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REI Merino Wool Low Light Hiker Socks

Item # 712774

$9.50

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With naturally wicking fibers, the REI merino wool light hiker cushioned ankle socks are a perfect fit for hiking and backpacking.

  • Made of merino lambswool with nylon and Lycra® spandex for durability and dependable fit
  • Stretch nylon reinforces heel and toe area for long-wearing durability and comfort; arch band for additional support
  • Uniquely formed toe area and Lin-Toe® ''no-feel'' seams keep socks smooth and nonirritating
  • *Offer not valid for sale-price items ending in $._3 or $._9

Made in USA.

Item 712774

REI Merino Wool Low Light Hiker Socks Specs

Specification

Description

Fabric78% merino wool/20% nylon/2% Lycra spandex
Sock heightAnkle
GenderUnisex

REI Merino Wool Low Light Hiker Socks Customer Reviews

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REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low
 
3.9

(based on 13 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (10)
  • Comfortable (8)
  • Good design (8)
  • Regulates temperature well (6)
  • Stylish (6)

Cons

  • Bunches up (4)

Best Uses

  • Daily use (10)
  • Hiking (9)
  • Travel (9)
  • Running (3)
  • Working out (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Enthusiast (4), Frequent exerciser (3)

Reviewed by 13 customers

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Jun

28

2008

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
2.0

OK for short hikes only

By Vegas Outdoorsman

from Las Vegas, NV

About Me Weekend Warrior

Site Member

Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Design
  • Stylish

Cons

  • Bulky
  • Bunches Up
  • Causes Blisters

Best Uses

  • Daily Use
  • Hiking
  • Travel

Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

I'm a size 10 foot that's on the wide side, and these socks are still too big. I've washed and dried them several times, but they still bunch up in my merrell's. I've used them a half-dozen times, and if I'm doing any kind of big hike w/ 15+ pounds in my pack my feet just start burning in the ball area (the first sign of blisters coming). I just took these on a backpacking trip and had to swith mid-hike to my nasty/stinky smartwool's from the day before b/c I could just feel the blisters coming. I guess it's just me, as these got 4.5 stars from 8 other reviewers, but I'm definitely dissapointed in these socks. I'll still wear them for shorter hikes, but they are no better than the athletic socks I bought from a cheap retail chain. If you want quality buy some smartwool's. I didn't get a blister w/ the smartwool's even though I bushwhacked up steep scree with a 45 pound pack for 4 miles.

  • Fit:
  • Feels too big

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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Nov

2

2009

 
5.0

Love These Socks

By Jerk Bacon

from Colorado

About Me Occasional Exerciser

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Good Design

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Daily Use
    • Hiking
    • Travel

    Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

    I live in the mountains and needed several good pair of socks. (I hate going to the city so I wanted several pairs to get me around for at least a year.) I wear a 10.5 - 11.5 shoe and if I recall correctly got these as a Med size and they fit me snug and perfectly.
    I've had these for several years as my day to day sock (they are the only type of sock I own) and they haven't loosened or stretched at all. They are wearing thin from use, but that's my wear and tear.
    They also dry fast... I just love these socks,, as much as somebody could love 'socks' I suppose.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • Fit:
    • Feels true to size

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Oct

    7

    2009

     
    1.0

    baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaad

    By Chalmaniac

    from Missoula, MT

    About Me Conditioning Exerciser

    Pros

      Cons

      • Bulky
      • Bunches Up
      • Uncomfortable
      • Wears Quickly

      Best Uses

        Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

        I thought these would be nice for an early Sept hike in the Bitterroots but I was way off. First of all, size L fits more like XL and I wear an 11.5 shoe. That was probably the cause of the awful bunching problem I experienced. I had to stop 4 times on a 10 mile hike to take my shoe off and rearrange the socks, unfortunately I didn't bring any back up socks with me. What's more, a small hole appeared in the left hand side of the toe seam, I noticed this the first time I rearranged the socks. By the time I finished with my hike it was a full blown hole, so I got some nice toenail on shoe action for the last mile or so. Based on this experience (and my experience with the Organic Merino socks, which was just as bad) I will probably never buy REI socks again.

        • Fit:
        • Feels too big

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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        Sep

        20

        2008

         
        4.0

        Soft, comfortable and durable

        By cb1980

        from Seattle, WA

        About Me Frequent Exerciser

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Hiking
          • Travel

          Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

          I bought this sock for hiking and liked it so much I bought a few more pair (the low and high style), I bought a couple pair today in fact. The only thing I don't like is the sock shrinks after wash--they are wool after all.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • Fit:
          • Feels true to size

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Sep

          16

          2008

           
          5.0

          Excellent sock for everyday wear

          By Eric91Z

          from Clive, IA

          About Me Frequent Exerciser

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Good Design
          • Regulates Temperature Well
          • Stylish

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Daily Use
            • Hiking
            • Travel

            Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

            I bought these socks to use more for daily wear than hiking. Now I will be buying more for daily wear and start using them on hikes! Each time I put these on my feet feel like they are saying "Thank you".

            These are replacing white socks for daily wear as they are just so comfortable - especially with my Keen sandels. I have never had a wool sock like this before and they exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be buying more. Excellent sock for the money!

            • Fit:
            • Feels true to size

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Feb

            5

            2008

             
            5.0

            Love these socks!

            By Spiritus

            from Guilford, CT

            About Me Weekend Warrior

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Durable
            • Good Design
            • Regulates Temperature Well
            • Stylish
            • Wicks Away Moisture

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Daily Use
              • Hiking
              • Travel

              Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

              These are my favorite socks. Every time I place an order with REI I order a pair. Really comfortable and durable. I haven't had a pair wear out yet and these are pretty much all I wear. The no-seam toe feels really good and I never get blisters with these great socks! Highly recommended!

              • Fit:
              • Feels true to size

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Oct

              19

              2007

               
              4.0

              Good Socks

              By Ottomandude

              from Boulder, CO

              About Me Competitive Athlete, Weekend Warrior

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Durable
              • Regulates Temperature Well

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Daily Use
                • Hiking
                • Travel

                Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

                Great socks, good for hiking.

                • Fit:
                • Feels true to size

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                Sep

                23

                2007

                 
                5.0

                Comfy and stylish

                By rmnguy

                from Duluth, MN

                About Me Gym Rat, Runner, Weekend Warrior

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Good Design
                • Regulates Temperature Well
                • Stylish

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Daily Use
                  • Hiking
                  • Running
                  • Team Sports
                  • Travel
                  • Working Out

                  Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

                  Comfortable, insulative (warm when you need it, but they won't warm up your feet when working out), durable, and less expensive than SmartWool. What more could you want? The shorter length makes them great for warmer weather and when wearing lower cut shoes or boots. My everyday socks during warmer weather.

                  • Fit:
                  • Feels true to size

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  Sep

                  19

                  2007

                   
                  5.0

                  GREAT SOCK

                  By bailey010

                  from Philadelphia, PA

                  About Me Competitive Athlete

                  Site Member

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Durable
                  • Good Design
                  • Regulates Temperature Well
                  • Wicks Away Moisture

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Daily Use
                    • Hiking
                    • Travel

                    Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

                    Great sock for Hiking. I wear them often even around town. I wouldnt go running in the things. But for hiking, they are great. very comfortable and they dry quick.

                    • Fit:
                    • Feels true to size

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                    Sep

                    18

                    2007

                     
                    5.0

                    Yes To Wool

                    By Ernie Never Give Up

                    from Nampa Idaho

                    About Me Backpacking Nut

                    Site Member

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Durable
                    • Good Design
                    • Regulates Temperature Well
                    • Stylish
                    • Wicks Away Moisture

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Daily Use
                      • Hiking
                      • Running
                      • Team Sports
                      • Travel
                      • Working Out

                      Comments about REI Merino Wool Light Hiker - Low:

                      I have had a bad foot problem, But when I started backpacking I bought Marino wool socks.
                      At the end of my seven-day trip I found that my feet had healed. I have been warring these type of socks every since, its nice to have normal feet again.

                      • Fit:
                      • Feels true to size

                      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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