Forget cotton — Darn Tough merino wool socks are your feet's new BFF
Not all socks are equal in purpose or quality, though, and if you're running, hiking or just dashing around on errands and drop-offs this summer, you're going to want something that'll carry you through your workouts, nature outings and to-do lists in comfort. Vermont-based Darn Tough is on a mission to make the world's best socks, and the company is so intent on its mission that it offers an unconditional lifetime guarantee. The reviews say Darn Tough is well on the way to accomplishing its goal, with a 4.8-star average from more than 100,000 reviews.
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Below are some of Darn Tough's bestselling socks; pick up a pair for yourself while the free shipping offer is still on.
Darn Tough Women's Hiker Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks
These socks are available in enough colors to have a pair for each day of your hiking excursion, and given that these are Darn Tough's most popular women's socks, you might just want to have several pairs on hand. They're made to hit the trifecta of comfy, durable and well fitting for a pair of socks that keeps you going all day. Darn Tough Women's Bear Town Micro Crew Lightweight Hiking Socks
Great for outdoor adventures, the Bear Town socks come bearing, well, a bear on the ankles. They're knitted to keep feet dry and cool mile after mile, and they're lightweight enough for warmer weather too. Darn Tough Women's Critter Club Micro Crew Lightweight Hiking Socks
Featuring a husky, goats, a pair of rabbits or a mischievous raccoon enjoying a snack, these socks add a little humor into your hike. The cushioning is a big deal too. They're kitted out with super-cushy soles great for hiking or trail running. Darn Tough Women's Wild Life Crew Lightweight Lifestyle Socks
Choose from a trio of woodland animals — hedgehog, perhaps? — with these lightweight socks that are great to wear every day under your favorite boots. Darn Tough Women's Shorty Heavyweight Lifestyle Socks
Featuring pretty heathered strips in either pinks and greens or shades of blue, these everyday socks are made for relaxing after getting through the day's to-dos. The heavyweight full cushioning is a game changer for tired feet too. Darn Tough Women's Run No-Show Tab Cushioned Ultralightweight Running Socks
Perfect for those early morning jogs, these socks are here to keep you comfy mile after mile. They come in a ton of colors so you can pick up a few for your sock drawer too. Darn Tough Men's Hiker Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks
Darn Tough's most popular socks are made for hikers who are hitting the trail, including serious treks like the Pacific Crest or Appalachian trails. They're made for pairing with hiking shoes and boots and make a great all-rounder for long days thanks to their midweight construction. Darn Tough Men's Element Micro Crew Lightweight Running Socks
These on-trend socks are perfect for your daily run or for wearing with your favorite trainers for everyday looks. The double band up top adds a cool retro vibe to your fit too.Darn Tough Men's Close Encounters Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks
These rugged socks have a little fun with their graphic design featuring legends from the great outdoors. Plus, their performance fit and Achilles cushion keep you comfy all day long. Darn Tough Men's Light Hiker Micro Crew Lightweight Hiking Socks
These socks are knitted with mesh panels for breathability, keeping you cooler and drier on hot summer hikes. There's also a little more cushioning over the Achilles for a bit of extra support on your journey. Darn Tough Men's Animal Haus Crew Lightweight Lifestyle Socks
Whether you go for the rafting octopus or boating bears, these socks add a little fun to your everyday look. They're made to be just as comfy for light hikes as they are for heading to work or weekend fun. Darn Tough Men's Run No-Show Tab Cushioned Ultralightweight Running Socks
Available in a range of colors, these no-show socks aren't just for millennials — any age will dig the comfy fit and cushioning that make these perfect for running. The ultralightweight knit keeps things soft without adding bulk in your running shoes or trail runners too. If the idea of merino wool socks in the summer sounds wild to you, think again. They're the better choice over cotton in a lot of ways. Darn Tough's 100% merino wool socks are thermoregulating year-round, not just in the winter, so they'll keep you cooler in the summer heat than cotton socks. They're also better than cotton for odor management and preventing blisters. Best of all, the knit-in-Vermont socks are extremely soft — the kind of socks you look forward to pulling on in the morning.
Darn Tough is so confident in its socks that it actually has a warranty for customers' socks as well as an unconditional lifetime guarantee. If they're not the longest-lasting pair you've owned, the company will exchange them for another pair, no questions asked.
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