Simple sock recommendation needed

I use the Darn Tough brand:
http://darntough.com/hike-trek-1439.html

I prefer the cool-max version as I think wool is heavier and holds more water/sweat… others believe the wool version wicks moisture away from your skin better…

they're not cheap… but they last…

and, what ever brand socks you buy, be sure to get ones of the thickness that makes your boot fit best… socks that are too thick will make your boot too tight… socks that are too thin will make your boots too lose… in my experience..

bill

Darn tough are very good, also you worth looking at Bridgedale in Europe.

Thanks, Bill. I'm sure those are nice. I often hike in Darn Tough merino and like them a lot, but I'm looking for a thin sock lighter than anything Darn Tough makes, as far as I can tell from their pictures. I'm preparing a system to be used for a 4-week trek in cold and wet conditions above the Arctic Circle that consists of:

– 2 light, thin, and quick-drying pairs (what I'm asking about in this thread) — I think some kind of cycling sock may fit my needs
– 1 pair warm, insulating, yet quick-drying
– 1 Outdoor Research VB socks

del

for a light weight/thin hiking sock I've been using and really like Cabela's X4 Tech socks:

http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&N=0&fsch=true&Ntk=AllProducts&Ntt=sock+copper&WTz_l=Header%3BSearch-All+Products&x=0&y=0

they are snug and don't slide around on your foot… all synthetic materials… seem to be tough… never had a blister with them…

bill

I like my Wright Sock Escape IIs. No blisters yet have many dirty and wet miles. I am a convert..for now.

i picked up the c9 premium low cut socks from target right before my last hike and absolutely loved them. for the price and fit i couldnt be happier. $8.99 for a 3 pack, 97 % Polyester, 2 % Spandex. i cant speak on how long they will last but for the price i'm happy w/ my purchase.

hth,

jj

Ok, how durable are they?I have gone through dozens of coolmesh II Wrightsocks. I get about 250 miles. Absolutely love them. Are the point 6 heavier the the standard coolmesh II?