Darn Tough Micro Crew Hiking Socks
I will sit here in front of the computer and happily admit that I’m a hugefan of Darn Tough socks. I have numerous pairs stashed in my sock drawer, and believe it or not, a pair that I keep for special occasions! Anyhow, at a recent show I was fortunate to be given another pair, this time their new Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks.
Made with a combination of soft merino wool, nylon and Lycra Spandex for stretch, they’re constructed to provide a natural performance that are perfect for hiking, trail running and woodland walking, with a little more fashion than your average outdoor sock, so the blurb says. They’re great for wearing around a draft ridden old house.
Merino wool is known for its natural odour resistance and moisture wicking properties, so no matter what shoes or boots you wear or what season you're exploring in, you won't have to put up with clammy, sweaty feet throughout the day. It's highly breathable to promote temperature regulation and low in weight and bulk for improved comfort. In fact the only shoes I haven’t worn them with are my ‘posh’ dress shoes that I wear for school.
These socks come in a crew style that sits around 6" above a low hiking shoe or slightly above a standard boot. They run around 8.5” from the heel to the cuff in total and are made with a performance fit that helps prevent them from slipping down your feet, bunching up and blisters from developing on longer routes.
They are cushioned, too, with versatile terry loop cushioning that provides extra padding underneath the foot for longer days when you never seem to have the opportunity to sit down.
What I’ve learnt over the years is that we really need to look after our feet, and wearing a proper, well thought and engineered sock can make a world of difference.
RRP - £26 (though we found them for £21 with a quick search)
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