Can these be worn under another pair of socks for backpack hiking? The injinji liner socks don't come in no-show, so I'm wondering if these will do.
3876
Yes, they are perfect for under heavier hiking socks. The material is thin but sturdy. Helps prevent blisters between the toes. That is why I use them.
3877
I've never used Injinji liner socks but these socks sold here are pretty thin. If you're planning to wear 2 pairs of toes socks it might be tight on your toes and might be an issue if you have the Vibram shoes. Depending on the type their might not be enough room for toes in the Vibram shoes with 2 pairs of regular socks. But that being said if you wanted to wear these under non-toe socks and regular type boots then yes it should be fine.
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I usually wear mine without socks or thin socks and it is a perfect fit. You may want to go up a size with thick socks, but you run the chance of them being too big. When I bend down, mine do not crease, the elastic material spreads out for your ankle area. One note I would add is the fact that compared to the lower ankle pair these are very hard to pull off. You can't just use your other foot at the heal to pop them off. I use my other pair much more, the pair with the low ankle.
365771
Seriously, I was not truly successful with vibram shoes UNTIL I started wearing socks in them (and I have a variety of Injinji socks depending on the purpose). I don't run but I do hike, including a Grand Canyon South Rim to river and back again in one day, in Vibram shoes. These compression socks are simply stellar. They had enough jam to keep edema from occuring right after a knee replacement and they are fabulous for hiking or even just a day in the office when I know I'll be on my feet a lot. If you're not wearing socks at all under the VFFs now, the difference is amazing. I simply do NOT wear them for any purpose without socks now (and I do wear them many, MANY places including many my wife would prefer I did... not...). I remain convinced that the people who give up on VFFs would not and might make it through the "feet learning to be feet again" phase and become a total convert.
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Well technically you shouldn't have to because they're long underwear. It seems like they're also designed to be worn next to the skin because the seems and elastic waste band are soft. Honestly, I don't wear underwear underneath these and it's very comfortable. Also, you should consider that the wool fibers are anti microbial and therefore do not retain your body oders like cotton underwear. So it that case, wearing underwear underneath, especially cotton, would be pointless. I would however wear lightweight merino wool boxer breifs under these while backpacking.
1217618
Great socks For both. BTW I never received my 4-5 pair I ordered...no FEDX or.UPS receipt.....haven't seen them.since
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We love these, and it's nice that they break down, however, I'm not so sure you could fit them in a backpack too well? My husband and I hike, day trips, and we have "normal" size back pack, and they would NOT fit in there so we could close them. They would tuck in the side no problem but we'd have to leave the pack top open. Hope that helps?
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The mid weight is heavier. The progression is light-original-mid. I usually only wear mine while running or working out - usually with vibram 5 fingers shoes. Warmth is not the reason I wear Injinji socks, so I can't give you good feedback regarding their warmth + I live in the South, so their utility in keeping your feet warm is not something I have tested. They might be very useful as liner socks in heavier socks for warmth. As with the comparison of gloves and mittens, mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves, since they keep the digits together. This might also be true, but to a lesser degree for the Injinji socks. They do have more information on their website. http://www.injinji.com/ The mid weight is heavier. The progression is light-original-mid. I usually only wear mine while running or working out - usually with vibram 5 fingers shoes. Warmth is not the reason I wear Injinji socks, so I can't give you good feedback regarding their warmth + I live in the South, so their utility in keeping your feet warm is not something I have tested. They might be very useful as liner socks in heavier socks for warmth. As with the comparison of gloves and mittens, mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves, since they keep the digits together. This might also be true, but to a... » Read More The mid weight is heavier. The progression is light-original-mid. I usually only wear mine while running or working out - usually with vibram 5 fingers shoes. Warmth is not the reason I wear Injinji socks, so I can't give you good feedback regarding their warmth + I live in the South, so their utility in keeping your feet warm is not something I have tested. They might be very useful as liner socks in heavier socks for warmth. As with the comparison of gloves and mittens, mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves, since they keep the digits together. This might also be true, but to a lesser degree for the Injinji socks. They do have more information on their website. http://www.injinji.com/ « Show Less
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Yes you could walk long distances if you wear good pair of socks! Your feet sweat too much if worn too long without socks!! I find them very comfortable. I have to wear them half a day when I'm working in the barn when it's raining and my feet have never hurt!!
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They really do fit like a pair of relatively thick socks, however, it might be a little hard to get the hiking boots on over them.
841127
These socks can be worn with anything however, they are NOT diabetic socks like they are advertised. All the pairs of socks I bought are all falling apart because I had to use some scissors and make slices on the top of the socks because they were too tight on my upper ankles and they were hurting and cutting off my blood circulation. If you are going to buy these socks, buy them for regular socks but NOT for diabetic socks or you will be disappointed such as I was.
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I wear these for running, because I used to get pressure blisters between my toes and injinji socks help. I find that wearing more than one pair of socks (regardless of thickness) causes too much friction. Not sure whether to get this or thicker pair - I have both kinds and don't notice much of a difference between them.
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I have not tried wool socks. Sorry , I can't help out on the subject. But they do keep my feet the warmest of all my winter socks, including ski specific sock that I have.
36549
These socks are tough to rate for activities like that. It will certainly keep your feet dry in terms of outside snow, but your feet will end up very wet due to sweat, as they do not breath at all. Think of it like wearing a wetsuit on your foot.
1496224
Yes, but definitely better with higher socks. Even with ankle socks it may irritate the back of your foot.
17679
I don't know if they're considered running socks as they aren't heavily padded. I use them for walking 3-5 miles and they work great! My running socks are thicker for more cushion during the run, but if you don't feel the need for extra padding then these would work just fine.
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I was surprised how thick the bottom of the sock was when I first got them. I have two pairs that I use for Winter and Spring hiking. I would suggest that if you are using them for hiking that you allow extra room in your boots to account for the thickness. I also used a sock liner, but found them unnecessary.
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Yes. I had the same question. Under pants no problem. Under a shirt it may get tight depending on the shirt. I actually wear them under my jeans,and hoodies and shirts. They are quite a solid product in terms of fit. The fit like a glove and don't feet heavy under you take them off if that makes sense. I would recommend them. i had my doubts but I've been very satisfied Hope that helps.