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Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Cresta Wool Lightweight Quarter-Crew Hiking Socks, Merino Blend
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What customers say:
The wool socks are described as high-quality, warm, and comfortable, especially for outdoor activities. However, some customers have experienced issues with the sizing, noting that the socks can run large or small. A few reviewers also mentioned that the socks may start to pill or unravel after repeated use.
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September 13, 2026
Excellent hiking socks
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Excellent hiking socks; comfortable and good fit. Good value. I am going to buy a couple more pairs.
Washington DC
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September 11, 2026
Ordered another pair
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Running or Fitness
Great weight socks for year round wear! There were exactly what I was looking for!! In Fact, I ordered another pair!
VA
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September 7, 2026
When they say "Light weight" socks THEY ARE
Size Purchased: Large
Just purchased these for my husband as a Mid-season warm sock, after 1 washing they are flimsy, and loose with no thickness at all. They definitely would not be any kind of a hikin
Response from L.L.Bean
September 10, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Hi Susan, thank you for the review. We're very sorry about the socks, they typically hold up much longer than that. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you shortly.
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August 27, 2026
Socks are a good deal
Size Purchased: Large
I bought these on clearance. Thank you LL Bean for giving good prices on useful items. They are clearly high quality.
NY
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July 26, 2026
Seem to dry quickly
Bought this for a trip where I'll be washing socks. So far these are quick, overnight dry.
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July 15, 2026
Way too big
Size Purchased: Medium
I wear a Woman's size 7 shoe so I ordered the Medium per the size chart. When I put them on, with my toes at the toe of the sock, the heel is somewhere around my ankle :-) Way too
Flourtown
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July 15, 2026
Luxurious!
I just purchased these socks and they are so very soft and comfy. They fit perfectly and the color is so pretty, Light Mahogany.
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July 12, 2026
Just above ankle and thick sole. Good even in high temps.
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July 6, 2026
Favorites
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
These are some of my favorite socks. I wear them to bed in addition to reaching for them often on a regular day. They keep my feet warm, or cool as needed without overheating me.
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May 15, 2026
Soft and cozy
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
What I love about these socks is the feel. They are soft and nice and cozy. My only wish is that they were not so tight on the ankle. I have always bought the thicker version of
Chicago, IL
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May 12, 2026
the best hiking sock
Size Purchased: 11 1/2
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Great everyday and hiking socks .. super comfortable. my usual size is Lg but I go extra Lg with these. The wool content factor makes it a better purchase than other brands . Lon
San Juan PR
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May 10, 2026
Heel holes- wore out to quickly
Size Purchased: 9 1/2
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
I purchased November 2025. By March 01, both sock heels had holes! Everywhere else is okay. Disappointed they did not last.
Response from L.L.Bean
May 13, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We're sorry that you're disappointed in how long these lasted. A customer service representative will reach out to you.
Maryland
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April 10, 2026
Comfortable socks
Really like these socks. They are a little big, ( I wear 7.5 to 8) but a wash and dry helped.
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April 3, 2026
Hiking comfortable
Very comfortable and durable. Wicks moisture from your foot and weave supports your foot
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March 12, 2026
Great Socks
My feet have never been warmer! Would highly recommend
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February 25, 2026
Poor quality
Size Purchased: 9 1/2
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought these back in Dec 2025-actually bought 4 different pairs/all different colors. Already returned 2 pair due to the heels breaking down/holes in the them. Now this pair-and
ME
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February 22, 2026
Fine but....
Too tight. Too short. Oh well, kept the tall socks!
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February 18, 2026
Great quality
Size Purchased: Medium
Great great quality
Will use for hiking and outdoors
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February 18, 2026
Repeat purchase.
As always, comfortable fit, warm.
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February 18, 2026
Warm and pink!
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Running or Fitness
They are soft and cozy even here in Florida. They are perfect for walking on cold mornings.
Tampa, Florida
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