A sock that works as hard as you do. Our socks are the most comfortable and durable socks you'll ever own.
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BOOT HEIGHTThis Boot Sock has earned a hallowed place in the hearts of many a through-hiker who demand more from a sock. Comfort, durability and fit that never rests. |
ULTIMATE COMFORTNo slipping, no bunching, and no blisters. The ultimate fiber for breathability and comfort in all conditions, the All Weather Performance means cool in the summer, warm in the winter. Mid-level cushion density. A warm and ultra-comfortable choice when conditions demand it. |
CUSHION DENSITYThe best choice for the most hardcore hikers. These socks will stay up even during the most grueling of hikes or treks. Say goodbye to sweaty, stinky socks. Built to withstand the rigors of the trail and come away smiling on a layer of cushioned comfort. Discover the trail legend for yourself. |
TRUE SEAMLESSUndetectable seam fusion for an ultra smooth, invisible feel. Darn Tough uses high density knitting techniques, which means there are more stitches per inch. This leads to a more comfortable, durable, great fitting sock with no added bulk. |
Darn Tough aims to improve the well-being of our community by locally designing and manufacturing the most comfortable, durable, best fitting socks while continuously reducing our environmental impacts.
MATERIALS IN OUR SOCKS
Every material we use in our socks has been carefully chosen and tested to meet our rigorous durability standards. We currently use natural and synthetic fibers, and only 3 types of fiber per sock. As you’d expect, we are actively investigating and testing new fibers and yarn blends that do not appear in our current products. We’ve prioritized Merino wool throughout our product lines and our goal of producing the most responsibly made product is reflected in our commitment to the success of the Responsible Wool Standard.
Merino wool is the most important and relied upon fiber in our products and accounted for 56% of our yarn consumption by weight last year. For many years we’ve prioritized the use of Merino wool exclusively from sheep that have not been exposed to the practice of mulesing. In early 2019 we made a commitment to support the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) and shift 100% of our wool supply to RWS-certified Merino wool.
RWS is a voluntary standard with strict guidelines to protect animal welfare and adhere to progressive, sustainable farm and land management practices while maintaining traceability throughout the entire supply chain.
Although the market share for RWS is only estimated at ~1% of global wool production, the number of certified sources has grown substantially over the last couple years. Today, 100% of the wool we procure is RWS-certified.
We use REPREVE, a nylon 6 fiber made from pre-consumer industrial waste that would otherwise be landfilled or downcycled. Using REPREVE instead of virgin nylon allows us to offset the use of crude oil, benzene, cyclohexane, and other harmful hydrocarbons that are involved in the production of virgin fiber. In short, using recycled nylon conserves energy and water and reduces greenhouse gas emissions from manufacturing. While we aim to reduce our use of virgin nylon in our products, recycled nylon only accounted for 4% of our nylon consumption last year.
We’re actively working with our suppliers to source more recycled nylon so we can incorporate it across our product lines. To date, nylons generated from pre-consumer waste material have held up well against our durability requirements, but we’d like to find an equally good source of post-consumer recycled nylon or yarns that blend both pre and post-consumer nylon.
We use Lycra to provide elasticity, strength, and form-fitting comfort. While spandex accounts for no more than 5% of the fiber used in our finished product, it represented 27% of the raw materials we procured last year. Like conventional nylon, spandex is derived from petroleum and has been important to the performance of our products. Unfortunately, it’s the most difficult material in our fiber mix to replace with a recycled alternative.
When it comes to synthetics, we’re primarily focused on converting virgin nylon and polyester to recycled alternatives. However, we’re also looking for functional, recycled spandex alternatives.
Sustainability
Merino Wool
Recycled Nylon
Spandex/Elastane
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CUSHION | Cushion | Cushion | Full Cushion | Cushion | Cushion | Cushion |
HEIGHT | Boot Sock | Micro Crew | Boot Sock | Micro Crew | Micro Crew | Micro Crew |
COLOR OPTIONS | 5+ | 5+ | 5+ | Taupe, Gray, Denim, and Black | Lava, Charcoal, and Green | Gray, Charcoal, and Denim |
MADE IN THE USA | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
COMPOSITION | 64% Merino Wool, 33% Nylon, 3% Lycra Spandex | 61% Merino Wool, 36% Nylon, 3% Lycra Spandex | 66% Merino Wool 32% Nylon 2% Lycra Spandex | 54% Nylon 43% Merino Wool 3% Lycra Spandex | 63% Merino Wool 35% Nylon 2% Lycra Spandex | 52% Nylon 45% Merino Wool 3% Lycra Spandex |
CUSHION IN THE LEG | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
YARN WEIGHT | Midweight | Midweight | Midweight | Lightweight | Midweight | Lightweight |
We live and work in Northfield, Vermont. Our backyard is the perfect testing ground to make the finest Premium All Weather Performance Socks. We ski, snowboard, hike, bike and run in the most unforgiving climate in the lower 48. It is under these conditions that we design, test and manufacture our socks.
STILL MADE IN VERMONT, USA
After so many decades why do we still knit every pair of our socks here in Vermont? We don’t do it because it’s the easy thing to do—we do it because it’s the right thing to do. We do it because for us, it’s the only way to do it. There are faster and cheaper alternatives but nobody ever outsourced anything for quality.
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Learn more how customers reviews work on AmazonCustomers like the quality, comfort, and warmth of the socks. For example, they mention that they have an excellent lifetime warranty, they're comfortable and keep their feet warm and dry. Customers are also impresseded with the moisture wicking and smell. That said, opinions are mixed on value and fit.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the socks. They mention that the materials are first-class, extremely durable, and comfortable. They also say that the socks hold up after the first few washes and are guaranteed for life. Customers also say the socks are soft and wear well, with no holes or elastic failures.
"...Nice and thick and warm without being TOO thick and warm...." Read more
"These are good socks; warm and super comfortable socks. They are pricey but well worth the money, in my opinion...." Read more
"...They are comfortable and warm and cool (magic) and 0 smell! I can rewear these socks for days if I wanted too!..." Read more
"Good winter sock. Working in a warehouse the warmth is great. The elastic is strong so you don't have to keep pulling up the socks." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the wool socks. They say they are soft, durable, and leave their feet feeling softer. Customers also mention that the socks are moisture wicking, and super padded.
"...They feel so good I’ve actually worn them multiple days in a row which I would never even THINK of doing with my cotton socks which get a bit stinky..." Read more
"These are good socks; warm and super comfortable socks. They are pricey but well worth the money, in my opinion...." Read more
"...I plan on replacing all mine with Darn Tough. They are comfortable and warm and cool (magic) and 0 smell!..." Read more
"...they're also very durable and comfortable" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the warmth of the socks. They mention that they are super warm and comfortable, keeping their feet warm and toasty. Customers also say that the socks are nice and thick, and are perfect for cold winter weather.
"...Nice and thick and warm without being TOO thick and warm...." Read more
"These are good socks; warm and super comfortable socks. They are pricey but well worth the money, in my opinion...." Read more
"...I plan on replacing all mine with Darn Tough. They are comfortable and warm and cool (magic) and 0 smell!..." Read more
"Good winter sock. Working in a warehouse the warmth is great. The elastic is strong so you don't have to keep pulling up the socks." Read more
Customers like the moisture wicking properties of the socks. They say they keep their feet dry and comfortable even in warm weather. They also say the socks dry fairly quickly once they're wet. Customers also mention that the wool wicked away any moisture so their feet didn't sweat much.
"...No more sweaty, smelly feet like acrylic socks...." Read more
"...socks (merino wool, nylon, and lycra spandex) does an excellent job of wicking moisture, and I have developed no blisters or even hot spots with..." Read more
"...In any case, my dogs stay warm, yet they can breath so they stay dry, and at the end of a long day fishing I just leave them on. That is a first!..." Read more
"...Feet stayed cool, dry and blister free!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the warranty of the socks. They mention that it's excellent, has a lifetime replacement guarantee, and is fantastic. Some say that the socks are comfortable and provide perfect protection.
"Quality, warm, and lifetime warranty. 👍..." Read more
"These socks are warm yet not bulky. They have a lifetime guarantee so they will be the last socks you ever need to buy...." Read more
"These socks are amazing! And have a lifetime warranty!I've sent socks with holes back to them and they give me a credit to use on their site" Read more
"...There is no doubt that it keeps your feet warm. They are lifetime warranty too." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the smell of the sports socks. They mention that they don't have that horrid smell even after a long day of sweating. They also say that the socks retain sweat without the stink.
"...They are comfortable and warm and cool (magic) and 0 smell! I can rewear these socks for days if I wanted too!..." Read more
"...a pair of these for my birthday i had discovered their stench repelling properties...." Read more
"...so I was a bit hesitant since I work 10.5 hour days but they're very breathable and my feet are never hot...." Read more
"...They are padded/reinforced in the all the right places and do not seem to smell unpleasant even when sweaty...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the product. Some mention that it's a good fit, tough and tall for winter. They say the size is even correct and they conform to the shape of your foot. However, others say that they run a little small, the toe box is way too big, and the width of the sock is too narrow.
"...Oh and they actually conform to the shape of your foot in a way that cotton socks don’t — at least that’s been my experience...." Read more
"...However, the width of the sock is too narrow, at "full-stretch" to fit my foot width, it squeezes the foot so tightly that my foot begins to hurt...." Read more
"...They fit very nicely, are very comfortable and they look good!" Read more
"...Finding them good fitting socks is a process, and these socks fit them well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the socks. Some say they are worth the cost, while others say they're not cheap.
"Freaking expensive, but actually worth the price of admission." Read more
"...Worth the investment!" Read more
"These are good socks; warm and super comfortable socks. They are pricey but well worth the money, in my opinion...." Read more
"I got these socks to wear with my boots and they are absolutely worth every cent. Incredibly comfortable. Extremely well made...." Read more