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regaphysics t1_iu9alct wrote

I use the micro crew hiker (regular cushion). I wouldn’t use them in summer; I have thin nylon socks for summer.

In terms of making them last…don’t wear them on rough surfaces, don’t dry them in the dryer. They last me 3-4 years and then I use the warranty.

Note that they’re very tight socks though; they’re meant for hiking not really casual use, but some don’t mind the tightness. I prefer my smart wool for just casual around the house wear.

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MrMurds t1_iu9sjod wrote

I wore mine all summer mostly went down to light weigh and didn’t notice a difference in summer. I live in central Pennsylvania so we hit humid high 90s regularly. Not sure if this helps anyone.

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regaphysics t1_iu9yp3s wrote

The issue is that light weight merino is not very durable. Darn tough light weight socks are substantially nylon anyway, for precisely that reason.

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kinnikinnick321 t1_iuayvfd wrote

Agree on the tightness, I hike but even for hiking these are too tight for me personally. My feet also get quite hot so I prefer smartwool or other merino blend socks

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TheOtherSarah t1_iuc8w2a wrote

If I’m not a fan of tight socks, would you advise going up a size, or trying a different brand? Looking for daily wear in boots in an outdoor but not physically strenuous job.

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tallulahQ t1_iud98vt wrote

For daily wear in boots I like these. They definitely aren’t BIFL (no merino socks are unless there’s a warranty, but these don’t have one). I have a hard time with tight socks and I like these, though they have been a little different each time I ordered. They were amazing four years ago, this time around they’re thinner and more synthetic feeling but they don’t stink for days (so ik they have merino) and for the price they’re a good deal imo. Agree with others that Smartwool socks are looser/comfier as well, though I’m not sure they have a warranty like Icebreaker or Darn Tough. I used to wear the Icebreaker light hiking socks all winter (northern Midwest, 30F to -10F most days). But they either didn’t like the enzymes in my tide detergent or the baking soda in the second detergent (which I only used on Icebreaker’s recommendation) because they got really hard and stiff feeling. Anyways, if you already use a wool wash, then Icebreakers are great and have a warranty. I have one pair of their crew socks I got as a freebie that I would buy more of if they were cheaper (definitely not tight, and way better than the Amazon brand I linked if you can afford them).

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Badwolf2013 t1_iua2lil wrote

I was going to do the same thing as OP. I am glad I only bought a couple pairs at first because they are so tight I couldn’t wear them as everyday socks. They have their place, but I only wear them a couple times a year.

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notDaniel115 t1_iuawp1p wrote

Are you supposed to air dry them/ hang dry? Do you drill wash them in the washer with the rest of your clothes, or…?

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regaphysics t1_iuaxh67 wrote

Yeah I just hang dry. Normal wash on cold water .

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CourageMesAmies t1_iuf31tj wrote

I recommend washing inside out, in a zippered lingerie bag, cold water. Hang to dry.

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DancesOnMoonlight t1_iubwfro wrote

I have 3 pairs I wear weekly. Bought in 2019. They go in the dryer and I think I've got a lot of use left in them

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Draxaan t1_iudglab wrote

Same, I put them in the dryer every time on low with no issues

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CourageMesAmies t1_iuf2t2r wrote

I Wash them inside out, place inside a zippered lingerie bag. Hang to dry.

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regaphysics t1_iufdk4u wrote

Never had an issue with regular washing on cold. Mine wear out under the balls of my feet, every time.

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