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The injinji Outdoor 1/4 Crew Socks' use individual toes to reduce friction and decrease the chances of blisters while their NuWool material regulates foot temperature in both warm and cold conditions. These unique socks work great for everything from a summer hike to a winter snowshoe trip thanks to this amazing material. These injinji socks provide insulation for your foot in cold weather, even if they get wet, and they help your feet stay cool during a hot weekend backpacking trip.
Bottom Line: Not only do the injinji Outdoor Socks keep your feet incredibly comfortable, they fit like gloves—literally.
I found these socks to have more cushion and protection for trail running than the Performance Injinjis. I tried them out last summer on two 90+ degrees 40 mile trail runs and they did not overheat. I tried them out on cold trail runs with creek crossings and my feet stayed warm. They have greatly reduced my problems with blisters. If you have fat toes or feet (like me), you will need to size up. You will get used to having socks on your toes and will enjoy having a lot less problems with blisters!
These seriously are the best socks. I use them for everyday, trail running, climbing, hiking and mountaineering in warm weather. They're really amazing. Toe socks in general aren't the same. They've got this down to a science, even the direction of weave and thickness of material in between the toes is sorted on these socks. I kept getting blisters in between my toes from trail running so these made complete sense. Since I started wearing them I haven't has a single blister. They maintain shape, wick well and last way longer than my other $15 socks. Great product!!!
Injinji outdoor 1/4 crew socks: They go up to the thinnest part of the upper ankle, just over the nobbly part of the ankle bone. (At least, that's how they fit on me: female, shoe size 8, injinji size small). And I REALLY recommend the wool ones--I wear them all year, and the wool hold up better than the cotton.
I've worn Injinji cotton mini crews for a couple of years. Freeing the toes to work independantly not only is more comfortable but seems to add some balance and stability to my stride. These NuWool socks are on the thin side of medium density, not bulky stretch and breathe well. I now prefer them to their thinner cotton cousins and will wear them year-round. Note on sizing: Order AT LEAST one full size larger than you normally wear. They run small and will shrink after a few wash/dry cycles. Careful ordering from Backcountry as they charge shipping for returns.
I've tried many a brand of merino wool socks, and the Injinji are hands down my favorite.
They're not the absolute lightest weight, but still fairly light (my size large nuwool outdoor quarter socks weight almost exactly 2oz / pair) while being extremely comfortable.
It may take a few wearings to get used to the idea of "toe socks" but after your first decent hike/trek in them, your feet will thank you, as they prevent rubbing of the toes, and as such really do delay the onset of blisters.
These are the only socks I'm brining on my John Muir Trail hike, and will likely be my go-to sock when I attempt the PCT as well.
I love these socks. The only problem I have found are steep downhills where the space in between my toes bottoms out in the sock as my foot slides forward- it hurts. If I am not going down something steep- these are my first choice sock- especially for hot weather.
The Injini Toe Socks are a great sock for people who get blisters on the ends of their toes and between their toes. The socks are comfortable and they don't stretch or bunch during runs. The socks do not last an extremely long time.
Overall, I recommend these socks for people who have issues with blisters and toe rubbing.
figured I was destined to a life time of popping blisters until I discovered the Injinji Tetratsok. Unlike convention socks that cram your toes together causing friction and eventually blisters, Injinji toe socks separate your little piggies. Individual anatomical toe sleeves form a thin anti-blister membrane between toes to eliminate skin-against-skin friction. I have been wearing the Injinji's for 2 years now and haven't have a single blister even when doing runs of up to six hours, and with very wet feet.
They come is different styles from micro-mini to crew to match your individual preference. They are also made with various materials such as CoolMax, NuWool and NuBamboo, an Eco Series collection made primarily of natural, organic, and sustainable fibers. On the down side, the NuWool ones tend to wear out pretty fast.
If blisters have been a problem for you, you may want to take the Injinji toe socks out for a run. You've got nothing to lose but your blisters!
My tozies are happily warm and...seperated...but its just right. I can jump over buildings and out run cheetahs. Ok, not really, but the girls do like them. I got 4 pairs of black ones and I don't even know what "normal" socks are now. Fully converted and preparing for a pair of toe shoes now. I highly recommend trying these out. BETTER than your normal sock!
I just got these socks for hiking and trail running. These sock make your feet feel happy after racking up the miles. The other thing that I like about these they work will with my sandals. If you are a hard core runner, these are the sock for you!
My daughter loves these socks for running and my son in law wears them everyday. I was very pleased with the price, quick order turn around and shipping.
I was a little skeptical when I bought these socks, but they came so highly recommended from a friend that I tried them out, and they are some of the most comfortable socks I have ever worn. They keep your feet totally dry, and keep air between your toes, which is pretty cool too. I have stubby pinkie toes, so the sock is just a touch long there, but doesn't bother me at all.
These things are fantastic. If long trail runs are what you are into, these are for you. Blisters become a thing of the past; plus, after your run they fit right into your Chaco Z2's.
This sock is really weird. I really had a problem with the between the toes thing. If you don't mind that, then this sock is super warm and functional. I just couldn't get over it! But I see how people who run, hike, and don't mind the individual toe thing could really benefit from less friction and better control.
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