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Why I’m Bringing Smartwool Into the Grand Canyon

Why I’m Bringing Smartwool Into the Grand Canyon

This fall, I’ll be attempting to travel roughly 600 miles from east to west across the length of the Grand Canyon while traveling below the rim. It’s a route made up of steep climbs, loose descents, exposed traverses,...
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Why I’m Hiking the Grand Canyon Traverse | Lyla Harrod

Why I’m Hiking the Grand Canyon Traverse | Lyla Harrod

Thru-hiker Lyla "Sugar" Harrod shares why she's attempting a 600-mile Grand Canyon Traverse, and what it means to find belonging in wild places.
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Pro Ultrarunner Coree Woltering on Training, Mindset, and Showing Up

Pro Ultrarunner Coree Woltering on Training, Mindset, and Showing Up

Pro ultrarunner Coree Woltering on his perfect run, mindset for hard days, and how he's training in Maine for Western States 100 and the Mammoth 200.
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What to Wear Winter Camping for Warm, Comfortable Overnights

What to Wear Winter Camping for Warm, Comfortable Overnights

Learn what to wear winter camping and experience how a Merino wool layering system helps regulate temperature and keep you comfortable from trail to overnight.
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2026 Sock Trends

2026 Sock Trends

Discover the top sock trends for 2026 based on insights from a recent community poll of sock buyers and enthusiasts. From crew socks and bold prints to cozy layers and...
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Smartwool’s Guide to Layering at Mammoth Mountain

Smartwool’s Guide to Layering at Mammoth Mountain

Stay warm below freezing with Smartwool’s Merino-based layering guide. Learn what to wear for hiking, running, and everyday cold weather comfort.
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Trail-Ready, Spring-Steady: Smartwool Layers for Shoulder Season Hikes

Trail-Ready, Spring-Steady: Smartwool Layers for Shoulder Season Hikes

Discover the best hiking clothes for spring. Learn how Merino wool layers and Hiking Socks keep you comfortable through changing shoulder season weather.
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Ben Poechman: Comfort in Movement

Ben Poechman: Comfort in Movement

Smartwool athlete Ben Poechman shares his go-to layers for cold days on the move, from breathable Intraknit base layers to the core-warming comfort of his favorite Smartloft vest.
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Inaccessible: Three Athletes, One Landscape, and the Public Lands That Connect Us

Inaccessible: Three Athletes, One Landscape, and the Public Lands That Connect Us

Some places don’t invite adventure. Inaccessible is a film born from that truth. Set in Montana’s Crazy Mountains, these Smartwool® snow sports athletes discover that the checkerboard landscape in the Crazies...
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A trip to the Kootenays with The Snowboarders Journal

A trip to the Kootenays with The Snowboarders Journal

Smartwool athletes head to Whitewater, BC, for deep snow, untouched lines, and a reminder of why they fell in love with snowboarding in the first place.
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Snow-Ready Base Layers Built for Motion, Not Bulk

Snow-Ready Base Layers Built for Motion, Not Bulk

Whether you're skinning up at sunrise, grinding out frosty miles, or chasing the summit through deep snow, layering right is everything. And when you're in motion, bulk is the enemy....
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From Trail to Town: Smartwool® Styles for Fall Transitions

From Trail to Town: Smartwool® Styles for Fall Transitions

As the seasons shift and crisp air moves in, getting dressed gets trickier. Morning hikes feel like early winter but by midday you are peeling off layers in the sun. That...
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Merino Midlayers That Move With You: Transition to Autumn in Comfort

Merino Midlayers That Move With You: Transition to Autumn in Comfort

As the weather begins to shift and cool mornings ease into warmer afternoons, your gear needs to do more than just keep up. Smartwool® midlayers made with Merino wool are built for those transitions,...
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Trail-Tested Tough: Why Indestructawool® Socks Outlast the Competition

Trail-Tested Tough: Why Indestructawool® Socks Outlast the Competition

Some gear is made for the moment. Some is made for the mileage. Ask any trail runner chasing vert or a thru-hiker halfway through a 2,000-mile journey: socks take a...
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How to Choose the Right Boot Socks for Work

Choisir le bon modèle de chaussettes à porter dans des bottes de travail

De longues journées. Un sol dur. Des mouvements constants. Si vous devez travailler debout, ce que vous portez aux pieds est beaucoup plus important que ce qu’on peut penser. Choisir...
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Compression Sock Types: What You Need to Know

Compression Sock Types: What You Need to Know

From chasing finish lines, logging hours on your feet, or flying across time zones, compression socks can make a real difference in how your legs and feet feel. But not all...
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Summer Socks: Why Merino Wool Helps Keep You Cool on Your Adventures

Summer Socks: Why Merino Wool Helps Keep You Cool on Your Adventures

Let’s bust a myth: wool isn’t just for winter. In fact, when it comes to helping keep your feet cool, dry feeling, and comfortable during long days on the trail...
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Circular Fashion and Sock Recycling: Smartwool Second Cut Project

Circular Fashion and Sock Recycling: Smartwool Second Cut Project

At Smartwool, we believe that how you explore the outdoors should reflect how you care for the planet. Whether you're hiking alpine trails, running city streets, or chasing daylight on...
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Gorpcore Fashion: Integrating Smartwool into Your Wardrobe

Gorpcore Fashion: Integrating Smartwool into Your Wardrobe

A few years ago, your favorite trail fleece or hiking sock probably didn’t make it into your weekday wardrobe rotation. But now? Performance gear is the look. Welcome to the world of Gorpcore, a...
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How Often Do People Wash Their Merino Wool?

How Often Do People Wash Their Merino Wool?

How Often Do People Wash Their Smartwool™ Socks? Merino’s odor resistance is doing its job. The majority of Smartwool™ fans get at least 2 wears, often more, before washing, especially...
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Merino for Every Season: How One Fabric Powers Year-Round Adventures

Merino for Every Season: How One Fabric Powers Year-Round Adventures

When most people think of wool, they imagine cold weather, heavy knits, and snow-filled days. But Merino wool rewrites that story. Soft, breathable, and naturally adaptable, Merino isn’t just for...
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Crush Spring Hikes with Comfort: The Smartwool Guide to All-Day Layers

Randonnées printanières confortables : Le guide Smartwool des vêtements superposables pour toute la journée

Les randonnées printanières ont quelque chose de magique. La neige fond, les fleurs sauvages éclosent et les sentiers du Colorado (et d'ailleurs) nous appellent. Mais soyons réalistes : la randonnée printanière...
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The Seamless Revolution: Inside Smartwool’s Virtually Seamless™ Sock Design

The Seamless Revolution: Inside Smartwool’s Virtually Seamless™ Sock Design

When you're on your feet all day, whether you're pounding out miles on the trail, hustling through your morning commute, or chasing snow-capped summits, your socks can make or break...
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The Best Wool Socks for Snow

The Best Wool Socks for Snow

When temperatures drop, your choice of socks can make or break your cold-weather comfort. Whether you're braving snowy trails, layering up for a ski day, or looking for everyday warmth,...
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Keep public lands in public hands.

Les terres publiques doivent rester publiques.

Nous croyons que les terres publiques et leur accès doivent être protégés afin que tout le monde puisse profiter des joies du grand air. Nous sommes fiers d’être associés à...
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Tips for Running in the Cold

Tips for Running in the Cold

Running in cold weather may feel daunting, but with the right preparation and mindset, it can be one of the most exhilarating and satisfying ways to stay active. The crisp...
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Liner Socks Explained

Liner Socks Explained

When planning your next outdoor adventure, the right gear can make all the difference, especially when it comes to keeping your feet comfortable. Enter liner socks—a small but mighty addition...
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Merino Wool Essentials for Runners

Merino Wool Essentials for Runners

Whether you’re training for your next marathon, hitting the trails for a quick morning run, or simply jogging around the neighborhood, your gear matters. Comfort, performance, and durability are key—and...
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Athletic Performance with Merino Wool: Activewear Tailored to Every Workout

Athletic Performance with Merino Wool: Activewear Tailored to Every Workout

Discover why Merino wool is the perfect gear for hiking year-round. Learn how merino wool hiking socks, shirts, and pants keep you comfortable in any season.
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Why Merino Wool Makes Good Cycling Clothing

Why Merino Wool Makes Good Cycling Clothing

When it comes to cycling, merino wool is an ideal fabric choice because of its ability to regulate temperature, manage moisture, and resist odor, all while offering superior comfort. Whether...
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Sock Types Explained: The Smartwool Style Guide

Sock Types Explained: The Smartwool Style Guide

Choosing the perfect socks is about more than just picking the right size. When you're investing in a pair of Smartwool socks, you want to ensure they fit your activity and...
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Merino Wool: Your Tool for Hiking In Any Season

La laine mérinos : votre atout pour randonner en toute saison

Discover why Merino wool is the perfect gear for hiking year-round. Learn how Merino wool hiking socks, shirts, and pants keep you comfortable in any season.
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Exploring Weights of Merino Wool Fabrics for Various Seasons

Exploring Weights of Merino Wool Fabrics for Various Seasons

From lightweight for summer hikes to heavyweight for winter camping, explore how to choose the right weight of Merino wool fabrics for optimal comfort and performance.
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Behind the Scenes Q&A of Making NISEI with Sierra Schlag

Behind the Scenes Q&A of Making NISEI with Sierra Schlag

Tell us about yourself: I like to call myself a skier and a storyteller. I grew up in Park City, UT and now live in Carbondale, CO outside of Aspen. I’ve...
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Outdoor-based mentorship changes young lives

Outdoor-based mentorship changes young lives

Hope Marasco (SOS Outreach Mentor )   As a young girl, I was enamored with being in and learning about nature. Despite growing up in the antithesis of an “outdoorsy”...
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Confidence in Every Women’s Size: Plus-Size Merino Wool

Confidence in Every Women’s Size: Plus-Size Merino Wool

Discover the comfort and versatility of Smartwool's plus-size Merino wool women’s clothing. Stay warm, dry, and confident with sustainable and stylish activewear.
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James Johnson - Tlingit Artist and Carver

James Johnson - Tlingit Artist and Carver

James Johnson I am Tlingit Indian from southeast Alaska, I belong to the Dakl’aweidi clan (killerwhale clan), and I am a Tlingit artist and carver.  There is no word for...
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Hiking & Backpacking Socks 101: Keeping Your Feet Happy on the Trail | Smartwool US

Chaussettes de randonnée et de grande randonnée

Looking for durable backpacking socks for a multi-day adventure or lightweight hiking socks for getting the dog out? Smartwool got you covered with comfort and performance.
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From Bike Racing to Hiking: A Native Woman's Quest for Reclamation and Renewal

From Bike Racing to Hiking: A Native Woman's Quest for Reclamation and Renewal

Alexandera Houchin   I watched from the window as the wind spun the flakes falling from the sky into cotton candy. Or at least the child within me hoped the...
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Choosing the Best Travel Socks For Your Journey

Choisir les meilleures chaussettes pour voyager

Le meilleur choix de chaussettes de voyage  Vous vous souvenez des chaussettes tube? Elles ont certes marqué l’histoire et gardent leur charme pour un déguisement rétro de joueur de tennis,...
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More Pride Outside

More Pride Outside

There’s a reason why inclusivity is one of our core values. We believe a life lived outside should be for anyone who has the desire to get out there. Our Pride...
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A Guide to Wearing Wool in the Summer

Guide pour porter de la laine en été

Summer weight Merino wool clothing is perfect for warm weather. Learn how wool keeps you cool in summer. Smartwool summer collections now available!
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A Mid-Summer Check in with Rob Krar

A Mid-Summer Check in with Rob Krar

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Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday

The best thing about finding a love for the outdoors is sharing it with others.  This year, we’re using Giving Tuesday (Nov. 28) as an opportunity to share our love...
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Mary Rand: The Base Layer Quiver Queen

Mary Rand: The Base Layer Quiver Queen

Smartwool athlete Mary shares why Intraknit base layers are her not so secret weapon for comfort, warmth, and confidence on the mountain.
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Socks Made in the USA: Embracing Quality, Sustainability, and Local Craftsmanship

Socks Made in the USA: Embracing Quality, Sustainability, and Local Craftsmanship

Nearly 25 years experience making world's best wool socks for every activity, lifestyle. From Colorado Rockies to Southern Appalachia. Socks Made in USA.
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Fishing Socks Built For Anglers | Smartwool US

Fishing Socks Built For Anglers | Smartwool US

Get fishing socks that are perfect for long days on the water. Help keep your feet comfy and dry with over-the-calf Smartwool PhD Pro Wader socks.
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Saving Merino Wool from Waste: Smartloft with Recycled Wool Insulation

Saving Merino Wool from Waste: Smartloft with Recycled Wool Insulation

Warm, versatile, and perfect for layering, Smartloft midlayers use reclaimed Merino wool to create sustainable layering designed for earning turns or hanging out at basecamp.
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Black History Month: National Brotherhood of Snowsports Fosters Inclusion on the Slopes

Black History Month: National Brotherhood of Snowsports Fosters Inclusion on the Slopes

Philip Lucas Henri Rivers was elected president of the National Brotherhood of Snowsports in March 2020 and soon after, found himself navigating parallel crises of the Coronavirus pandemic and racial...
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