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Tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry, as high heat can shrink the organic cotton and spandex blend. Do not use fabric softener, as it can affect the moisture-wicking performance of the Drycool fibres.","q":"What are the recommended care instructions to maintain shape and color?"},{"a":"The spandex content (3%) helps maintain shape, but like all elastic fibers, it can gradually lose elasticity after many washes. To prolong life, wash cold and air dry.","q":"Does the ribbed knit lose elasticity after multiple washes?"},{"a":"These socks are best suited for casual wear. While the Drycool polyester helps wick moisture, the 80% organic cotton content absorbs sweat and retains moisture, making them less ideal for high-intensity running or athletic use where synthetic-only performance socks would perform better.","q":"Is the Drycool polyester sufficient for athletic use (e.g., running), or are these strictly for casual wear?"}],"reviews":[{"date":"November 29, 2025","title":"good shade","rating":5,"content":"good shade","reviewer_name":"aldo r."},{"date":"January 6, 2026","tags":["Sizing & Fit","Fabric","Comfort"],"title":"Socks","rating":5,"content":"Very comfy. True to size.","reviewer_name":"Stuart N."},{"date":"April 10, 2025","tags":["Fabric","Comfort"],"title":"bas confortables","rating":5,"content":"Ils sont confortables et beaux","reviewer_name":"Sylvie D."},{"date":"February 24, 2025","tags":["Sizing & Fit"],"title":"Nice Colour Socks","rating":4,"content":"They're comfy socks. I'm a mens size 13 and they fit great. I ordered them for the colour and I'm happy with them for sure.","reviewer_name":"Shawn T."}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/men-underwear/socks/solid/solid-finely-ribbed-socks--5953-24402?colourId=","deep_research":{"dimensions":{"drycool_moisture_wicking":{"title":"How Drycool polyester handles moisture","entries":{"capillary_action_transport":"Moisture-wicking polyester functions through capillary action: fine microfibre channels draw sweat outward and spread it over the fabric surface for faster evaporation; unlike cotton, which absorbs water into the fiber itself and becomes heavy, Drycool's hydrophobic core keeps the fiber lightweight and dry to the touch as it moves moisture — so even a small percentage in the yarn blend makes the sock feel less soaked during light activity.","8_25_minute_drying_standard":"Performance moisture-wicking polyester — the category Drycool falls into — typically dries in 8–25 minutes after heavy sweat exposure, compared to 25–45 minutes for regular polyester; in a cotton-rich sock, those quick-drying Drycool fibers create escape routes for moisture, helping the sock shed dampness faster than a pure-cotton equivalent and reducing the heavy, clinging feel that cotton alone can develop.","cotton_drycool_blend_benefit":"The 80% organic cotton gives these socks the soft, natural hand for all-day comfort, while the 17% Drycool polyester introduces capillary-driven moisture transport that helps the sock dry faster and feel less clingy than a 100% cotton sock — the blend is a deliberate design choice that prioritizes casual-wear dryness without sacrificing the plushness of cotton.","trusted_in_golf_performance_wear":"Abacus Sportswear's Cray drycool polo — constructed from 100% Drycool polyester — explicitly promises 'cool comfort' and lists moisture-wicking as a technical feature, demonstrating that Drycool's moisture-moving properties are trusted enough to be the sole fabric in a golf performance shirt, which reinforces that the fiber's wicking performance is genuine and not just a marketing add-on."},"entry_quotes":{"capillary_action_transport":[{"url":"https://zegaapparel.com/blog/moisture-wicking-vs-regular-polyester-which-is-better-for-gym-sportswear/","quote":"Moisture-wicking polyester is constructed with fine microfibre channels — either through fibre cross-section engineering (star, Y, or cross shapes rather than round filaments) or through chemical hydrophilic finishes applied during fabric processing. 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