Favorite Socks?

[Pete Collin]

This may seem like an obscure topic, but it is important to me.  Do any of you have favorite socks for doing lots of walking in the woods?  I work outside, with lots of walking.  for years the absolute best socks in the world were Bass Pro Shops' Red Head brand.  They are thick, but soft.  I wore them summer and winter because they cushion your feet and prevent blisters.  Before they came around I would often double up on socks for a day in the woods, which makes you go through your sock drawer quickly.  I am ready to order another batch, and I noticed that the RedHead socks didn't get good ratings on Cabela's own web page.  Turns out, like everything else, people complained that they cheapened the manufacturing process, and the ones they sell today aren't as good.  

So what other socks out there are worth getting for long days of walking off-trail?

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[wishinfishin]

Darn Tuff or Tough.
They are merino wool blend and guaranteed for life. Lots of options as far as thin ,med, thick, low cut, over the calf ,etc.
Made in vermont.

Best sock I've found actually. Some guys run a sock liner under them for more moisture wicking and blister prevention

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[reeleyz]

I have some Farm To Feet Damascus socks that I have worn a ton in the woods, on the ice, and to work. They are nice.

I have a couple pairs of First Lite socks that have a lot of miles too. They are probably the best I have found.


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[fisherman21]

Smart socks. They are pricey, but worked really well for me this hunting season


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[Sea Nympho]

Merino Wool

[Pete Collin]

Thanks everyone for your replies.  I wound up ordering socks from Darn Tough.  Two kinds - the Hike/Trek and the Tactical.  Turns out the Tactical are the ones I am looking for - very thick and cushioney.  Also, they are the only sock company that makes very big sizes (I am a 15).  It's hard to order clothes online when you can't hold them in your hand to judge the feel and materials.

Edited May 10, 2021 by Pete Collin

[wishinfishin]

Excellent choice . If you want more cushion get new insoles. I usually throw out the ones that come with new boots/shoes , mostly because of planter fasciitis but that may of started not getting proper support to begin with.

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[Gator]

Tactical? Interesting. Even with all the darn tough socks I own, there's always something new to discover. I think that the main difference between the tactical line and most other models is that the tactical are solid drab colors for military or police applications, where there's a dress code. The specs look very similar otherwise, including to the full cushion hunting and hiking socks that I prefer. Good choice.

 

Did some searching - the tactical line is made with US sourced wool, whereas the other lines are made with globally source wool. I guess some government consumers buy US only products? Otherwise, the company says that the specs are similar. For the extra $1, I'll go with the tactical line from now on and buy American. You learn something every day.

Edited May 11, 2021 by Gator

[Misdirection]

I wear Wigwam fitted socks with a pair of ankle high regular white socks on top while hunting. Been doing that for years and it works well.

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[Sea Nympho]

Wigwams and LL Bean Merino wool socks..  Merino wool long underwear too.  Well worth the $$$$