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1991 men's light hiker quarter hiking sock in space gray with black toe/heel accents and black forefoot outline
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model rotating 360 wearing the 1991 Lightweight Quarter hiker in Space gray
1991 men's light hiker quarter hiking sock in space gray with black toe/heel accents and black forefoot outline
Side shot of model wearing the men's light hiker quarter hiking sock in space gray with a gray shoe on his left foot
Clos up shot of model wearing the men's light hiker quarter hiking sock in space gray with no shoes on
Close up shot of model laying in the grass wearing the men's light hiker quarter hiking sock in space gray
Close up shot of model walking up steps wearing the men's light hiker quarter sock in space gray
model rotating 360 wearing the 1991 Lightweight Quarter hiker in Space gray

Men's Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Socks

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All the features you expect from our Light Hiker collection, but now in 1/4 sock height. Modest enough for a Victorian aristocrat, and equally familiar with dominating vast stretches of land, these ankle-covering socks offer a smooth cuff, legendary fit, and lightweight functionality that truly endures. Cushion extending up the Achilles adds targeted comfort and enhances the durability we guarantee for life.

Height: Quarter

Weight: Lightweight

Pairs With: Hiking shoes, trail runners, hiking sandals

Style Number: 1991

  • Men's 1/4 socks average 14 cm from heel to cuff - expect them to show about 8 cm above a low hiking shoe.
  • 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.
  • Lightweight socks breathe naturally and deliver flexible, all-day comfort for summer hiking.
  • The “still” in Still Made in Vermont, USA is personal. We knit all our socks at our VT-based Mills - we can't imagine it any other way
  • Unconditionally Guaranteed for Life - if these aren’t the longest lasting socks you’ve ever owned, return them for another pair.

Style Number: 1991

Cushion

These hiking 1/4 socks feature soft terry loops underfoot and targeted protection over the ankle and Achilles - our most popular cushion style.


Quarter Sock cushion map showing cushion underfoot

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.

Materials: 44% Wool (Merino), 52% Nylon, 4% Elastane 44% Wool (Merino), 52% Nylon, 4% Elastane 44% Wool (Merino), 52% Nylon, 4% Elastane

*Fiber percentages of socks may vary slightly.

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.

Feet wearing durable hiking socks by a fire with a durability hammer symbol overlaid

Overall rating: 4.850081 / 5 from 1234 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Men's Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Socks offer a smooth cuff, legendary fit, and lightweight functionality. The socks provide excellent cushioning, comfort, and durability, making them suitable for various activities, including long hikes.

Summary topics

  • Cushioning (5%): Customers raved about the cushioning, mentioning that it was comfortable and had good ventilation.
  • Feel (7%): Customers expressed appreciation for the great feel of the socks, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Quality (7%): It was noted by customers that the socks have great quality and are made of high quality materials.
  • Sock Height (4%): It was reported by customers that the height of these socks is perfect for various activities.

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Review highlights

  • "Same Darn Tough fit and comfort and amazing warranty." — Paul P.
  • "Great socks perfect weight fit well live these" — Marc E.
  • "Excellent construction, height feels just right and comfortable all day." — James M.

Reviews

Less hair, yes indeed!

"I'm quite happy with these socks; they’re soft and provide a comfortable feel underfoot. They appear to be well-made, so I’m optimistic they’ll hold up for a good amount of time. I primarily purchased them because my previous pairs had issues with collecting hair, and these perform much better in that regard, as hair doesn't cling to them nearly as much."

— Paul L. (4/5)

Best Hiking Socks. Period. Period

"The best company and socks in the whole, wide world. Hands down. The warranty process is smooth and reliable. I highly recommend Darn Tough to all my hiking friends -- fortunately, I already see them up and down every trail I am on. Great company that you should definitely support. Kudos!"

— Brian H. (5/5)

Darn tough light hiker

"The material is pretty good, however I don’t like the fit. I’m a size 13 foot and the toe box on these socks is very tight. This causes my toes to be pinched together and there is no room to allow for natural foot movement as you walk. I think this causes your feet to fatigue faster while hiking. Overall I probably wouldn’t recommend these, maybe a different style would be better."

— Liam W. (3/5)

Defective?

"I really like these socks and was excited to get them. However, they have already gotten a very worn patch that will result in a hole, after only wearing them twice. I understand the lifetime warranty and will utilize it, but I would have thought they would have held up better. Perhaps I got a pair that was defective."

— Mike L. (3/5)

Very well fitting and comfortable

"Very well fitting and comfortable pair of socks. Good padding and as aswell great durability and breathability thanks to fabric choice. Would recommend buying multiple pairs"

— Emilio T. (4/5)

Excellent Summer Hiking Socks

"Hopefully these socks live up to the hype, only time will tell. They have a great amount of cushion, considering they are in the lightweight category. I have been using them for shorter hikes in warm summer mountain weather and they have been performing superbly."

— Steven G. (5/5)

Good but run big

"Great quality as always but these run sooo big. Holding this large against a men’s large of another style it was nearly a two inch difference. These went back"

— Emma W. (3/5)

Perfect sock to add to the collection.

"I have been wearing Darn Tough for years and love the quality and design. I am a men’s size 10 and had previously been ordering size large. This time I went with a medium and I like the fit better. If you like a tighter fit, I would size down instead of up if you are close to the size division. These are a great fit with good cushion, great for hiking or everyday wear."

— Devan M. (5/5)

Worth every dollar!

"I've been trying different shoes and insoles to mitigate hotspots and foot pain, but the Darn Tough socks seem to have solved most of these issues across all type of footwear. I wear a size 8 and ordered the Medium. they were a tad big straight out of the box but a ran a medium heat cycle to shrink them slightly and it fits like a glove now."

— Michael R. (5/5)

The best socks

"These socks are the best I have ever had. I’m 68 so I’ve tried many socks in my lifetime I first tried a pair a couple years ago and I was instantly hooked. Not I have 11 pairs of 1/4 and micro crews. Lightweight cushioned for the 1/4 and middle weight cushioned on the micro’s. They wear like iron. They don’t stink even after a few days. Plus a great warranty. Sure they are a bit pricey but you can’t skimp on quality."

— Thomas P. (5/5)

Q&A

Approximately how much do your medium size "Men's Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Socks" weigh? The pair I have (I think they're regular men's hiking socks) weigh around 3.2 ounces. Trying to reduce my pack weight. Thanks!
The Men's Light Hiker Quarter Lightweight Hiking Socks weigh 2.1 oz
Are these "asymmetrical fit socks. ” as in, labeled Lt and Rt somehow??
Hi Stacey! All of our socks are identical, so you won't find any left or rights around here.
What is the weight? What are the lightest socks you have?
Hi Sam, The lightest socks we have are our Ultralightweight socks in our run category. The link is below. https://darntough.com/collections/mens-running-socks If you have any more questions, we are happy to help! You can reach us by email at support@darntough.com or in Vermont by calling 877-327-6883. Darn Tough Customer Service
I need style 1991
Good news! At this time, all sizes are available in this style and colorway.