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The Injinji Women's Liner + Hiker Crew Socks are a two-layer sock system designed to be one of the most comfortable and blister-free socks on the market. The inner layer is made of a soft, breathable fabric that wicks away moisture, while the outer layer is a more durable material that provides support and comfort.
Injinji says:
The Women's Liner + Hiker is a perfect sock set for every hiking adventure - from a quick day hike to a multi-day backpacking adventure. The Liner is an ultra-thin baselayer designed to wick away sweat from your foot - keeping it dry and comfortable. Since the toes are separated, skin on skin friction is eliminated, helping to prevent blisters. The Hiker is worn over the Liner for increased cushion and protection. The Hiker mirrors the shape of your toes, providing more room and reducing bunching.
Our Verdict
The Injinji Womens Liner + Hiker Crew Socks are a layered sock system designed to be one the most comfortable and blister-free socks on the market. Essentially, these two socks work together in harmony; The liner sock works like a base layer. Its primary job is to wick moisture away from the feet. In comparison, the outer layer is for protection and comfort.
If you are familiar with Injinji as a brand, you will know they are famous for their “toe-socks”; each toe has its own little “sleeve”, similar to how each finger has its own “sleeve” in a glove. This can be a bit like marmite; some people love them, and the thought puts others off. The idea is they stop toes rubbing against one another, which can cause blisters and hotspots.
The outer protective socks do not utilise the “toe-socks”; however, the liner sock does.
The main reason to use a liner sock such as this is for blister prevention. If you suffer badly from blisters, socks like these can help to prevent them. Blisters are caused by moisture and friction; the liner sock wicks away moisture from the feet, and the protective outer sock transfers the friction from the shoe or boot to the liner sock; these two layers glide over one another, alleviating irritation.
- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Blister Prevention: With each toe protected, skin-on-skin friction is completely eliminated protecting your foot from blisters & just as important, hotspots.
- Moisture Management: Each toe is wrapped in sweat-wicking material so your foot will be drier and therfore more comfortable than in traditional socks.
- Total Foot Utilization: When your toes are separated, properly aligned, and splayed it distributes your weight evenly which allows your entire foot to be engaged in any athletic activity.
- Protective Cushion: Extra cushioning on the footbed to increase foot comfort.
- Women's Specific: Designed specifically to accommodate a female foot.
- Padded Toes: Extra cushion throughout the toes with midweight terry throughout the toes.
Specifications
- XS/S pair weighs: 112g
- M/L pair weighs: 118g
- XS/S sizing: UK 3-6.5 / EU 35-40
- M/L sizing: UK 7-10+ / EU 40.5-44.5+
Material & Construction
- Liner Fiber content: 75% CoolMax EcoMade®, 21% Nylon, 4% Lycra®
- Hiker Fiber content: 43% Wool, 43% Acrylic, 12% Nylon, 2% Lycra®
