which sock is heavier; the mid weight or original weight? i want to know which one will be warmer
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The mid weight is heavier. The progression is light-original-mid. I usually only wear mine while running or working out - usually with vibram 5 fingers shoes. Warmth is not the reason I wear Injinji socks, so I can't give you good feedback regarding their warmth + I live in the South, so their utility in keeping your feet warm is not something I have tested. They might be very useful as liner socks in heavier socks for warmth. As with the comparison of gloves and mittens, mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves, since they keep the digits together. This might also be true, but to a lesser degree for the Injinji socks. They do have more information on their website. http://www.injinji.com/ The mid weight is heavier. The progression is light-original-mid. I usually only wear mine while running or working out - usually with vibram 5 fingers shoes. Warmth is not the reason I wear Injinji socks, so I can't give you good feedback regarding their warmth + I live in the South, so their utility in keeping your feet warm is not something I have tested. They might be very useful as liner socks in heavier socks for warmth. As with the comparison of gloves and mittens, mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves, since they keep the digits together. This might also be true, but to a... » Read More The mid weight is heavier. The progression is light-original-mid. I usually only wear mine while running or working out - usually with vibram 5 fingers shoes. Warmth is not the reason I wear Injinji socks, so I can't give you good feedback regarding their warmth + I live in the South, so their utility in keeping your feet warm is not something I have tested. They might be very useful as liner socks in heavier socks for warmth. As with the comparison of gloves and mittens, mittens keep your hands warmer than gloves, since they keep the digits together. This might also be true, but to a lesser degree for the Injinji socks. They do have more information on their website. http://www.injinji.com/ « Show Less
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I don't know. I do know the "trail" version is definitely thicker/heavier than the "run" version. I don't know if warmth is noticeable, since it's ankle-length, but the thickness is different
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These socks are mid calf and are warm. My husband used them when he broke his leg and found them to be quite comfortable.
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I have the lightweight comforter. For a really warm comforter you may want the regular weight version, or add another blanket on top of this one. That's what we do if it's really cold but the comforter still works in warmer weather too. Excellent quality, you'll like it :-)
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I'm not sure, but my husband and I both swear by these socks. They are thick and soft, not scratchy, and incredibly warm. Also, they don't shrink or get little wool fuzzy balls on them when they're washed.
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Its ok for judo practice, but it is lighter weight, if i was still competing then I would go for the double weave, its made in Pakistan, I had ordered a size 4 and after washing in cold water it still shrunk to much in the sleeves for me, so I had to re order in size 5, size 5 pants to long, but the size 4 pants fit ok, and im 5'8" 200lbs.
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I personally don't see much of a difference, one may be a shade darker then the other. I had purchased the gold socks.
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The material has been brushed which makes the interior of the sock feel plush, rather than wool. I didn't have the same experience as others did. I drank the koolaid but My feet never got hot, Or warm from wearing these socks. I'm a professional hunting guide. Invest in some 800-1200 gram thinsulate boots. Good luck
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Actually...I don't agree. Wool has a special quality--it is breathable. If you are going to Norway in winter and your guide advised you to gear up with all wool clothing, I would take heed. I highly recommend that you do so. I have spent winters working in Antarctica and the program issues wool socks to employees because wool cannot be beat for performance in cold/wet conditions. Not only does wool breathe, if it gets wet it continues to keep you warm. So, if you sweat you won't get cold. With any other fabric that is not the case. Nothing can replace a good pair of wool socks. And Darn Tough socks are top-of-the-line wool socks. I highly recommend you get a pair (or five!) before you go to Norway for the winter. You won't regret it. (p.s. i am in no way affiliated with DT socks, i'm just a sock aficionado who knows how hard it is to find good socks).
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I would not go with the extra large.... I would go with medium, in the size large I got for a gift they also got the traditional socks to go with, so that took some room as well. Not an expert, just opinion... good luck! :)
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I'd go with the next size up. I wear heavy socks in winter and my size 10's just (no wiggle room) fit. If you plan on wearing heavy socks, upsizing is my choice.
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Depends on boots, if good boots and enough room a thinner inner pair covered by hiking socks will keep your feet warmer
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I live in Maine and we wear wool 6+ months a year. I wanted to love these, but they fit oddly and start to show wear and tear within 10 wearings which is unacceptable at this price. I've found that upgrading to Minus33 midweight leggings (as combo underwear and leg warmth) is the best Winter solution when temps are below freezing. The midweight leggings wear much better and are super comfortable. In Summer I rely on my trusty Hanes.
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I have purchased both the dress sock and the regular compression sock. The dress sock is more of a traditional knitted type sock. I didn't feel the dress sock felt like as firm of a compression as the regular sock.
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Hi Janet, I purchased these for my grandma; she said they are the warmest socks she's ever worn. FYI they're really, really thick so might not fit when you wear normal shoes. Might be best for home with slippers etc.
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With socks, I would always go smaller. Socks too big can cause very uncomfortable gathering under the foot. Injinji socks are very well made and with the smaller size should fit perfectly.
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Certainly thicker than normal socks. Maybe half again to twice the thickness of normal heavy cotton socks. A bit thicker than Thorlo cotton socks.
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i wear the merino wool, ones year around and i love them . i personally don't like the lighter ones, but my daughter loves them , i do not think the lighter ones has enough padding . i would try both and decide from there. the socks last forever.