high wool content, built for freezing tempsHighly breathable, comfortable, well-fitted, no itch, excellent wicking power, quick to dry, great cushionLightweight, breathable, superior cushionHigh wool count, durable, compression fitting
Cons Not ideal for hot temperaturesSlow to dry, too warm for summer hikingSlippery fabric, shorter length, not super warmCushion on instep may cause rubbing on the top of footNot super breathable, toe stitch can be felt when wearing
Bottom Line An all-time favorite meant for long days on the trail in cooler seasonsThis is a plush mountaineering sock built to keep your feet warm and dry in the coldest conditionsThis lightweight sock is comfortable, breathable and will keep your feet happy in the heat whether you're under the desert sun or tromping through the tropicsA lightweight, breathable hiking sock with a midweight cushion and some interesting design featuresThese are a great cold weather hiking sock that will endure the miles and still offer warmth in your sleeping bag each night
Rating Categories Darn Tough Hiker Fu... Smartwool Classic M... Darn Tough Light Hi... Farm to Feet Damasc... REI Co-op Merino Wo...
Comfort (25%)
8.0
8.0
9.0
6.0
7.0
Wicking and Breathability (25%)
7.0
7.0
9.0
8.0
7.0
Warmth (20%)
8.0
9.0
3.0
6.0
9.0
Durability (20%)
10.0
8.0
7.0
9.0
8.0
Drying Speed (10%)
4.0
3.0
9.0
9.0
3.0
Specs Darn Tough Hiker Fu... Smartwool Classic M... Darn Tough Light Hi... Farm to Feet Damasc... REI Co-op Merino Wo...
Material 66% Merino wool, 32% nylon, 2% Lycra spandex 74% Merino wool, 17% recycled nylon, 8% nylon, 1% elastane 54% nylon, 43% Merino wool, 3% Lycra spandex 52% Merino wool, 44% nylon, 4% Lycra spandex 79% RWS Merino wool, 20% nylon, 1% Lycra spandex
Sock Thickness Midweight Heavyweight Lightweight Lightweight Heavyweight
Tested Length High calf Upper calf Lower calf Mid-calf Mid-calf
Time to Dry 180 min 200 min 100 min 120 min 200 min