Buying premium wool socks isn’t exactly the best-kept secret. Many brands offer some version of a wool sock that promises superior comfort, a cozy and snug fit, and reliable durability. But only one ...

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When I first sauntered into my local outdoor store to purchase a pair of hiking-specific socks, I balked at the price tag. “How can something so simple as a pair of foot sleeves cost over 20 dollars?” ...

“The dog ate my homework” is just one of the excuses teachers get when their students don’t finish their assignments on time. The warranty department of Darn Tough, a Northfield, Vt.-based sock ...

John Pogue, a dairy farmer in Wisconsin, feels a little guilty when he sends in a pair of worn-out Darn Tough Vermont socks and receives a voucher for a free brand-new pair. The company’s lifetime ...

The beloved Darn Tough sock sale has been cancelled, again. This is the third year in a row the annual sock sale has been cancelled since the pandemic began, and the company is still citing the health ...

This week, as we near the end of 2025, the writers and editors of KQED Arts & Culture are reflecting on One Beautiful Thing from the year. ou’re entering your homemaker era,” my mother said earlier ...