Patagonia Capilene Midweight Hiking Crew Socks

Capilene Midweight Hiking socks are perfect for alpine climbing and trekking in cool to cold conditions. They're extremely versatile, providing warmth without ridiculous bulk and remaining extremely breathable so your feet don't overheat. Some of the finer details of these socks include a felted foot bed that adds cushion and insulation, and lasts the lifetime of the sock. Patagonia's innovative, rib-cuff design is non-restrictive and prevents socks from sloughing into boots. Flex zones in the toe box and ankle allow for a natural, non-bunching flex.

$16.95

Thick warm socks . . . great!!
These are the socks I've wanted for a long time, but never found. My husband has warm thick socks which tend to stretch and get out of shape. These are very warm, feel quite comfortable inside my leather walking shoes, feel great as 'slippers' for walking around the house -- and they have kept their shape so far. I plan to get more, so that I'll always have a pair handy. These are the socks I've been waiting for, for a long time.

midweight ???? sock
Really nice,comfortable and well made sock but would suggest as a hiking sock that they are summerweight. Perfect for wearing with shoes in winter around town or with lightweight boots on gentle terrain but not heavy enough for me to wear with mountain boots in rough terrain. How thin are the lightweight socks?????

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