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Old 11-19-2008, 01:44 PM
 
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Smart Wool socks cost $17 a pair, but they are supposed to be warm and soft, not itchy.

Good socks are hard to find. Has anyone tried these? If so, do you recommend them?

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Woofers (F.W.)
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Old 11-19-2008, 01:49 PM
 
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Huge fan!

I usually buy mine from Sierra tho' so they are more like 7-10 bucks.
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Old 11-19-2008, 01:55 PM
 
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Huge fan!

I usually buy mine from Sierra tho' so they are more like 7-10 bucks.
No kidding? Same styles?

Also, please tell us why you like them so much? Questions below:

- Are they itchy?
- Are they warm?
- Are they thick or thin? (To fit into boots)
- Are they stylish?
- Do they last or do they pill up?
- Do they stay up or fall down around ankles?

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Woofers (F.W.)
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:10 PM
 
Location: Philaburbia
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SmartWool socks are wonderful! I have running and hiking styles, and love them both. They keep my feet warm and dry, and have just the right amount of cushioning.
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:17 PM
 
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Sierra does overstocks and closeouts......but I figure they are socks.

I use mine for running, skiing and cycling and so far no one has ever stopped me on the road or trail and said "hey! those are last year's socks". So I figure I'm good.

I have different models of varying thicknesses. Most of mine tend to be ankle height and fairly thin to fit in running or cycling shoes. I do have a few pairs of taller/thicker socks for skiing.

What I like about them is that they are wool; feet stay warm even when wet. I don't get blisters. They don't itch. They don't wear out too quickly (I've had problems with some other brands).

One thing....they don't shrink as much as ~some~ wool socks, but I still go up one size just to be on the safe side.
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:24 PM
 
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I checked on Sierra and they have a limited selection. I saw some at Marshalls too, but I like some of the brighter colors, which costs more money. I might start with those because I'm vain!
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:30 PM
 
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My favorite wool sock is a plain army marching boot sock.
I stole my dad's pair that he had since the 60's! they lived until the late 90's when I had to replace them.

Try a thin silk sock between the itchy ones. The army ones didnt itch me.
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:32 PM
 
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My favorite wool sock is a plain army marching boot sock.
I stole my dad's pair that he had since the 60's! they lived until the late 90's when I had to replace them.

Try a thin silk sock between the itchy ones. The army ones didnt itch me.
You wear old socks, Pitt?
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:33 PM
 
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Yes..I think those ones would be considered historically old or antique...lol
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Old 11-19-2008, 02:43 PM
 
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Yes..I think those ones would be considered historically old or antique...lol

You know, I've hear of people cherishing an old pair of jeans, a leather jacket, or maybe even a really good pair of shoes.

But this is the first I've heard about a pair of socks.
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