Merino Wool Socks for Hiking, Skiing and Everyday Wear
Wool socks earn their place the moment the trail gets long. Our merino wool socks blend 51% merino with nylon and spandex, so the fibre that regulates temperature is supported by the fibres that hold the shape of the heel and arch through hundreds of miles. Available in packs of 2, 3 and 6, in men's and women's sizing.
Why merino beats cotton and synthetic on the trail
Merino moves moisture as vapour before it becomes sweat, which is what prevents the damp-sock blisters cotton is famous for. It also traps odor-causing bacteria inside the fibre, so a pair of merino hiking socks stays wearable for several days of trekking where synthetic socks would not. In cold weather the same fibre insulates even when damp, which is why merino wool ski socks stay warm inside a boot all day.
Choosing your pair
- Hiking socks — cushioned underfoot with a reinforced heel and toe, for day hikes and multi-day trekking.
- Ski and snowboard — thin enough to fit a hard boot without pressure points, warm enough for a chairlift.
- Everyday — the same wool in a lower-profile knit for work, travel and commuting.
- Multipacks — packs of 3 and 6 are how most people buy once they switch; the cost per pair drops and you stop doing laundry around your socks.
Care
Turn inside out, machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with mild detergent, lay flat to dry. Heat is the only thing that shrinks merino, so skip the dryer. No fabric softener — it coats the fibre and kills the breathability.
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