These socks were recommended to me by a guy who worked at REI and had hiked the Pacific Crest Trail several times and had no blisters. I gave them as gifts to my nieces who were due to hike the PCT but had to cancel due to Covid. Then I purchased some for myself, then as gifts and absolutely EVERYONE says that these are the most comfortable and soft and cozy socks ever. I couldn’t agree more. My new go to favorite for everything.