ThorlosMen's LTH Thick Padded Crew Hiking Socks

Sometimes it's just worth the money to buy something that's important to enjoying life like good socks for extended walking or hiking. Having tried many versions of hiking socks, these are some of the best.

After noticing that Amazon had these Thorlo socks on their add-on promo with a very keen price I decided to take a chance and order, for a very long time I have worn only Bridgedale hiking socks for long walks as they are the best on the market for this purpose in my opinion, the only downside being price. Mens Brigdedale hiking socks start at around £12 per pair and continue to rise in price dependent on what level of heat control and foot protection you require for the walks you do.So, how do these Thorlo light hiking socks compare? Well, first impressions are good. The fit is absolutely perfect for my UK size 11 feet and comes up the leg to the perfect height for when wearing high leg, hiking boots. The sock also feels thick and has a good amount of protective material at key areas on the sole of the foot.Another positive which is frequently over-looked by other hiking sock manufacturers is thermal protection that completely surrounds the foot. IE: some makers of this sock type will only put extra padding/material on the sole and not over the top of the foot, leaving this area vulnerable to cold or blisters. Obviously, if you only do light trail in warm/dry conditions then this isn't a huge problem, but it's certainly worth pointing out that these socks have full protection.Lastly, the walk test. Well, I've only managed a couple of 6-8 mile treks in the short time I've had them, but I've not suffered any blisters and even with the autumn temps dropping fast my feet felt warm and cosy.So, would I recommended these Thorlo men's light hiking crew socks? Yes, 100%. Especially at the current low add-on price. Would I say they are Bridgedale quality? Not quite, but close. Then again, they are currently around a third of the price of a similar Bridgedale sock.So if you are looking at this type of sock, then whilst Amazon's price is so keen I say go for it! I will even add that commonly used bargain alert; "Fill ya boots"! *wink*

Possibly the best walking socks you can buy and they last for years.

I've been buying Thorlos Light Hiking Socks for many years and having tried lots of other brands and materials, nothing matches these in my opinion. They're my default go-to everyday sock, lightly cushioned, warm but not clammy, very durable, indestructible in the washer/dryer and don't slide down my ankle/foot. Yes they do cost a few more £'s than many socks but in the long run they will work of better value simply because they last so long. My favourite socks.

I've bought these socks a few times over the years and always wear very well compared to others I've had.

Very good, vegan friendly socks. They fit small, so maybe order up a size.

Comfortable and feels right. I've always preferred Thorlos as boot socks to any other make - tend to last well, but more importantly comfortable and don't absorb much moisture keeping foot comfortable and guarding against blisters etc

I have been using these socks for many years now and they are simply the best walking socks I have tried.They last very well and the cushioning etc plus the softness of the material lasts even after washing etc. Highly recommend versus anything else I have tried.