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Let’s talk socks
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11/12/18 04:14 AM
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jskin
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What do you guys use for quality socks? Looking for a good sock for walking/hiking and a different one for colder weather.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7345681
11/12/18 01:17 PM
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For general walking and scouting I use Under Armour. Not sure of the product ID. They are canted for right and left foot, offer plenty of cushion and stay up over the ankle. I don’t have a good suggestion for cold weather although any of the name brand with merino wool should be the better option.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/12/18 06:34 PM
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Smartwool... period. merino wool all the way. i wear them year round and I spend a LOT of time in S. TX. I wear lightweight in the summer and they work just as well wicking moisture in the heat to keep your feet dry and not get blisters.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/12/18 07:10 PM
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I have some Darn Tough. They will keep your feet warm when sitting but they can get quite warm if moving around.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/12/18 08:15 PM
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tchunter
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Preserve Wildlife - Use Freezer Bags
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/12/18 11:10 PM
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jskin, go to Kenetrek socks, get the ultimate liner and the canada socks. you will thank me later . ENJOY
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/12/18 11:55 PM
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scalebuster
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/13/18 03:52 AM
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thegrouse
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Darn Tough wool socks. You just hang them at the end of the day over a door or in a tent. They do not smell after many days without washing.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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11/13/18 03:28 PM
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Smartwool... period. merino wool all the way. i wear them year round and I spend a LOT of time in S. TX. I wear lightweight in the summer and they work just as well wicking moisture in the heat to keep your feet dry and not get blisters. Gumbeaux approves this post.
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11/13/18 08:45 PM
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cheetah577
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Smartwool... period. merino wool all the way. i wear them year round and I spend a LOT of time in S. TX. I wear lightweight in the summer and they work just as well wicking moisture in the heat to keep your feet dry and not get blisters. +1
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11/16/18 09:12 AM
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aerangis
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Cabelas brand wool socks. Comfortable, durable, $12.99 for a 3-pack. They go on sale several times a year..
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11/16/18 06:05 PM
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MikeOH
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Darn Tough for me. Best I have owned.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7350460
11/16/18 06:28 PM
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Thorlo wool socks work for me.
Cast I have a short attention spa
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#7350521
11/16/18 07:33 PM
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richard-ssv
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I bought several different levels of Merino wool socks for this year. First I used some midweight 71% merino wool socks from Smartwool. Very comfortable and warm for temps in the 50's-60's, but also wearable in warmer temps as well.
For colder weather I bought Smartwool Mountaineering sock that is 74% merino wool. These are the warmest socks that Smartwool makes. They're are super thick and warm. They don't leave a ton of space inside your boot though, so if your boots are tight beware. These socks kept my feet warm when I wore them in upper 30's temps.
I also tried a pair of Darn Tough Hunter extra cushion socks. These socks are 79% merino wool and go all the way up to your knees. DT socks seem to be woven much tighter than Smartwool socks. Because of the tighter weave they don't feel as thick as the Smartwool. This can be a plus though, as there is less bulk inside your boot, leaving room for toe warmers, etc..
I wore the DT socks the weekend before last when it was 29 degrees in the morning. I paired them with a set of toe warmers, but the warmers I had must have been old, because they didn't work. My feet were slightly cold, but not unbearable. Had the toe warmers worked I think these would have been the perfect setup for colder weather. For slightly warmer weather (30's) I think I prefer the Smartwool Mountaineering socks. They are just more comfortable and cozy, but they're too bulky to add toe warmers to them unless you go up a size in your boot.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7350627
11/16/18 09:26 PM
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Nylon or polypropylene sock liners with wool socks. The sock liners help to wick the moisture off your feet and keep your feet warm.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7365400
12/03/18 02:56 PM
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grizzlyman
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Another vote for Smartwool. You can find them light enough or heavy enough for any weather.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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12/03/18 03:05 PM
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I wear smart wool PhD socks almost 365 days year. And I wear a suit and tie M-F.
When temps get real low I will switch to farm for feet out side of work.
Firstlite, darn tough, kuiu, etc all make good socks. I’ve used or own all them. I prefer the thickness of the smart will PhD, in majority of my footwear
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7365520
12/03/18 04:07 PM
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I picked up a pair of the KUIU over the calf socks and i have really liked them so far.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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12/04/18 02:52 PM
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I picked up a pair of the KUIU over the calf socks and i have really liked them so far. Be careful washing, mine shrunk real bad. Other then that the mapping in then make them extremely comfortable
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7366621
12/04/18 04:33 PM
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titan2232
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For general blind sitting a simple plastic walmart sack on the foot before pulling on a sock works wonders. Keeps the heat in
Not good for hiking as your feet will sweat.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7381989
12/20/18 02:16 AM
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lunatichunter
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7384307
12/22/18 02:53 PM
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twinbubba
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I went looking for wool socks a couple of weeks ago. Went to Academy first and every thing I found claiming to be wool socks was 60% polyester, 12% nylon, 18% acrylic and 10% wool. What a crock.
I went from Academy to Bass Pro and asked the sales clerk if he had any REAL wool socks and he replies the Redhead socks at the end of that display but they are only 81% wool. I said I'll tame em and bought two pair. So far I am pleased.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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#7385798
12/24/18 02:56 PM
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Smartwool over the calf for me as well. Not cheap at $25 but my first pair has lasted over 4 years now.
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Re: Let’s talk socks
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01/31/19 08:41 PM
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I worked in Edmonton AB for a few winters. I bought Redhead wool socks at Bass Pro Shop. They're thick so have room in your boots.
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