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HOSIERY outdoorinsightmag.com 28 • Outdoor Insight • June 2019 Heat Holders' Merino Wool socks, $30, are warm, cozy, thick and heat-retaining. The socks combine the heat retaining and wicking properties of natural wool with modern fibers and innovative knitting technology. CEP Compression's Commuter Sock includes breathable cotton and lightweight material that makes it easier to put on and take off than other graduated compression products. Zensah's Topography Mini-Crew socks are anti-blister, with a seamless toe. They feature graduated compression for reduced fatigue and faster recovery and have moisture wicking and anti-odor proprietary fabric with silver ions. The Mesa Crew, $20, is a standout style from Run Strong, the new trail running sock brand from the team at Fox River. The Mesa Micro- Cushioned Crew features Alpaca as well as 37.5 thermo regulating technology. Farm To Feet's Joshua Tree sock, $21, is part of the brand's Outdoor Community collection. The Joshua Tree National Park is known for its trees that cast shadows on the desert landscape and the sock design replicates this scene in its design. LP Support's Trail Running Compression socks have a Beehive Ventilation Structure for breathability and wicking. The socks feature both targeted compression and graduated compression. Smartwool's PhD Pro Endurance Print Crew, $25.95, is the latest innovation in Smartwool's PhD line of outdoor socks. The PhD Pro Endurance ultrarunning sock for women is designed specifically for long-distance running. OS1st's FS4 Plantar Fasciitis socks are seamless and moisture wicking and are designed to create a blister free, perfect fit. Compression Zone technology works to treat and prevent plantar fasciitis. Darn Tough Vermont's Element Crew Lightweight with Cushion, $21, has a classic look, combined with tech, cushion and arch support. It is part of Darn Tough's new athletic category, launching for Spring 2020.