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Thin hiking sock

Darn Tough Light Hiker

Darn Tough · Mid · About 2 oz a pair

A thinner sock for warm trails and shoes that have no extra volume.

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If your shoe fits with a thick sock, do not switch to this on a long day without a test. Less cushion means more feel and more heat escape. It is the right summer sock. It is the wrong sock for a cold, loose boot.

Who should buy it. Warm-weather hikers.

Best for. Hot weather and precise shoe fit

Standout limitation. Less cushion

A thin merino hiking sock on a granite slab beside boots

Specs

Weight
Light
Use
Summer
Fiber
Merino blend

Pros

  • Cooler
  • Lower bulk
  • Same brand warranty

Cons

  • Less padding
  • Not for cold boots
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