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Growing A Greener World.com: Best Gardening Products, Tools & Gear Resource Guide -2015 Holiday Edition


Publish date: Dec. 4, 2015
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Active Gear Review.com: Winter Running Gear Guide


Publish date: Dec. 1, 2015
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Arizona Hikers Guide: Gear Review

GEAR REVIEW | FARM TO FEET SOCKS

December 3, 2015

FARM TO FEET SOCKS


ADVENTURE HIKING SOCKS STARTING AT
$18.00
(BOULDER CREW FEATURED)
Farm to Feet
Company: Farm to Feet
Farm to Feet is a company “committed to the single, simple goal of creating the world’s best wool socks by exclusively using an all-American recipe: US Materials, US Manufacturing, and US Workers”. This company is serious about their products and Arizona Hikers Guide is here to test out just how good these American made socks are!

THE REVIEW


Farm to Feet offers a variety of men’s and women’s socks.
1. Adventure Hike
2. Adventure Sport
3. Adventure Snow
4. Adventure Run
5. Everyday, Sporting, and Tactical/Equestrian
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FEATURES


  • An increased compression from the Achilles through to the middle arch
  • Seamless toe closures
  • Cushioning specific to intended purpose
  • Reinforced structure
  • 22.5 micron U.S. merino wool
  • U.S. Made Nylons
  • US Made Elastic
My wife and I tested three of the Adventure varieties of Farm to Feet socks.  All I can say is that we have been more than impressed with the socks we tested.  My wife even stated that “these socks are the most comfortable things I’ve ever worn” (speaking of the Women’s Greensboro Multisport Low Sock).  I was equally impressed.  We each tested the following in the men’s and women’s varieties; 1. Boulder Crew, 2. Greensboro 3/4 , 3. Greensboro Low
When I got these socks the first thing I noticed was the packaging.  On the cover were faces of actual employees or suppliers of Farm to Feet and their unique stories.  They tell of men and women working in the United States and how important the company is to them.  The marketing message shows just how much the individual lives of each employee counts and how proud they are of the U.S. jobs they have created.  The company really does start at the farm with 100% US products and and ends with 100% US manufacturing, printing, and displays that carry the socks right to your feet.
Over the past few months my wife and I have worn these socks almost non-stop.  We have hiked in them, ran in them, exercised in them, and worn them to work almost daily. I found that I can wear these socks multiple days in a row if needed before washing. Also, I typically will hand wash my socks but have put these in the washer and dryer and they have done just fine.
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WHAT I LIKED

  1. The Feel:   Every sock I tested was comfortable, non-itchy, and hugged my feet.  The arch support was the best part!
  2. US Made:  This company is legit.  They have teamed up with US farmers and manufacturers to provide a completely 100% American made sock.
  3. Durability:  I can only speak for the past few months but these socks have been bullet proof.  Both my wife and myself wear them daily and they have held up great.
  4. Their Guarantee: Several sock companies are moving to the “lifetime guarantee” status and these guys are no exception.  They stand by their product enough to say, “If you are not completely satisfied with the durability or performance of your Farm To Feet socks, then please return them for a replacement or a refund” with no questions asked!

WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE

  1. The Price:  At around $16-20 a pair, it’s hard to justify replacing my everyday socks with these.  Although I will say this, Farm to Feet’s prices are pretty standard in the outdoor sock industry and their guarantee is so good that it makes the purchase worth it.
  2. The Boulder Crew:  This sock, although quality made, did not stand out like the other socks did.  I could not tell the difference in performance between my other (cheaper) wool socks and the Boulder Crew Traditional Hiking sock like I could with the Greensboro models.
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CONCLUSION

The bottom line is that if I could afford to replace every sock I own with Farm to Feet socks I would. I have been so impressed with this company’s product and mission. The socks are incredibly tough yet comfortable. They haven’t shown any signs of wear yet and if at any time I feel like these aren’t living up to Farm to Feet’s standard I have the assurance of a 100% money back lifetime guarantee! This company is a real winner at my house and Casi and I have made the switch from our old hiking socks to these. You can purchase the socks online by clicking the button below or browse the Amazon listings!


Publish date: Dec. 3, 2015
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Blue Ridge Outdoors.com: Outdoor Lovers Holiday Gift Guide 2015

It's time to get in the holiday spirit. And there are few things that get us more excited than the thought of playing with (and buying) some new gear. We've made the list for you to check off as you find the perfect gifts for the outdoor lovers in your life this season.

Farm to Feet Socks “The Roanoke”

Support Roanoke by running in the only sock named after our very own running community. 100% made in the USA with merino wool from the States as well as manufacturing done only here in America. There are dozens of different types in addition to the running sock.
Cost: $19-$24


Publish date: Nov. 30, 2015
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Simple Hydration.com: HOLIDAY WISH LIST FOR RUNNERS – MEN’S EDITION

We shared our holiday wish list of running-related products from the ladies on Monday. Now the guys of the Simple Hydration Ultra Racing and Run Teams share the running-related products they either use or simply want for 2016. Note that the following items are in no specific order.

Justin Collins
Garmin VivoActive
Think of it like a somewhat scaled down “fitness” version of the twice as expensive Fenix. This watch will track, running, walking, biking, swimming, and golf. It works with the Garmin Connect IQ Store where you can upload new watch faces, custom data screens, etc.. Retails around $250 U.S.
Farm to Feet Wool Socks
I recommend the King, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Graduated Compression Sock. These socks are super durable, made in the U.S. from local sources, and keep your feet dry with little to no stink. (that is the beauty of wool)
Black Diamond Storm Headlamp
Bright, up to 50 hours at max 160 lumens output scanning 70 meters, up to 200 hours on low power. Also converts to flashing red light. Multiple modes and settings. For the money, and long dark evening running through the winter it is a great product.
Publish date: Dec. 1, 2015
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The Gear Junkie: Santa’s Helper: Gear Expert’s Top Holiday Gift Ideas

Santa’s Helper: Gear Expert’s Top Holiday Gift Ideas
He’s really a gear expert and a head buyer at a top online retailer. But we tasked Steven “Leon” Lutz to play Santa’s Helper this season to come up with his favorite holiday gift ideas to make shopping easy.
santas helper
Photo by Bianca Cordova Photography
About the elf: Lutz is actually a grown man (who competes in official beard competitions) as well as the head buyer for Backcountry Edge, a family-owned online retailer based in Manheim, Penn. Lutz is a lifelong outdoors junkie and a current middle-of-the pack ultrarunner who strives to be a front-of-the-pack father and husband. See his gear-review videos on the Backcountry Edge YouTube channel, and read on to see some of Lutz’s favorite gear/gift picks for the 2015 holiday season.

Farm To Feet Bend Socks – starting at $17

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Based in North Carolina, Farm to Feet is independently owned and sources all of the merino wool used in its socks from sheep raised by American farmers on American farms. They also just flat out make great-fitting, comfortable, and durable socks. The Bend series, named for the active outdoor Oregon town of the same name, consists of mid-weight socks with full top-to-toe cushioning that offer performance and a touch of style.
Leon’s Take — “I love Farm to Feet’s story, its commitment to sourcing and manufacturing in the U.S. That story would fall flat, however, if the socks didn’t measure up. They do.”
Publish date: Nov. 20, 2015
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Fitness Travel Gear: Farm To Feet Spring Creek Broken Stripe Socks

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Farm To Feet Spring Creek Broken Stripe Socks

Natalie SearsNovember 15, 2015Comments Off on Farm To Feet Spring Creek Broken Stripe Socks
Farm To Feet Spring Creek Broken Stripe Socks
Over the past few years, I’ve been replacing my cotton socks with wool socks. Now I’ve  started allowing a few wool-blend socks in my sock drawer because they’re a bit less expensive that 100% merino wool socks but still offer similar benefits. Farm to Feet Creek Broken Strip Everyday Crew Socks are a perfect example of this type of sock. (This review originally appeared on our sister site, Fancy Green.)
Details
Material(s): 62% merino wool, 36% Nylon, 2% Spandex
Sizes: S (4-6.5), M (7-9.5), L (10-12.5)
Price: $19
Shop: see link below
When I first put them on, and for the first few weeks I wore them, I thought the Farm to Feet Creek Broken Strip Everyday Crew Socks were 100% wool. I didn’t bother to read the packaging, and based on their breathability and comfort, I just assumed they were wool. As it turns out, they’re 62% merino wool, 36% Nylon and 2% Spandex. According to the Farm to Feet website, the nylon fibers are supposed to give the sock more “strength, support, and durability.”
One of the things I like the most about wool socks is that they wick sweat and moisture away so my feet  stay drier and don’t get cold. I work on boats, garden whenever I can, and spend  a lot of time at the barn with my horse, so I’m often wearing rubber boots. My Farm To Feet Spring Creek Everyday crew socks do a great job of keeping my feet dry all day. It’s so nice (and rare) to be able to wear rubber boots without my feet getting clammy or cold.
My Farm To Feet Spring Creek Everyday crew socks are comfortable, stretchy, and soft on my skin. The crew socks come up to mid-calf, and I wear them with tennis shoes and with boots. They’re not too thick, so I can still wear them with my leggings tucked into my boots and they don’t feel bulky.
The Farm To Feet Spring Creek Everyday crew socks have a seamless toe closure so I can’t feel any seams at the end of my toes. That’s a huge bonus. They’re reinforced in the toe and ankle area; so far, after a couple of months of wear, there are no worn areas. One of the features I really like is the snug fit; they feel almost like compression socks. They’re not as tight as typical compression socks, but they make my calves feel energized (you’ll understand this comment if you’ve ever worn compression socks). I would definitely wear these on a long flight because they’d keep my feet dry and help my legs with circulation.
The Farm To Feet Spring Creek Everyday crew socks for women come in three colors (pink, purple, and black) in three sizes. Farm to Feet makes makes a variety of socks for men and women.
Eco Cred: made in the U.S.A.
Bottom Line: A wool blend sock that acts like a 100% wool sock, the Spring Creek Everyday Crew Sock is soft, comfortable, and great at wicking away moisture!
Manufacturer’s Site: farmtofeet.com
Publish date: Nov. 15, 2015
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Pure Wow.com: Here, We Helped You Christmas Shop for All the Men in Your Life

Some people are the easiest to buy for. Your mom will freak over that nifty garlic press. Your work wife can’t get enough Nars lipstick. And your niece: literally anything Taylor Swift. But the duuudes? Dear God, why are the dudes so problematic? Here’s a little shopping inspiration for the Y chromosomes in your life.
Here, We Helped You Christmas Shop for All the Men in Your Life

THE GREATEST SOCKS KNOWN TO MAN

These babies are moisture-wicking, blister-proof, secretly cushioned and made from U.S. wool. Oh, and they come with a lifetime guarantee, so….done?
Farm to Feet ($20)
Publish date: 11/20/15
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