Teko Organic tekoMERINO Wool Sports Socks

Teko Organic tekoMerino wool socks are seamless sports socks made of sustainably-grown organic wool and chlorine-free recycled polyester. These washable socks also insulate and manage foot moisture to reduce the risk of blisters. The socks are shaped with a heel cup, toe area, and semi-fitted instep to help keep the socks in place. They come in men's and women's versions, shaped for the foot characteristics of each gender. They have light cushioning and won't take up much volume in your shoes.

Many walkers like a wool sock, but remember the days when that meant hand washing and air drying. Today's high tech wool socks can be tossed in the washer and dryer with the rest of your sweaty walking clothes. Teko organic wool socks have an anatomic design that will help prevent blisters, and come out of the washer and dryer in good shape.

Teko uses wool from a group of sustainable, certified organic sheep farms in Argentina. They use no motorized vehicles to herd the sheep, and graze them sustainably. No antibiotics, chemical drenches, hormones or vaccinations are used. The pastures are herbicide and pesticide free. The dyes used are non-toxic.

The socks contain 22% tekoPOLY recycled polyester fiber to make them washable. It is made from 65% post-industrial waste and 35% consumer waste -- all those disposable water bottles. The remainder of the sock is nylon and lycra to give the socks their shape and elasticity.

The socks are anatomically shaped with a heel cup, toe cup, and a fitted instep area to help keep the sock in place. A good fit is important to prevent blisters caused by extra fabric. Teko socks come in women's and men's designs. The women's design has a narrower heel and tapered toe.

I like the light cushioning rather than the heavy padding seen in many sports socks.

I personally avoid most wool socks because I find even cashmere to be itchy. After 45 minutes of walking, I could feel the itch with these socks. I endure the itch of wool socks for winter walking as they provide better cold insulation than polyester socks.

The packaging is fully recyclable. They fold the socks into a cardboard sleeve without using that annoying plastic tie to keep it secured.

Teko socks are made in the USA with wind power and imported wool.

Disclosure: Review items were provided by the manufacturer.