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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    Well, since someone unearthed a sock thread from 2011, I want to go on record that I no longer endorse these socks. I've owned maybe a dozen pairs of these wool socks. They get holes in the toe and heel sooner than any other sock I've owned. I've even had pairs of Swiftwick socks get holes in the ankles. WTF? I've had much better durability with wool socks from Giro and Specialized for less $$.

    $20 for a 6 month sock? Fuck that. Get your shit together, Swiftwick. You're an embarrassment to my home state, the Great State of Tennessee. And that's saying a lot with Covid and The Vols and Vols fans and what passes for country music.

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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    How did Giro get so good at making wool socks? Their thin merino are excellent and their heavier wool socks are the warmest I own. So good.
    "I guess you're some weird relic of an obsolete age." - davids

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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    Quote Originally Posted by Mark Walberg View Post
    I like the Darn Tough socks, too.
    They do seem to last forever.
    Comfy, too.
    They believe they will.
    unconditional-lifetime-guarantee
    Brian McLaughlin

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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    Quote Originally Posted by Bewheels View Post
    They believe they will.
    unconditional-lifetime-guarantee
    The downside for Darn Tough socks is the ankle collar. It is made for tiny people. I am not a bulky guy (I do have giant feet for my height--matches the Ape Index + 4" arms and freakish fingers), but these compress enough that I lose circulation.

    Best Regards,

    Will

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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    I had batch of Swiftwick Pursuit merino failures (heel and toe) as well.
    Called them and was informed they were aware of the problem and had reinforced said areas and sent me two pair to try out. Also was told to use up the faulty batch (10) and then send them back. Not sure if that would be for replacement or discount or what but I'm feeling hopeful about Swiftwick again. Finger crossed hard. They feel the best to me, by far.

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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    Come for the bikes stay for the socks

    Injinji for the win

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    Please let this thread die now.
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    Default Re: The Art of Wardrobe Endorsement- Swiftwick Socks

    Quote Originally Posted by chasea View Post
    Please let this thread die now.
    You realize it is now expected of you to update recommendations from 9 years ago

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