Women Smartwool Womens Hike Light Cushion Crew Socks

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UOG TOP PICK—Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Crew 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: 

Perform with the power and comfort of ZQ-certified Merino wool in our Women’s Hike Light Cushion Crew Socks. We’ve updated our best women’s hiking socks to include more sustainable materials with the addition of recycled nylon, improved durability and mesh zones, and an even more perfect fit. But, don’t worry. Our fan-favorite sock technologies aren’t going anywhere—offering you all-day comfort and natural performance in a women’s-specific fit. A crew height helps add coverage on the trails and light cushioning along the entire bottom of the foot helps keep you comfortable when the ground isn’t. Take care of your feet with our best-fitting, best-feeling hiking socks.

Our Verdict

The Smartwool Hike Light Cushion Crew socks are an excellent choice 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 moisture wicking as well. 

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 dialed-in, performance-oriented fit
• Additional body-mapped mesh zones for added breathability
• Virtually Seamless™ toe for enhanced comfort
• Comfort welt with ‘stay put’ fit
• Women’s specific fit
• Super Breathable – Hard-working ventilation lets you play harder and go farther
• Recycled Materials – Power you pursuits while keeping your footprint light
• Made With Natural Merino – Manages sweat, Stink, and body temperature
• Virtually Seamless Toe – Smoothed out toe seams for ultimate in- shoe fit and comfort
• Light Cushion – Designed with less bulk all while providing protevtion from blisters and discomfort
• Indestructawool Technology – Construction method for exceptional durabilitly and comfort
• Women’s specific fit – Narrower heel and slimmer fit
• Mesh Venting – Placed to increase breathability and comfort
• 4 Degree Elite Fit System – For a dialed, performance-oriented fit with flex zone at ankle joint

Specifications

• Small pair (UK 2-4.5) weighs: 61g
• Medium pair (UK 5-7.5) weighs: 68g

Material & Construction

• 58% Merino Wool, 6% Nylon, 33% Recycled Nylon, 3% Elastane

Help & advice:

• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear
• The Benefits of Merino Wool
• Ethical Wool