Smartwool
Light-Stripe Hiking Sock
The Smartwool Light-Stripe Hiking Sock is a crew-length knit hiking sock with padding around and under the foot. It is made from a moisture-wicking, odor-control blend of merino wool and recycled nylon and features a Virtually Seamless toe for comfort and blister protection. It is made in the U.S. and has a 5/5 rating from 6 reviews.
- Material
- blend of merino wool and recycled nylon
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, sporty
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Color
Specifications
Light-stripe hiking socks made from a warm, moisture-wicking merino wool and recycled nylon blend with foot cushioning and a Virtually Seamless toe.
Padded cushioning around and under the foot, moisture-wicking and odour-control warm knit, Virtually Seamless toe, blister protection.
- Material
- blend of merino wool and recycled nylon
- Secondary
- recycled-nylon
- Style
- activewear, performance, technical, sporty
- Occasion
- hiking
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Socks
Additional Attributes
- Light-stripe design
- Padded cushioning around and under the foot
- Designed for hiking
- Moisture-wicking knit
- Odour-control properties
- Warm knit construction
- Merino wool and recycled nylon blend
- Virtually Seamless toe
- Blister protection
- Made in the U.S.
Product Insights
Light-Stripe Hiking Sock 62% responsible merino wool, 36% nylon, 2% spandex MEDIUM fits women's US 7–9.5 and LARGE fits women's US 10–12.5 on Smartwool's unisex chart Light Cushion padding runs along the entire bottom of the foot Nylon-reinforced high-impact zones add abrasion resistance Premium price, possible sensitive-skin reaction and light cushioning are the main tradeoffs
Verified claims
- material
- 62% responsible merino wool, 36% nylon, 2% spandex
- sizing
- MEDIUM fits women's US 7–9.5 and LARGE fits women's US 10–12.5 on Smartwool's unisex chart
- fit
- A reviewer with a women's size 10 says LARGE fits perfectly
- comfort
- Reviewers consistently call the sock very comfortable
- height
- Mid-crew / 3/4-crew height ends mid-calf and clears mid-height hiking boots
- cushioning
- Light Cushion padding runs along the entire bottom of the foot
- toe_seam
- Virtually Seamless toe creates a flat knit toe seam
- blister_context
- Wet socks raise blister risk, so change socks on long stages
- moisture
- Merino wicks moisture and breathes to help keep feet dry
- odor
- Merino's hygroscopic structure and antimicrobial nature reduce odor
- temperature
- Thermoregulating merino suits three-season hiking
- durability_construction
- Nylon-reinforced high-impact zones add abrasion resistance
- durability_report
- Longtime Smartwool buyers report the socks don't wear out quickly
- care
- Machine wash gentle warm/cool, tumble dry low; do not bleach, iron or dry clean
- origin
- Made in the U.S., but one reviewer wished that was disclosed before purchase
- styling
- Lilacs colorway with dark purple, white and gray stripe and reinforced heel/toe accents
- value
- Reviewers call them pricey but worth it
- use_cases
- Best suited to day hiking, randonnée and all-day wear
- variant_selection
- Both MEDIUM and LARGE are in stock at 34 CAD in the same Lilacs color
- tradeoffs
- Premium price, possible sensitive-skin reaction and light cushioning are the main tradeoffs
- construction
- Ribbed cuff, reinforced heel and toe, and geometric ribbed panels on the instep
Product record
- Title
- Light-Stripe Hiking Sock
- Brand
- Smartwool
- Price
- 34 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 6 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 5 sourcesUses
Day hiking on the trail
These hiking socks are padded around and under the foot and positioned for hiking, with a warm, moisture-wicking merino wool and recycled nylon knit that also offers odour control and blister protection. Reviewers report that comfort and durability hold up on trail days of day hiking.[1]
All-day wear, including for larger feet
For days spent on your feet, this Smartwool hiking sock is designed for comfortable all-day wear, with a Virtually Seamless toe for enhanced comfort. One reviewer reports the size large fits a women's size 10 perfectly, and longtime Smartwool buyers say the socks hold up well over years of use.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Light-Stripe Hiking Sock: Choose this if you want warm, moisture-wicking hiking socks with padding around and under the foot, odour control, and a Virtually Seamless™ toe for comfort. They're a crew-length knit in a merino wool and recycled nylon blend (62% responsible merino wool, 36% nylon, 2% spandex) with blister protection listed and reinforced-looking heel and toe, in Lilacs with medium and large sizes. One reviewer said size large fits a women's 10 perfectly and loved the socks, though they wished US manufacturing was disclosed upfront — check product details if country of origin matters to you.[1,2] | Otter Hiking Socks: Choose these if you want padded, crew-length hiking socks for women, with foot padding and blister protection for trail use. They are knit in a merino wool and nylon blend that wicks moisture and controls odor, with mesh zones in the 4 Degree Elite Fit system stated to promote breathability, plus a Virtually Seamless toe, reinforced heel and toe areas, Indestructawool durability in high-impact zones, and Shred Shield technology that reduces toe wear. The listed variant is size MEDIUM in Blue, and note that composition details differ by source: one listing reports 54% merino wool, 44% nylon and 2% spandex, while another states 55% merino wool, 43% recycled nylon and 2% elastane.[3,4,5] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A pair of crew-length knit hiking socks shown flat and overlapping, with ribbed cuff and reinforced heel and toe. Distinct horizontal stripe bands at the upper leg and textured reinforcement at the foot in a contrasting dark gray.
- Overall shapeTwo crew-length socks laid flat and overlapping, showing the top/outer side of each sock with a visible heel and toe area.
- Cuff and leg ribbingElastic ribbed cuff and upper leg in a solid light purple with horizontal stripe pattern below the cuff consisting of dark purple, white, and dark purple bands.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.66 · h 0.28 (high) - Stripe detailsThree wide horizontal stripes around the upper leg: top dark purple band, a narrower white band, then a dark purple band; stripes are textured and knit into the fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.62 · h 0.12 (high) - Foot top textureTop of foot and instep in the same light purple but with knit pattern changes forming geometric ribbed panels and subtle vertical ribbing.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.27 · w 0.53 · h 0.43 (high) - Heel constructionHeel area appears reinforced in a dark heathered gray knit with a denser texture compared with the leg.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.53 · w 0.45 · h 0.39 (high) - Toe constructionToe cap in the same dark heathered gray as the heel, with a narrow dark purple stripe above the toe seam and a small area of pink stitched text near the tip that is not fully legible at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.73 · w 0.42 · h 0.23 (high) - Contrast trim near toeA thin dark purple line encircles the foot just above the toe area, aligned with a pale gray band on the toe top.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.67 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Product photographed flat on a light neutral background with soft shadowing; image shows full socks with slight overlap and even, diffuse lighting.
- Background and stagingLight neutral gray background with a faint drop shadow under the socks, no props or packaging visible.
- Shot compositionTop-down product shot with socks arranged vertically and slightly overlapping; entire pair visible within frame with small margins.
- Lighting and shadowDiffuse, even lighting with soft shadowing to the lower-right of the socks indicating a light source from upper-left.
- Image qualitySharp focus with visible knit texture and clear color separation; no motion blur.
Colors
lavender· upper leg and cuffdeep purple· upper leg stripeswhite· stripe accentheather gray· heel and toebright pink· small toe stitching
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Smartwool
Hike Striped Mid Crew Socks
Variants
2 SKUsDocuments & Data
Customer Reviews
6 total6 reviews · out of 5
J'adore pour la randonnée !
J'adore pour la randonnée !
qualité du produit
Très bonne chaussette dommage qu'elle soit faite aux États-Unis. J'aurais aimé le savoir avant de faire l'achat
un peu serré
un peu serré
Doux et confo
Doux et confo
Chaussette
Très confortable ! Femme portant du 10 la taille large est parfaite ! De plus j'ai adopté cette marque depuis plusieurs années, ces chaussettes ne s'usent pas rapidement.
Best Socks
These are the best socks hands down. They are pricey but worth it.