A sock made in Vermont=awesome. The sock also has a lifetime warranty. Probably won't need it-these things last. This sock (1/4 cushion) is an awesome hiking sock. The wool regulates temperature and holds up. Warm, dry feet are always nice. The fit of the sock is very good and doesn't lose shape. My few pairs of 1/4 cushion socks really don't show much wear after a couple years. Some might say these are spendy, but they last. As far as sizing, I wear a women's 8 and the medium size fits nicely.

These socks are the ultimate do anything socks. Cushion, no blisters, breathable, and look great. Could be a little more breathable but no complaints. Get em'!!!

I just finished a mountain race in these socks, up a steep grade and back down. Snow made them soggy, but while waiting at the damp, windy finish line, my feet never got cold. I wear holes in the toes of all my socks like lightning, and these are holding up great so far.

I wear womens' 7 1/2 and ordered size small. They're fine, but next time I will get mediums.

No kidding these must be the best thing I've put on my feet. Ran in them 12 miles and my feet were dry and felt great. Cushioning is killer but doesn't feel bulky. Buying more colors and no show sock.

Got these in the rainbow red color, which is an awesome color. Love the feel of the wool, as soft as Smartwool, but absolutely no pilling after washings. Unfortunately for me, the fit is not so good. I'm usually a medium in Smartwool, so I ordered medium for these, the toe box is definitely too big, probably designed more for guys than chicks (these are unisex rather than gender specific as in Smartwool). But no matter, I gave them to my other half, and he loves them and has been wearing them for a month and they have proven to be more durable than Smartwool. He usually wear down the socks at the big toe and achelle area within several weeks. But it hasn't happened so far on these socks. So 1 star less for a less than idea fit for chicks. Otherwise they are certainly worth the money.

The best sock I have hands down. I have run in smartwool socks up to this point and I still think they are good, but the Darn Tough Merino Wool cushion sock is a solid step up in quality. I could see why some may think it is a bit thick/plush, but it is a great sock. You won't be disappointed!

I run half and whole marathons. I hike like a fool. These are my second pair. I bought my first pair over a year ago and I still can't tell the difference between my new ones and my old ones. For anyone the is a serious runner, biker, or hiker, or you're just cheap and don't want to keep buy sock ever 6 months; these are the ones you want.

These are the best socks I've owned for extended packpacking and running. Great cushion, very durable, and better then other stuff on the market.

These socks are awesome. They never smell and retain their stretchy factor. They wash well and I hang dry them and the colors stay strong too. Way stronger than Smart Wools which are good but tend to wear out after a couple of years of heavy use. You get what you pay for and they are made in Vermont! I'm ok with paying more if it means more Vermonters have jobs! Awesome socks, get a pair, they last and stay cushiony.

These are the best socks I have ever owned! I used them for everything! Running, walking, biking, hiking, chillin', working, cooking, dancing... living! I just bought more of these because the 2 pairs I have had for 4 years are a still going strong! PLUS... they are from Vermont!

These have lasted many washes and wears and keep my feat feeling great. I like them better than the Smartwool equivalent.

these are awesome! I use them for running and for use when I am in my skate shoes. I wore them out at a mt board competition and realized they were the only shoes I packed and so I wore them straight for 4 days, hiking in dirt and getting all gross. They held up great. My shoes and feet did not get all stinky, neither did the socks. They were sure dirty looking but not smelling. Merino wool...one of the best things in the world! The cushioning is awesome. just gives that last little bit of comfort so after being in them for a long time the cushion helps keep your feet happy. When you take your shoes off, the cushion is great to walk around on a hard wood floor.