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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.
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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: 4.8114753 / 5 from 1220 reviews.

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Reviews

Best Darn socks out there.

"I have several pairs of these socks and usually they are the first ones I grab out of my sock drawer. They fit like they are custom made. Worth the extra cost for sure, especially with the fact that they have a guarantee. I have had only one pair over the years get a hole in the heal. And yes, they replaced them just as they promised."

— Rodney L. (5/5)

Nice socks fit well and

"Nice socks fit well and like the colors. Only problem I have was the 2 pair of white socks same style is they turned pale yellow after washing so I was disappointed and confused. 2 pairs washed a week apart by themselves and both turned yellow. So now I have 2 pairs of white socks that are now four different shades of a light yellow. Yes i have a wool setting on my front loader."

— Jason R. (3/5)

Nice jock and good cushion

"Nice jock and good cushion feel under feet. I thought they would be sit above ankle so a little short but I like them. The only problem I have is with the same sock but in white. I washed white ones by themselves and they came out a pale yellow. I thought it was my fault of leaving something in wash but after checking there was nothing. I washed the 2nd pair of white socks. The 2nd pair came out a pale yellow as well. I'm a little disappointed and confused why they would turn color. Two separate washes by themselves, not even they same week! Other then that they are nice socks."

— Jason R. (4/5)

Seems fine

"The fit is a bit tight. But it may loosen as I break them in. I maybe an ignorant wretch, but I'm not 100% confident in these being wool. They feel more like spandex with fluff on the sole. I've no experience in their warranty, but if it's true, then 20$ a pair for a 5-10 pair of "forever" socks seems to be a bargain, considering I have to replace Bombas and Nike socks every 12 months. If they break in well, I'll be buying more of them."

— Walter R. (4/5)

Best socks ever!

"Darn tough socks last for years! I've been switching over as I wear out other pairs, and now have my sock stash fully converted with running and hiking socks. So comfortable, they look great, and they last!"

— Andris S. (5/5)

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)

My favorite trail running socks!

"I have 6 pairs of these (among lots of other Darn Tough socks). They’re my go-to for trail running and cycling in the summer. They keep my feet cool, wick moisture, and help me avoid blisters. They’re the one piece of my kit I never have to worry about, and the guarantee means I get a new pair if they ever wear out."

— James F. (5/5)

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)

Great biking sock

"Another one of the few fun colorways for men. Love this sock for biking! Too hot for running, IMHO, unless it's cold out. I'd get the ultra-lightweight without cushion for running, but I'm always too hot."

— Wm E. (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!