DANISH ENDURANCE Merino Wool Hiking Crew Socks for Men Women Cushioned Anti-Blister Breathable - 3 Pairs

Very comfortable, good looking, well made socks. Fit is a bit on the loose side, but not too much. Cool in warm weather, and warm in cold weather. Glad I found them. Read more

Great hiking socks. I have both the ankle and crew length lightweight socks that I love for summer hiking in Southern California, but wanted something a little thicker for upcoming cold weather/ mountain hiking in the Sierras. These are great socks. Slightly thicker with slightly more cushioning than the light weight socks, but definitely not bulky like a heavy winter sock. My feet still fit great in my standard sized boots. I tried them out an a 7 mile hike in low 60s through mid 70s temps. My feet felt great, no hot spots or sliding around. The extra cushioning over the light weight socks was nice to have. And best of all, my feet did not feel overheated or sweaty even at these temps. The socks are quality and a bargain at the price. So far I have three sets of different hiking socks from this company and they are all top notch socks. Read more

Great moisture-wicking and comfort in different configurations for thickness and length. These are true to size. These socks are awesome in every way, although the price could be a little lower. These are USA-made. I usually wash them with my shirts on a delicate cycle and cold water, then hang them to air dry. I have around a dozen pairs in various thicknesses and lengths. So far, they have held up well over the last 12 months, wearing them weekly. I even started gifting these to family members. Read more

I have these socks, in large, in both dark grey and black—but as much as I like them, they are tight, and have been since brand new. Almost uncomfortably so—and I wear size 9 1/2 shoes for the most part, so "large" socks usually fit just fine. It seems like these light grey socks are the only ones being sold in "extra large" which is a shame. These fit me like I expect a pair of "large" socks to—they are not loose in the least, but very comfortable. As with the other colors, I really like the overall light weight, and limited padding that these offer. They wick well. If the fit were correct I would give them a very solid 5 stars. I'm surprised that I don't see this commented on in other reviews. My advice would be that you should order a size up, if available. They are very nice, lighter weight marino wool content socks. Read more

Warm, Breathable, and Dependable Hiking Socks I’ve worn these Danish Endurance merino wool hiking socks on several long day hikes and a couple of weekend camping trips, and they’ve quickly become my go-to pair. The merino wool blend is soft against the skin and provides a nice balance of warmth without ever feeling stuffy. Even after hours of climbing trails in cooler weather, my feet stayed comfortable and, most importantly, dry. The moisture-wicking is excellent—no clammy socks at the end of the day. The fit is snug in the right way, giving some arch support without being overly tight. I also appreciated that they don’t slip down in the boot; once they’re on, they stay put. Cushioning is moderate, so they protect well against pressure points and blisters but aren’t bulky. They work equally well in hiking boots or sturdier trail shoes. After a few washes, they’ve held their shape with no noticeable shrinkage or wear. Things to keep in mind: if you’re heading out in extremely hot conditions, these may feel a bit warm since they’re optimized more for cool to moderate weather. Also, sizing runs true, but if you’re on the upper edge of the size range, I’d suggest going up to avoid a too-tight fit. Bottom line: These Danish Endurance merino wool hiking socks are a solid investment if you want comfortable, durable, and moisture-managing socks for hiking, camping, or everyday wear in cooler temps. Read more

I liked the first 3-pack of these socks I bought (light grey, large), so bought more. Did not like the second set! Tried one last time, but third set still "not quite right", so sending them back. Too bad, but if the manufacturing of these socks were consistent I'd give them five stars. The first set were warm and comfortable, a nice intermediate-weight sock to wear for cool days and light hiking (I'd probably want something thicker for below-freezing weather and/or heavy-duty hiking, skiing, motorcycling, etc.). They remained comfortable all day and didn't leave a ring around my calf when I took them off. The second set--supposedly the same style, size, etc.--felt much tighter going over my foot and definitely left a calf-ring at the end of the day. The material also felt coarser. The third set--again same style & size--felt somewhat better than the second, but still a bit tighter and coarser than the first. As the photo shows, there are visible differences between the three sets of socks, indicating whatever factory (or factories?) make them, the materials and construction vary between runs. Note that they all have a red dash on the interior of the elastic cuff. The first dash is the largest and widest, the second the smallest and narrowest, and the third somewhere in between. Is this red dash a "Comfort Indicator"??? I don't know if that was the plan, but that is the reality I've experienced. Looking closely, there are slight differences in the weave (which may, along with differing fabric compositions, account for their different feels). And the three sets have varying cuff widths, with the third being the widest (they're also slightly longer than the other two), making them more comfortable than the second set, but still not equal to the first set, which are the softest and stretchiest. Bottom line: These socks have five-star potential (first set), but I can only give three stars due to their inconsistency. Read more

Very comfortable and high quality. I wore these in cold rainy France while "hiking" in Paris and Bordeaux for nine days and couldn't have been happier with the purchase. Read more