REI Co-op Merino Wool Lightweight Hiking Crew Socks

cyclecrazy

Dec 21, 2025 6:04 PM

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Mine have lasted forever and are still like new, had them for like 10 years

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mjspam

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Are these worth the price? I purchased 3pairs of wool blend (15% wool) for $20. Obviously these are much higher wool content. But are they worth the extra cost? Never had wool socks like this and would use for hiking mainly.

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Dec 21, 2025 8:44 PM

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Only castlerock (grey) is available in large

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exxadore

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Are these worth the price? I purchased 3pairs of wool blend (15% wool) for $20. Obviously these are much higher wool content. But are they worth the extra cost? Never had wool socks like this and would use for hiking mainly.

Give it a try! Not a bad price for 79% wool blend socks. Alternative, Costco sells a four pack of 57% merino wool socks, $18. https://www.costco.com/p/-/kirkla...4000093577

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NitroNeil

Dec 22, 2025 2:42 AM

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Ok for daily wear year round in workboots?

BloodAngl

Dec 22, 2025 2:49 AM

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Are these worth the price? I purchased 3pairs of wool blend (15% wool) for $20. Obviously these are much higher wool content. But are they worth the extra cost? Never had wool socks like this and would use for hiking mainly.

From my experience, you want to require Merino wool, at least 40%--the higher the better. Any wool I've gotten that isn't Merino was NO where NEAR the quality and lacked all of the features I valued (no smell/antimicrobial, no sweaty feet (any other socks I go thru 2+/day), and when hiking: lol, the only socks I'll use now. My Merino wool socks consist of Keen and Darn Tough. I've bought others, but they don't leave the house & are only good for walking around the house in winter. Hope this helps Smilie

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BloodAngl

Dec 22, 2025 3:04 AM

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Quote from cyclecrazy

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Mine have lasted forever and are still like new, had them for like 10 years

TY for the testimonial! You pushed me past indecision Smilie

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BloodAngl

Dec 22, 2025 3:06 AM

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Quote from exxadore

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Give it a try! Not a bad price for 79% wool blend socks. Alternative, Costco sells a four pack of 57% merino wool socks, $18. https://www.costco.com/p/-/kirkla...4000093577

Wow, TY for the Costco heads-up Smilie

notaek

Dec 22, 2025 3:08 AM

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Mine have lasted forever and are still like new, had them for like 10 years

definitely not made the same anymore, look at the reviews

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BloodAngl

Dec 22, 2025 3:08 AM

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Ok for daily wear year round in workboots?

Absolutely! I wore them daily in steel-toe boots in a woodworking shop/on site and they are a game-changer. No sweat, less fatigue, zero shifting, no smell. I couldn't recommend Merino socks more. You owe it to yourself to at try a pair.

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JackG3034

Dec 22, 2025 4:56 AM

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I bought these a few years ago and am happy with them. 80% Merino wool. $12-$15 for 3 pairs.

Amazon.com: Buttons & Pleats Wool Socks for Men & Women Winter Warm Cozy Thermal Merino Boot Hiking Sock ML : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092781...th=1&psc=1

I also have these, currently $10 (also 80% merino)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0899SH...th=1&psc=1

Last edited by JackG3034 December 21, 2025 at 08:59 PM.

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Swampthinq

Dec 22, 2025 6:45 AM

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Quote from BloodAngl

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From my experience, you want to require Merino wool, at least 40%--the higher the better. Any wool I've gotten that isn't Merino was NO where NEAR the quality and lacked all of the features I valued (no smell/antimicrobial, no sweaty feet (any other socks I go thru 2+/day), and when hiking: lol, the only socks I'll use now. My Merino wool socks consist of Keen and Darn Tough. I've bought others, but they don't leave the house & are only good for walking around the house in winter. Hope this helps Smilie

You find the ones that are at least 40% have those features of not smelling especially if they get slightly wet?

BloodAngl

Dec 22, 2025 6:51 AM

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You find the ones that are at least 40% have those features of not smelling especially if they get slightly wet?

I have the DT "Men's Number 2 Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks" which are 63% for the majority, and the Keens are Trail Run 61.4 Merino, but to be transparent, this 40% is the minimum I would consider. I'm picking up these tomorrow morning as well as the Costco ones, so will absolutely update and confirm/correct my opinion after I try them out.This 40% opinion is just based on reading other reviews.Do you have experience to share with 40% that I should take into consideration? I'm all about learning from others experience.

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Swampthinq

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Quote from BloodAngl

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I have the DT "Men's Number 2 Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks" which are 63% for the majority, and the Keens are Trail Run 61.4 Merino, but to be transparent, this 40% is the minimum I would consider. I'm picking up these tomorrow morning as well as the Costco ones, so will absolutely update and confirm/correct my opinion after I try them out.This 40% opinion is just based on reading other reviews.Do you have experience to share with 40% that I should take into consideration? I'm all about learning from others experience.

Unfortunately not. This is my first time trying wool socks so I don't really have any experience with them. Let me know how the Costco ones are.

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BloodAngl

Dec 22, 2025 7:00 AM

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Unfortunately not. This is my first time trying wool socks so I don't really have any experience with them. Let me know how the Costco ones are.

I absolutely will. They are a game changer. It was a struggle to buy the first pair, considering they cost as much as a dozen I used to buy. But with hiking and work, absolutely worth it. I got burned buying Merino wool socks from Amazon, thinking they would be comperable.

Last edited by BloodAngl December 27, 2025 at 09:14 AM.

Product Description:	The REI Co-op Merino Wool Lightweight hiking crew socks are our most popular summer-weight hiking socks for good reason-they're naturally breathable, sweat wicking, quick-drying and odor-resistant.
Product SKU:	165398_165398

REI Co-op Merino Wool Lightweight Hiking Crew Socks

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