DexShell Waterproof & Breathable Hiking/Trekking Socks

We bought one pair each of the standard socks and the fully insulated socks for each of us. The recommended sizing was correct. The socks are comfortable for all-day wear. The fully insulated pair is more comfortable because it has the curly wool insulation throughout rather than just under and up the sides of the foot. The standard pair is noticeably thinner than than the fully insulated pair, but both fit inside our shoes OK. (if you wear thin socks and tight-fitting shoes then you might have a problem.) They don't feel like normal socks on the outside, but they aren't neoprene so they don't feel like a wetsuit. We bought these socks because we knew we'd be walking occasionally through cold water in our running shoes during this vacation, but there was no justification for buying waterproof hiking boots. We found that the socks were 100% waterproof as claimed. At the end of the day our feet were dry and comfortable. We will probably use these socks in moderate winter conditions as well, to avoid needing to wear bulky boots. They do take considerable time to air dry, because you have to dry one side, then turn them inside out and dry the other side. Plan on 2 - 3 days to air-dry. You have to wash both sides separately as well, so probably you'll wear them several times between washings. We're very satisfied so far, but it's too soon to comment on durability.

These awesome socks saved my feet during a 2-week backpacking trip in Scotland! The country is wet, wet, wet and I initially walked with a fast-draining, non-waterproof shoe and a rotation of wool socks. I changed socks as often as I could dry a pair by hanging them off the back of my pack. However, my feet eventually rebelled with blisters and demanded a moisture-free environment so I dug the Dexshell waterproofs out of my pack and donned them. Oh, what happy feet I had from then on. I slogged through bogs and walked through shallow streams and the socks were absolutely watertight. Soft and comfortable inside, too. High temps were generally in the 50s during the trip and my feet never felt hot. Can't recommend these enough. I'll probably buy a 2nd pair to have a back-up.

These socks are amazing. They are slighly thicker than regular cotton socks, so if your shoes are already tight you are going to want to go with Dexshell's biking sock, or similar. If your shoes fit just right, then these are going to squeeze your foot a bit. A noticeable squeeze, but not an uncomfortable one. Mind you, I haven't worn anything but sweatpants for like, 30 years. So my threshold for discomfort is nil. These are definitely not as thick as a typical winter wool sock, but they are just as warm. Don't be fooled by them being just as warm though, they are also very breathable so you're feet don't sweat and feel gross, like they do in wool socks, if the outside temperature isn't just right. By just right I mean your skin is chapped and bleeding, am I right or am I right? Screw wool socks.My only issue with these is that I now want to replace all my cotton/wool socks, and that is going to cost me a fortune. Since I purchased a couple pairs of these and a few pair of Dexshell's biking socks I look at my cotton socks and squirm. Damn you Dexshell!

I had a pair of what I'll call first gen waterproof socks (another brand, not Dexshell) from about 10 years ago. They worked well to keep water from entering the sock but the waterproof membrane didn't breath well, were stiff and crunched when you walked. I was hesitant to try water proof socks again but I had the need for them recently and decided to give these a try based on the reviews. The Dexshell socks felt really close to normal socks and kept all moisture out of the sock when I hiked in slushy snow with non-waterproof hiking shoes. As expected these socks didn't breath as well as a pair of merino wool socks but did breath significantly better than my first gen waterproof socks. I don't recommend these socks for warm to hot climates but for cool to cold climates they'll work very well.Cons- Toe area feels a little bulky- Hand wash only- Water can still seep in at the top (no rubber seal like my first gen sock)- Not as breathable as regular socksPros+ Fit is very close to a normal sock+ Internal seams either don't exist or are very well suppressed+ Didn't leak anywhere and kept my feet dry+ Interior of the sock is very soft. No perceived stiffnessThese socks are great for situations where waterproof shoes aren't a good solution (Think long, mostly dry hikes with an occasional water crossing) or for medium to short hikes in wet weather. Over longer distances your feet will get sweaty faster because of the reduced breathing.

These are thick and heavy, but work great in the kayak with sandles or on my bike in the cold and rain. The top bank is kind of tight on my calf.

I have hunted with these over the last couple years while wearing light uninsulated hiking boots, hiking in deep snow in -10° and never had any issue with feet being cold. Completely waterproof and even if snow gets in the top it is warmed quickly. More breathability than neoprene to keep feet from getting swampy

I bought these for an October elk hunting in Co. My buddy said the snow was melting and going down his boots. I told him to try these, since I was done hunting. He raved about them and bought a pair on amazon before we made it home. I have personally never worn them, but we were spike camping and hunting on foot all day.

They're ok SO FARThese fit as expected. Other than that I can't respond. My trip was cancelled due to extreme weather conditions. So I'll have to get back to you later with info on actual performance.