Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Ankle Socks

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UOG TOP PICK—Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Ankle Socks, made with merino wool, recycled nylon, and elastane, provide breathability, moisture management, and stretch. The merino wool cushion underfoot offers impact protection and comfort. These socks are one of our Top Picks for continued trail comfort.

Smartwool says: 

Perfect fit. Powerful durability. That’s what you get when you put on our Hike Light socks—formerly known as PhD® Outdoor. Featuring our top sock technologies, dialled-in fit systems, updated mesh zones, and extended durability zones, we’ve upgraded these hiking socks to help you push any summit or enjoy any trail in absolute comfort. Light cushioning on the entire bottom of the foot to bring more comfort to your favourite low-cut hiking shoes. And the addition of recycled nylon makes for a more sustainable sock construction. Go farther in ZQ-certified Merino wool hike socks.

Our Verdict

The Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Ankle Socks are excellent for hiking and outdoor adventures. Made with a blend of responsibly sourced merino wool, recycled nylon, and a touch of elastane, they provide outstanding breathability, moisture management, and stretch.

A generous merino wool cushion underfoot provides impact protection and premium next-to-skin comfort. The virtually seamless toe box eliminates hot spots and blisters. Additional venting mesh zones allow airflow to prevent overheating. These socks have become my go-to socks for hiking. Soft and incredibly comfortable to wear, they provide not only protection but also moisture-wicking 

The key to their performance is Smartwool’s Indestructawool technology, which reinforces high-wear areas for enhanced durability on the trail. The 4 Degree Elite fit system locks the socks without bunching or slipping.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Please note that for hygiene reasons this product is non-returnable unless faulty.

Features

• Indestructawool™ technology with extended durability zones
• 4 Degree™ elite fit system for a dialled-in, performance-oriented fit
• Additional body-mapped mesh zones for added breathability
• Virtually Seamless™ toe for enhanced comfort
• Comfort welt with ‘stay put’ fit

Specifications

• Medium (UK 5-7.5) pair weighs: 48g
• Large (UK 8-10.5) pair weighs: 55g
• XLarge (UK 11-13.5) pair weighs: 59g

Material & Construction

• 56% Merino Wool, 11% Nylon, 2% Elastane