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1040 quarter run sock in skyracer blue featuring a yellow toe/heel blue body and wave stripes on the ankle
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1040 men's quarter running sock in white with dark gray darn tough signature on forefoot
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1040 men's quarter running sock in color black with gray chevron forefoot detailing and darn tough signature
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1040 quarter running sock in skyracer gray featuring a maroon toe/heel and striped ankle
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1040 quarter run sock in skyracer blue featuring a yellow toe/heel blue body and wave stripes on the ankle
1040 men's quarter running sock in white with dark gray darn tough signature on forefoot
1040 men's quarter running sock in color black with gray chevron forefoot detailing and darn tough signature
Image of Men's Quarter Running Sock in Black calling out the features of the sock
Close up lifestyle image of man's legs, sitting on the ground with running shoes next to him, wearing Run Quarter Ultra-Lightweight Running Socks in Black, Lifestyle Image
1040 quarter running sock in skyracer gray featuring a maroon toe/heel and striped ankle
Model sitting on rock next to water holding one shoe in hand wearing the 1040 quarter running sock in skyracer Gray colorway

Men's Run Quarter Cushioned Ultra-Lightweight Running Socks

$21.00
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Redesigned for crushing paths and squashing blisters, our Run Quarter with Cushion was knit to move you. Be it through the woods or your backyard garden, our ankle-height running socks are equipped for life on the go. Flexy, supportive, and forgiving, your toes will thank you.

Height: Quarter
Weight: Ultra-Lightweight
Pair with: Running shoes, trail runners, athletic sneakers
Style Number: 1040
  • Men's 1/4 socks average 5.5 in. from heel to cuff - expect them to show about 3 in. above a running sneaker.
  • A performance fit means no slipping, no bunching, no blisters. Here's to focusing on your run and not your feet.
  • Runners enjoy Merino Wool's ability to dry quickly and move excess heat and moisture away from feet.
  • Our lowest profile, ultra-lightweight yarns create zero bulk, zero itch socks that feel like a second skin.
  • Arch support alleviates foot fatigue and bunching for long-running comfort with zero slippage.
  • We close every toe seam using our True Seamless™ Toe technology for an ultra smooth, undetectable feel.
  • The “still” in Still Made in Vermont, USA is personal. We knit all our socks at our VT-based Mills using the highest quality yarns, sourced from around the globe.
  • Unconditionally Guaranteed for Life - if these aren’t the longest lasting socks you’ve ever owned, return them for another pair.
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These cushioned 1/4 socks feature soft terry loops under the foot for lasting rebound while running. Run quarter cushion map showing cushion underfoot and around the achilles

Machine wash in cold water on gentle cycle with socks inside-out. Do not bleach. Tumble dry on low or hang dry. Do not dry clean. You can learn more about how to wash merino wool socks here.

Materials: 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex 50% Merino Wool, 46% Nylon, 4% Lycra Spandex
*Fiber percentages of socks may vary slightly.
Feet wearing merino wool running socks, the best socks to prevent blisters, with a speed icon

Blister-Free Running

Beyond the moisture-wicking our running socks swear to, their fit is equally key. With a truly seamless wrap around your foot, they fit well and work well with any running shoe – trail or road. Depending on your style or desired features, we have heights ranging from no-shows and quarters to micro crews and over-the-calf run socks. All are knit with our ultra-lightweight yarn, while some styles have cushion for added protection and comfort. The best fit you’ve ever worn, accompanied with Merino’s performance, leads to incredible comfort that will leave you blister-free.

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Socks knit with uncompromised comfort, durability, and fit.
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Overall rating: 4.8134327 / 5 from 1206 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

These men's running socks are praised for their high quality, perfect fit, and exceptional comfort. Customers appreciate the variety of colors and the lightweight design, which makes them ideal for various activities. The socks are also noted for their great cushioning and feel, ensuring a supportive and comfortable experience.

Summary topics

  • Sock Quality: 5%
  • Color Variety: 4%
  • Sock Fit: 16%
  • Sock Comfort: 4%
  • Sock Cushioning: 5%

Review topics: [size, fit, length, support, colors, fabric, weight, issues, quality, material, look, addition, feel, comfort, weather, service, design, craftsmanship, customer service, socks, cut, style, height, cushion, durability, difference, padding, feet, construction, snug].

Review highlights

  • "The fit, colors and quality are all top notch!" — Dean
  • "Comfy, perfect fit for big feet, and look great." — Peter M.
  • "For me they are an excellent fit, socks comfortably hug my feet, no wrinkles, no creep down the back of heels." — Mike M.

Reviews

I just bought a bunch

"I just bought a bunch of these ¼ height socks for the first time after decades of wearing nothing but Darn Tough socks in normal heights. I am enjoying the cool and the way they feel when I first put them on but have found myself dissatisfied with how the sock moves so much on my feet (I tend to work all day from home in my stocking feet, only putting on shoes to go outside). It’s really annoying to constantly be having to adjust the socks to keep the cushion where it should be instead of half on top of my feet. The photo below showing the sock rotated across the front of my feet almost 90 degrees is pretty typical - the socks start out on my feet correctly but pretty quickly spin around on my foot. I assume that I have not experienced this before because the taller calf tubes somehow stabilize the rest of the sock. I love Darn Tough and recommend it to everyone, but I don’t think I’d recommend the ¼ height socks again."

— John G. (3/5)

The look of these cushioned

"The look of these cushioned quarter height ultra-light socks will come in handy during our upcoming trip to Egypt as well as our daily walks and exercise. The quality of the construction of Darn Tough socks are well known and the lifetime guarantee is appreciated. The merino wool blend material should help with heat regulation and is naturally antibacterial. We also appreciated the included free speedy shipping for this order."

— Tim W. (5/5)

Incredibly comfortable. Great colors. I

"Incredibly comfortable. Great colors. I can feel the quality and long lifespan. They give me great confidence that the money was well spent and not frivolous. My feel feels supported and secure whatever I’m doing."

— Shannon L. (5/5)

Darn Tough!

"I have purchased several pairs of Darn Tough socks for various activities in various climates; from Summer to Winter, walking to hiking under heavy load. These socks have kept my feet dry in hot/humid SE Oklahoma summer hiking to below-freezing winter camps in Kansas and Colorado. Their warranty, while I have not personally used it, lends confidence and my experience using them makes it very easy to highly recommend them."

— Colin P. (5/5)

These socks are comfortable and

"These socks are comfortable and have proven to be as advertised. The merino wool blend does indeed wick and resist odor. I'm about to take a 17 day trip to Central Europe and I'm glad to have invested in these socks. The socks don't need to be washed after every use but if I hand wash them they are dry overnight."

— Stephen H. (5/5)

Great socks , great customer service

"I’ve always had problems with stinky feet and since I started wearing darn tough merino wool socks my feet have been stink free and no issues with athletes foot or itchiness. I went and bought 12 pairs and they have lasted longer than most socks. I had a couple get holes in them from my dogs and I was able to get them replaced at no cost"

— Shawn W. (5/5)

hot runs

"Great for hot long runs. My go to brand to keep the blisters down and the miles up. At this point I have replaced all my synthetic socks with natural fabrics. I always thought wool would be itchy but they are not."

— jerome k. (5/5)

Comfortable and durable

"I absolutely love these stocks. They're comfortable and durable, and I happen to think they look pretty good to boot. They also feel nice and breathable. Absolutely recommend."

— Spencer P. (5/5)

Love the colors and color

"Love the colors and color schemes. Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks or in this case new socks 🤔"

— Steven O. (4/5)

Best Socks Ever

"Most comfortable socks I have ever worn. They keep my feet cool and dry and are perfect for all activities! I know these are labeled as socks for running, but they are perfect for everyday use and really any other activity!"

— Christopher O. (5/5)

Q&A

What is the weight of a pair of these socks?
Hi Jason! The weight for these socks is .148 lb
Hey, so I wear 11.5 in regular shoes and 12.5 in running shoes. Which size would you recommend for running?
Hi David! Some customers who fall on the upper end of a size run do choose to size up due to the snug, performance fit of our socks. For you, that would be an XL! We know it can be tricky to shop for socks online so we got you covered with free return shipping for exchanges or returns for 90 days on all orders placed on our website, just in case! If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us. Darn Tough Vermont Support Team 877-327-6883 support@darntough.com
Do you know when the Mens quarter cushioned Eclipse large will be coming back in stock?
Thank you for reaching out! We apologize that the socks you're looking for are currently out of stock in your size. We are hustling to knit more as we speak and we're sorry that we can't provide an exact timeline of when we expect them back in stock. In the meantime, you may be able to find what you're looking for with one of our awesome dealers and some are even running sales at the moment. 😎
Is it $18 for one pair of socks or is there more than one pair?
Hey Barbara! $18 will be the price of one pair of our socks, covered by our Lifetime Guarantee, so a pair of socks for life!