SmartWool Hiking

stickybunn
Reviewed: 17 December 2010

Smartwool and Thorlos are the best.......

Good quality, good temperature, long lasting.

Colour range is limited (If you're really that bothered!)

As I type this Im wearing mine having just walked the dog. They've always got a close grip warm feel when you put them on. They seem to keep your feet at a good temperature regardless of the climate. I would definitely buy them again. I know they're not the cheapest, but you get what you pay for with socks. I also use Thorlos Combat socks and they're just as good too.

Daniel Shannon
Reviewed: 11 August 2009

GREAT SOCK

When combined with Goretex (200gram thinsulate) boots in temps from about 0c to -7c they function better than anything else I have owned; excellent wicking and warmth. I have worn them daily 6 to 8 hours every day during the winter months. The sock is very durable as well; almost no sign of wear if washed and dried as per directions given by the manufacturer.

price is a little steep

My choice for winter wear every time.

david culshaw
Reviewed: 11 August 2009

GREAT SOCK , VERY COMFORTABLE

cool in hot weather , warm in the cold , they just feel right , even after a 20 mile hike through the dales , the fit is superb , the feel is just right

they are expensive , i got mine for a tenner , but i cant fault them

untill you try them dont knock em , they are better than any other sock i have tryed thats out there , they are compfy , they wick the sweat away in decent boots and they dont stink after a hard days walking,
i just cant fault them

fenwick
Reviewed: 10 August 2009

MY SOCK OF CHOICE

Great fit, very comfy, don't smell too bad at the end of a days walk

none so far, just get the right size for your feet

A great piece of kit. I won't change from them unless my feet fall off....and they haven't so far!!!

Jake
Reviewed: 19 April 2008

BEST SOCKS (AND I'VE WORN A FEW)

Great cushioning
No smell
Not too hot

none

I've tried quite a few socks in search of the perfect one - 1000-mile, Bridgedale, Thorlo, Brasher etc. All had one or more flaws; 1000-mile gave me huge blisters, Bridgedales were too hot, Brashers too bulky and so on.

Smartwool Hikers are the best so far. Although designed as a heavier sock for cooler conditions, they are fine up to 25C. I also wear them under my waders when fishing and they keep my feet comfortable so amazingly versatile.

Cushioning is fabulous - no hotspots, never mind blisters. They do get sweaty after a day out but do not smell at all (1000-milers are a biohazard after a couple of hours walking).

The fit is great - close and no rucking up inside the boot. I wear them with Bridgedale Coolmax liners and this combination seems to be just about perfect.

Highly recommended.