Become a Member

Get access to more than 30 brands, premium video, exclusive content, events, mapping, and more.

Already have an account? Sign In

Become a Member

Get access to more than 30 brands, premium video, exclusive content, events, mapping, and more.

Already have an account? Sign In

Brands

Essentials

Lasting Trekking WHI

Best value

Brand: Lasting

Model: Trekking WHI



Our take Get warmth, durability, and comfort for a sweet price. The Trekking WHIs kept our feet from rebelling on a soggy, 50-mile section of the Long Trail between Appalachian Gap and Smugglers’ Notch in Vermont thanks to 70 percent merino construction. But after getting soaked in 45°F weather, the socks still dried overnight thanks to their polypropylene content. An extra layer (90 percent merino and 10 percent nylon) is knit underfoot using a terryloop, giving these socks the durability needed to withstand weeks on the trail. And the best part? The Trekking WHIs are comparatively affordable for a majority merino sock.

Trail cred “Even with the high wool content, these socks didn’t lose their shape when I went four days between washes,” our tester reported after finishing the Long Trail.

S-XL (unisex)

When you buy something using the retail links in our stories, we may earn a small commission. We do not accept money for editorial gear reviews. Read more about our policy.