While you’ve been out tackling the trail in sub-par socks wondering why your feet are uncomfortable, the crew at Darn Tough has been hard at work making their best hiking sock even better in the new Hike/Trek socks for men and women.
Let’s Talk about Socks…
Right about now that little voice in your head is probably saying, “A sock review?! Come on guys, socks are socks.”
But before you quit reading and relegate your feet to another season of hiking in cotton socks, allow us to just say this: Not all socks are created equal. And while most of us treat them as little more than an afterthought, socks are a precious tool of the trade for hikers and backpackers. Even for weekend warriors, the right sock can make or break your experience in the outdoors.
On Performance and Design…
The key to the new Darn Tough Vermont Light Cushion Hike/Trek socks, is a Light Cushion technology that utilizes half the yarn weight of their normal cushion socks. By using a lighter-weight yarn Darn Tough has been able to offer durable cushioning in an incredibly low-volume sock that still has the performance advantages of their traditional cushion sock, but without compromising comfort, fit or durability.
The result is a rich dense texture that provides an almost soothing feel for next to skin comfort without the bulky feeling typically associated with heavier hiking socks. Ventilation chambers along with reinforced heel and toe mean this calf sock is ready to keep your feet fresh and comfortable for countless steps into the heart of the wilderness.
A touch of Lycra forms these Darn Tough socks to your feet, so you don’t have to worry about them retreating into the bunker of your boots. All the while, True-Seamless knitting technology keeps your toes comfortable mile after mile.
Moreover, after miles of trekking through some of Northern California’s most pristine wilderness, these Darn Tough socks have refused to show the wear and tear or fuzzing of other wool-based performance socks we’ve tested. Add in the fact that they are made right here in the U.S.A. and you’ve got a great American made product at a great price.
Bottom Line…
Simply put, Darn Tough has just made the best damn hiking sock on the market. But don’t just take our word for it. Darn Tough Vermont is so confident in their product that they have offered their unconditional lifetime guarantee. Simply put, if their all weather performance socks are not the most comfortable and durable socks you have ever worn, return them for another pair or your money back. No strings. No conditions. For life.
*Gumption Gear Review received the items featured in this review from Darn Tough Vermont at no cost and receives no monetary compensation for this or any related review. The items featured were provided solely in return for our honest views and opinions.