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5028 light hiker boot sock in taupe featuring black heel/toe brown body and red stripe and logo
5028 light hiker boot sock in charcoal featuring gray heel/toe orange striping and black body
5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam featuring black heel/toe green body and yellow stripe and logo
Men's Light Hiker Boot Lightweight Hiking Socks
close up models feet on mountain rock wearing the 5028 lightweight boot hiker in seafoam green colorway
model sitting on rock ledge holding one shoe wearing the 5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam green colorway
on model image with back foot in hiking shoe wearing the 5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam green colorway
Model standing barefoot wearing the 5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam green colorway
5028 light hiker boot sock in taupe featuring black heel/toe brown body and red stripe and logo
5028 light hiker boot sock in charcoal featuring gray heel/toe orange striping and black body
5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam featuring black heel/toe green body and yellow stripe and logo
Men's Light Hiker Boot Lightweight Hiking Socks
close up models feet on mountain rock wearing the 5028 lightweight boot hiker in seafoam green colorway
model sitting on rock ledge holding one shoe wearing the 5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam green colorway
on model image with back foot in hiking shoe wearing the 5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam green colorway
Model standing barefoot wearing the 5028 light hiker boot sock in seafoam green colorway

Men's Light Hiker Boot Lightweight Hiking Socks

$27.00
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We made some heavy additions to our Light Hiker—and we’re not talking weight. Reinforced with high-density knitting in the leg and cuff, this Boot height sock protects feet and guards against debris. Mesh panels in the foot add breathability, while increased durability in the heel makes even your toughest hikes feel like an amble.

Height: Boot
Weight: Lightweight
Pair with: Hiking shoes, trail runners, fresh mountain air
Style Number: 5028
  • Men's boot socks average 11 in. from heel to cuff - expect them to show about 5 in. above a standard hiking boot.
  • A performance fit means no slipping, no bunching, no blisters for peak hiking comfort.
  • Merino Wool is at home on the trail, naturally moving moisture to keep feet fresh and dry in all weather.
  • Lightweight socks breathe naturally and deliver flexible, all-day comfort for summer hiking.
  • We close every toe seam using our True Seamless™ Toe technology for an ultra smooth, undetectable feel.
  • Flex windows remove material in strategic areas to create a sock that's less bulky and really moves with you.
  • 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 hiking boot socks feature soft terry loops underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles - our most popular cushion style. Cushion image outlining the cushion over the toe underfoot and up back of heal

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: 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex 42% Merino Wool, 53% Nylon, 5% Lycra Spandex
*Fiber percentages of socks may vary slightly.
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Unrivaled Durability

We make one thing, and we make it better than anyone else – ask any thru hiker and you will likely hear the same. In order to unconditionally guarantee a hiking sock for life, it must be durable. It must maintain its comfort, and it has to fit for miles upon miles on-trail. The socks that do return through warranty inform how we can improve. And we do. Our guarantee is a promise to you, but it’s a standard for us. We have yet to produce our best sock, but we get better with every step.

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Unconditionally Guaranteed for Life

Socks knit with uncompromised comfort, durability, and fit.
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Overall rating: 4.864865 / 5 from 37 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

These lightweight hiking socks are praised for their excellent quality and comfortable fit. They offer reinforced protection and durability, making them ideal for tough hikes.

Summary topics

  • Product Quality (23%): Based on a significant number of customers, the quality of the product is consistently praised as excellent and unmatched.
  • Product Fit (23%): A significant number of customers pointed out that the fit of the product is great and comfortable.

Review topics: ["fit","weight","quality","socks","height","cushion","warranty","feet","hiking"].

Review highlights

  • "Great quailty and fit, very happy" — PAUL M.
  • "The quality is unmatched and it's pretty hard to beat an unconditional guarantee on every pair!" — William S.
  • "Darn Tough socks are always the best quality." — Raymond S.

Reviews

Lightweight hiking sock

"I love these socks the height is great for tall hiking, hunting, or work boots. I tend to get hot feet easy and I find that they really help keep my feet cool and dry from sweat. The cushion is also a added bonus for me and the quality with a lifetime warranty cannot be beat."

— Gabriel F. (5/5)

Men's Light Hiker Boot Lightweight Hiking Socks

"If there’s one thing Darn Tough does well, it’s solving problems I didn’t know socks could solve. My Men’s Hiker Micro Crew Midweight and Men’s Hiker Boot Midweight have been my go‑to comfort solution for most situations. But a few of my dress lace‑up boots apparently have “opinions,” and those midweights were just a bit too snug for their liking. Enter the Men’s Light Hiker Boot Lightweight Hiking Socks — the unexpected hero of my sock drawer. They slid right in, fit perfectly, and delivered the same reliable comfort without the squeeze. Even in summer heat, they stayed cool, comfortable, and fully functional. I do have one minor issue: My non‑Darn Tough socks (the ones I can’t seem to throw away) have begun seeking legal counsel for abandonment. I expect a strongly worded letter any day now. In short, these lightweight hikers rescued my dress boots, kept my feet happy, and may have triggered a small sock‑drawer uprising. Worth it."

— Michael M. (5/5)

We want to love em

"We want to love em but they are getting tighter every time I wash them ( yes in cold water) after they come out of the wash I slip them on a qt canning jar and let them dry … now they don’t squeeze our toes!"

— Barbara D. (3/5)

Always awesome socks to have.

"Always awesome socks to have. I’ve bought these socks for many years now. The fit is amazing on these. The are very weight of them is tremendous and the height is perfect on them."

— Susan H. (5/5)

The Best!

"Hands down the best socks out there. Cool, comfortable and easy on the feet on long days hiking."

— Kendon J. (5/5)

Great work socks for all types of weather

"These are very comfortable socks with great cushioning, I spend a lot of time standing on pavement during all kinds of weather and they always seem to be just the right temperature. I like the selection of different weights and heights, makes wearing the right sock for the right easy!!!"

— Seth C. (5/5)

Everyday win

"Construction, hiking, hunting. These are my everyday sock. The cushion is perfect. My feet never get hot. Always dry. These are the sock."

— Steve W. (5/5)

Simple a perfect hiking sock.

"Simple a perfect hiking sock. Great support and fit."

— Wayne W. (5/5)

Darn tough was recommended to

"Darn tough was recommended to me so I bought two pairs. I liked them so much I bought two more pairs. Then I bought three more pairs. Up until this time I’ve only been wearing CostCo socks. Never again. Darn tough are sturdy, luxurious, and the best socks total with. I’m going to clean out my sock drawer and replace old boring weak socks with Darn Tough. I highly recommend them."

— Brian T. (5/5)

Fantastic socks

"I love these! Ordered the XL and they fit really well on my feet wearing a 13 wide. I'm a tall guy at 6'6" and these hit me about mid-calf. Just enough cushion to pad things out, and the thinner portion on top of the foot really helps keep things cool. Per the usual, Darn Tough is knocking it out of the park on quality; sturdy construction, comfortable materials, and a focus on making the socks both functional and with good appearance. Love these things!"

— Chad J. (5/5)

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