Product Description 1996 winner of Backpacker Magazine's Editors' Choice Award. This award winner is SmartWool's best all-round hiking and outdoor sock. A good all-purpose three-season outdoor sock, designed for rugged day hikes or lightweight backpacking. Medium weight cushioning throughout the sock provides protection against blisters on the foot and lace pressure on the instep. Elasticized arch brace helps keep the sock in place and adds arch support. High Density Footbed (HDF) for improved performance, comfort and durability. Crew height. Content: 70% SmartWool, 29% nylon, 1% elastic. Machine wash warm. Tumble dry. Do not bleach.
Customer Reviews:
Awesome socks!November 16, 2005 9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I have been a Smartwool sock wearer for a few years now and highly recommend the Smartwool Hiker as a comfortable, durable, and excellent sock. After several years of trying various wool socks I was a big fan of wool rag socks, and somewhat hesitantly tried a pair of Smartwool socks that were given to me as a gift. I was quickly hooked. These socks perform better for keeping feet dry than any other socks I have tried. The merino wool that they are made with is extremely comfortable. They also wear very well. With a little laundry care, the Smartwool socks I have used have lasted longer than any other socks I have tried, and remain comfortable throughout their lifespan. They may be a bit more expensive than other brands, but if you are particular about your socks they are worth every bit.
