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1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in troutriver green with red, yellow green striping around calf and trout design
on model image of man in staggered stance barefoot wearing 1980 trout river boot midweight with cushion sock
close up of models feet on rocks wearing 1980 boot midweight with cushion trout river socks
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in color mooseblack with red and black striping around calf and black moose design
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in color eclipse with orange and blue striping around calf and black elk design
model walking in circle wearing the 1980 Van Grizzle boot sock
close up of model with feet on a rock wearing the 1980 Eclipse
Model sitting on rock step taking off shoes wearing the 1980 Eclipse
Models stand near the water wearing the 1980 Eclipse
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in color charcoal with green/blue/red striping around calf and black bear design
Man walking on a mossy trail in a forest, wearing hiking boots and VanGrizzle Boot Midweight Hiking Sock in Charcoal
man hiking with foliage in background wearing hiking boots with 1980 boot midweight with cushion trout river sock
model wearing hiking boot on back foot and 1980 trout river boot midweight with cushion sock side profile
man standing on rocks pointing out to ocean wearing 1980 boot midweight with cushion moose black sock
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in troutriver green with red, yellow green striping around calf and trout design
on model image of man in staggered stance barefoot wearing 1980 trout river boot midweight with cushion sock
close up of models feet on rocks wearing 1980 boot midweight with cushion trout river socks
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in color mooseblack with red and black striping around calf and black moose design
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in color eclipse with orange and blue striping around calf and black elk design
model walking in circle wearing the 1980 Van Grizzle boot sock
close up of model with feet on a rock wearing the 1980 Eclipse
Model sitting on rock step taking off shoes wearing the 1980 Eclipse
Models stand near the water wearing the 1980 Eclipse
1980 men's vangrizzle boot hiking sock in color charcoal with green/blue/red striping around calf and black bear design
Man walking on a mossy trail in a forest, wearing hiking boots and VanGrizzle Boot Midweight Hiking Sock in Charcoal
man hiking with foliage in background wearing hiking boots with 1980 boot midweight with cushion trout river sock
model wearing hiking boot on back foot and 1980 trout river boot midweight with cushion sock side profile
man standing on rocks pointing out to ocean wearing 1980 boot midweight with cushion moose black sock

Men's Vangrizzle Boot Midweight Hiking Socks

$28.00
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Named after a 70’s punk band that travelled and performed at lean-tos along the Appalachian Trail, the Van Grizzle is seasoned for sure. Actually, we just made that up… but what’s pure fact is that these knits are grizzly by nature. Tough, too. Moose, bears, even trout—the van grizzles on.

Height: Boot
Weight: Midweight
Pair with: Hiking boots, backpacking boots, walking boots
Style Number: 1980
  • 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.
  • Our all-season weight, midweight socks thermoregulate to wrap feet in steady comfort when temperatures change.
  • Reinforced Achilles cushion improves the comfort of our socks and helps them last longer.
  • 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 socks have soft terry loops underfoot for rebound and targeted cushioning in the leg to protect against boot lace pressure. Boot Sock cushion map showing cushion underfoot and in the leg

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: 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 61% Merino Wool, 37% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 58% Merino Wool, 40% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 58% Merino Wool, 40% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex 58% Merino Wool, 40% Nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex
*Fiber percentages of socks may vary slightly.
Feet wearing durable hiking socks by a fire with a durability hammer symbol overlaid

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: 4.9240384 / 5 from 1040 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Men's Vangrizzle Boot Midweight Hiking Socks are praised for their warmth, comfort, and excellent design. Customers appreciate the snug fit, great cushioning, and perfect weight, making them ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.

Summary topics

  • Design Appeal (3%): Customers appreciated the cute and adorable design of the bear, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Foot Warmth and Comfort (4%): Customers loved the socks for their warmth, comfort, and ability to keep feet warm and dry.
  • Product Appearance (6%): It was highlighted by customers that the look of the product is great and it fits well.
  • Sock Comfort (4%): It was observed by customers that the comfort of these socks is excellent and worth the price.
  • Overall Design (9%): Customers raved about the design, with multiple reviews expressing love for the buffalo and Eagle designs.

Review topics: [size, fit, length, support, weight, colors, material, issues, design, quality, look, addition, feel, comfort, style, legs, pattern, customer service, thickness, service, padding, height, warmth, socks, weather, durability, value, feet, difference, band].

Review highlights

  • "Just right weight, great comfort, outstanding colors and fabulous animal designs." — Lucy Y.
  • "The fit and feel are great and the cushion is just right." — George D.
  • "Great look, great feel, great fit." — Matthew S.

Reviews

Size L Wide 11 1/2 Midweight Hikers Perfect for Mechanic.

"As with every new pair of Darn Tough socks, these brighten my morning every time I put them on. It's hard to find products that simply work the way they're supposed to, but Darn Tough does. And when they finally wear out, send them in and you'll have a new pair in just a couple of weeks. I received this pair as a replacement through Darn Tough's lifetime guarantee. The Large fits my wider-than-average size 11½ feet perfectly. I chose the Moose, Bear, and Fish design. The stitching is excellent, the construction holds its shape/long lasting over time, and they're exceptionally comfortable on my feet and legs."

— Nathan N. (5/5)

Top notch!

"I am completely blown away by the quality of this item. The amount of comfort and support it provides for daily wear is unmatched. You can immediately see the premium craftsmanship in the stitching, which is completely seamless and shows zero signs of fraying. Plus, the colorway looks even better in person than it does online. I will definitely be ordering more!"

— ARAMIS A. (5/5)

First Father’s Day

"Got these for my husband’s first Father’s Day! He loved them! He’s a big fan of your brand and wears them out - we got these from a lifetime warranty trade in. 100% recommend this brand! He really likes this weight and height of this sock for work as an arborist. Love the buck/elk/deer design 🦌🦌 Thank you!!"

— Virginia M. (5/5)

Comfortable all day socks. So

"Comfortable all day socks. So glad I found out about you guys not all socks are created equal there is a difference will always be a darn tough wear of socks"

— HANK B. (5/5)

Just about perfect

"Love these. Got them on right now, and they're perfect. Great design, feel great alone and in boots. I don't think these could be improved."

— Mike S. (5/5)

Aside from the great custom

"Aside from the great custom patterns, I love wearing these socks on both long hikes and for general comfort around the house. They keep me warm, and I’ve never felt too warm despite these socks being heavier on the cushion."

— Zach S. (5/5)

Eye catching Performance

"Awesome color combo and animal graphic! Functional protection of lower legs when hiking in shorts. Really good anti-funk properties, can wear days before any odor."

— Mark B. (5/5)

Great so by a great

"Great so by a great local company. Nice warmth and nice pattern. The mid-weight is a nice thickness for lots of weather."

— Brandt K. (5/5)

Cute design

"I got these for a friend. Wish they’d carry this design for us girls, too. Alas, I have two pairs of our cartoon bears."

— Misty W. (5/5)

This might be my hubby's

"This might be my hubby's favorite pair of socks! He loves the pattern, the colors, and the fit. Add to cart!"

— SOIREE-LEONE S. (5/5)

Q&A

Difference between lightweight, middweight heavy weight socks. Also difference between everyday socks, hiker socks, hunting socks?
Here is a blogpost explaining our different types of socks! https://darntough.com/blogs/the-alternate-stitch/types-of-socks?tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=17729860250&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA74G9BhAEEiwA8kNfpdxq5GsLJ_fP5fMdCFcJ9EvVH43NiwYnmSZNRXDfuRcwAvxlFBPfvRoChvkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
ARe these 100% merino wool or are they a blend? Thanks.
The VanGrizzle is a blend of 61% Merino Wool 37% Nylon 2% Lycra Spandex.