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Smartwool Hike Classic Full Cushion Crew
Smartwool
$21.00 – $26.00
The classic full-cushion hiker in a 69 percent merino blend with an elasticized arch brace and flat-knit toe seam. Plusher and softer than Darn Tough at the cost of some durability.
9.2
Excellent
Consensus
Don't buy this if…
- Skip it if sock longevity is your priority, since heavy milers report heel thinning within a year.
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