It has come to our attention that there are some out there still clinging to the folklore of false pretense surrounding wool socks. Like those clinging to the myths of the Minotaur, the Unicorn and the Lock Ness Monster some believe that wool is too hot, too bulky, too scratchy or just plain too old-school for a world of adventure.
If you find yourself in that camp then it’s our great pleasure to introduce you to Point6 and their 100-percent compact spun yarn. You see, not all wool is created equal. The Point6 compact spun yarn produces more merino fibers per inch thereby creating an incredibly soft end result that is never scratchy, itchy or bulky
The importance of active interface between your foot and shoe shouldn’t be overlooked, and this vented, cushioned hiking sock helps to keep your foot fresh for countless steps into the heart of the wilderness.
A deep heel pocket snugs up the heel of your foot without pulling the rest of the threads uncomfortably tight across your instep or toes. A touch of nylon and spandex forms these Point6 socks to your feet and gives a bit of flex so they stay in place mile after long mile.
Ventilation panels help keep your feet from overheating should you dress for the cold and find yourself somewhere that’s warmer than you expected. As your feet warm up or cool down, point6 merino eliminates moisture to maintain your optimal body temperature, and doesn’t hold onto odors like synthetic fabrics do.
Admittedly we would like a slightly larger ventilation area. That being said, these socks performed beautifully. In our time traversing the trails these socks took our hiking boots and transformed them into something extraordinarily comfy. With just the right touch of cushioning these socks protected against pressure points from our heavier footwear and never left us suffering from hot spots or blisters.
Bottom Line…
Ditch your dad’s old wool socks and upgrade to the new era of performance merino wool from Point6. The Hiking Tech medium crew socks will not only envelope your feet in comfy goodness, but they will ensure the miles melt away into the sunset.