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Curry and SonsTrading Company · Est. 1995
REI Co-op Mountain Merino Wool Lightweight Crew Socks

Light merino crew socks for warm-weather hiking. Hunter carried this on his 2026 Philmont Cavalcade trek.

Hunter's take

Fantastic: lightweight and comfortable. Don't get cheap on your socks or boots. They decide whether you have a great trip or a miserable one.

Specs

  • Mostly merino wool with nylon
  • Light cushioning, crew height

Who it's for

Philmont Cavalcade crews and anyone packing light for a horseback or backpacking trek.

Sources

Last checked 2026-10-20. Specs from the maker; review notes summarized in our own words.