Can These CHEAPER Merino Wool Socks Beat DARN TOUGH?

Can cheaper merino wool socks really compete with the legendary Darn Tough? In this video, I put a variety of affordable merino wool socks to the ultimate test to see how they stack up in warmth, durability, dry time, and comfort. From Costco to Smartwool, Cloudline to Farm to Feet, and more, we compare each pair side by side. Whether you're hiking, hunting, camping, or just trying to keep your feet warm and dry, merino wool is a top choice—but are you overpaying for premium brands? Watch as we reveal surprising results and help you decide which socks are worth your money.

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🚨 MERINO WOOL SOCKS IN THIS VIDEO 🧦
⚡️ Darn Tough - https://alnk.to/btoQK3t
⚡️ Costco Kirkland Signature - in-store only, but someone’s reselling them on Amazon 👉 https://amzn.to/42pKMLp
⚡️ Smartwool - https://amzn.to/3E5vEZT
⚡️ Minus 33 - https://alnk.to/28SGKSm or https://amzn.to/4axPFEA
⚡️ Fox River - https://amzn.to/4jtXrmU
⚡️ Farm to Feet Boulder - https://alnk.to/gp24eeQ
⚡️ Farm to Feet Full Cushion - https://alnk.to/4MC3uqr
⚡️ Cloudline - https://amzn.to/4hqL6xX
⚡️ Omni-Wool - https://amzn.to/4g9jtZc
⚡️ Wigwam - https://amzn.to/3PLsmNE
⚡️ REI - see Youtube link above
⚡️ Time May Tell - https://amzn.to/3PKMyPQ
⚡️ Alvada - https://amzn.to/40OjtbB
⚡️ GoWith - https://amzn.to/4junxG9

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00:00 Merino Wool Sock Comparison
01:19 Warmth Test
05:32 Dry Time Test
07:32 Comfort and Fit
09:07 Wash Test
11:43 Stretch Test
13:06 Abrasion Test
15:12 Results

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