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L.L.Bean Cresta Wool Midweight Crew Hiking Socks, Merino Wool Blend

Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Cresta Wool Midweight Crew Hiking Socks, Merino Wool Blend

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Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
1593 Ratings

What customers say:

The Midweight Hiking Socks are generally well-received, with many customers praising their warmth, comfort, and durability. Reviewers find the socks suitable for hiking, everyday wear, and cold weather. The socks are described as soft, cushioned, and well-fitting for most wearers. However, some customers have experienced issues with sizing, reporting the socks run large or have a tight elastic band causing discomfort. A few also noted a decline in quality compared to previous versions. Overall, the majority of customers are satisfied with the socks and recommend them as a quality, versatile option.

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Verified Purchase
August 8, 2026
Good quality
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: A little large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The socks are a very comfortable weight. They also retain their qualities after washing. Looking forward to many years together.
NormaJean
Tremont, PA

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Verified Purchase
August 7, 2026
Great products!
Fit: A little small
As always the products I bought from LLBean are of top notch quality, just one didn’t fit properly. I returned that item which was very easy to do. LLBean is always great to buy
Moja

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July 31, 2026
Another great product from Bean.
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I ordered 2 pairs, on of the socks had a hole in the seam at the toe. Called customer service, spoke to an American, David. He immediately sent a replacement pair, no hassle. Ov
Sock Loving Guy
White Lake, Michigan

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July 8, 2026
Fabric Content Mismatch
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Fabric content on the product does not match the online description. Online reads 80/19/1 wool to nylon to Lycra. Packaging reads 78.5/21/1. The math does not quite add up, but it
SeyPat
NY

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Verified Purchase
May 27, 2026
Great socks
Fit - Width: Slightly wide
Bought 2 pairs 10 years ago, recently bought 3 more, hope they last as long as the first pairs

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May 12, 2026
Great Sock
Size Purchased: 8 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Travel
Finally a wool sock that is not bulky, itchy, is warm and not too tight around the arch. The elastic arches many socks are so tight that it cuts off the circulation in my feet. T
Luv to wander
Emerald Isle NC

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April 24, 2026
Wish there was xxl
Size Purchased: 15
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Very good socks and are colorful. Wish they had xxl size.
Malo
Colorado

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Verified Purchase
April 22, 2026
Size Purchased: 10 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
both shoes are socks are excellent .The store was quiet and the help was great
pete

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Verified Purchase
April 3, 2026
Wool socks
Size Purchased: 11
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Hunting, Casual or Every Day, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Camping, Hiking
Comfortable and warm socks. These were my go-to socks for Adirondack hiking in winter. I have several pairs. Worn with a liner sock and insulated boot, my feet were warm in any wea
TommyG
CT

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Verified Purchase
March 23, 2026
Here they are...buy these wool socks!
Fit - Width: True to size
I've worn these several times now and they are by far the best wool socks I've found in over twenty years. They are very nicely warm, don't scratch at all, and you can fit them int
sb89

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Verified Purchase
March 23, 2026
Super outdoors sox.
Fit - Width: True to size
I have been wearing these socks for several months while day hiking. I also used them during a winter trip to Yellowstone National Park. they are comfortable all day. can be wash
Raf66

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March 21, 2026
TOO BIG for women's normal medium
Size Purchased: 7 1/2
Fit - Width: Slightly wide
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Pretty sock but was too big. I thought it was just mismatched packaging, so exchanged for another medium, still toooo big. I double-checked the online details and it still says if
spig42
Hill Country, Texas

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Verified Purchase
March 20, 2026
Sizing
Fit - Width: True to size
The sizing chart that includes men and women puts me at a M(medium) for my normal size 7. I find them to be too long even after washing them. I would like to see separate sizing

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Verified Purchase
March 3, 2026
Great socks!
Size Purchased: 9 1/2
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
While it took nearly 2 months to get these due to back order (I was aware they were back ordered) they were worth the wait. These are my husband’s favorite socks. Noting else com

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Verified Purchase
February 27, 2026
Best warm socks ever
Fit - Width: True to size
I work outside in the cold ! These keep my feet nice and warm! I have 6 pairs. I love these! I could not do my job without them.

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Verified Purchase
February 27, 2026
Cresta wool socks midweight
Fit - Width: True to size
These socks are really warm! Been getting them for years.
DOROTHY

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Verified Purchase
February 26, 2026
Nice winter socks
Fit - Width: True to size
Socks are warm easy to wash comfortable soft and wick
DaveFmME

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Verified Purchase
February 20, 2026
Good winter socks
Fit - Width: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Yoga, Hiking
These are great socks, very warm and comfy. These are my third pair.
DZ La Grange Park IL
Chicago, IL

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Verified Purchase
February 6, 2026
Long life, so comfy and warm!
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Camping, Hiking
My all time favorite fall winter spring sock! First pair about 3 years old, still going strong!... and I do not always take good care of my feet. Just got a second new pair, diffe
Jack in Norway
Norway and NC

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Verified Purchase
January 22, 2026
Cresta Wool
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Very pleased with the comfort, warmth, and durability of this sock. Great elasticity to keep them up in place, super soft feeling, so cozy..
Chelese
Pembroke, MA

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