Are these socks warm enough for winter hiking?

Yes. They are a heavyweight crew knit from thick yarn with 50% alpaca, which insulates well in cold conditions. They suit cold-weather day hikes, hunting and outdoor work rather than warm-weather trekking.

Do they itch like wool socks?

No sheep's wool or lanolin is used, so people who itch in merino usually find these comfortable. Alpaca fiber is smooth and hypoallergenic.

How should I wash them?

Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, then lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry or bleach; heat and agitation can shrink and mat the knit.

Will they fit inside hiking boots?

They are a thick crew sock, so they fit best in boots with some room. In tight-fitting boots, size up the boot or wear them as camp and cabin socks.

What is the fiber blend?

50% alpaca, 41% acrylic, 8% nylon and 1% Lycra. The acrylic adds bulk and the nylon and Lycra add durability and stretch.

Are they good for someone with a wool allergy?

Yes. They contain no sheep's wool and no lanolin, which is the usual cause of wool itch and reactions.

Where can I buy the Warrior Alpaca Socks Base Camp Hiking Alpaca Crew Socks?

3 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Sun Valley Alpaca Co., Warrior Alpaca Socks.

Warrior Alpaca Base Camp Hiking Crew Socks Price History: $19.98

Q: Where is the Warrior Alpaca Socks Base Camp Hiking Alpaca Crew Socks cheapest?

At Sun Valley Alpaca Co., for $19.98, 18% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

From Sun Valley Alpaca Co.

Heavyweight crew socks flat-knit from thick alpaca yarn in a ragg-wool style for cold-weather insulation
Extra-reinforced toe and heel for durability on the trail
Seamless smooth toe seam helps protect against blisters and friction hotspots
Alpaca fiber wicks moisture away to keep feet drier and warmer
Hypoallergenic and wool-free: no lanolin, no sheep's wool, no itch
Built for hiking, hunting, camping and outdoor work in cold conditions

Sizes: Medium, Large, XLarge
Materials: 50% Alpaca, 41% Acrylic, 8% Nylon, 1% Lycra
Fit: Crew height; heavyweight
Sizing: Sized by US shoe size: Small fits women's 2.5-5.5 / men's 1-4; Medium women's 6-9.5 / men's 4.5-8.5; Large women's 10-13 / men's 9-12; X-Large women's 13.5+ / m
Care: Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. Do not tumble dry. Lay flat to dry. Do not bleach.
Guarantee: 30-day money-back guarantee; pure alpaca guarantee; handmade in Peru, Fair Trade; defect claims must be made within 7 days of receipt.
Shipping: Free U.S. shipping on orders over the stated threshold.

Size chart

Sock Size	Women's US Shoe Size	Men's US Shoe Size
Small	2.5 - 5.5	1 - 4
Medium	6 - 9.5	4.5 - 8.5
Large	10 - 13	9 - 12
X-Large	13.5+	12.5 - 14

About the Warrior Alpaca Socks Base Camp Hiking Alpaca Crew Socks

The Base Camp Hiking Alpaca Socks are heavyweight crew socks for cold-weather outdoor use, including hiking, hunting, camping and working outside. They are flat-knit from thick alpaca yarn in a ragg-wool style and handcrafted in Peru.

The toe and heel are extra-reinforced for durability on the trail. The toe seam is seamless and smooth, which helps reduce friction and blisters. Alpaca fiber wicks moisture away from the foot to help keep it warm and dry.

The socks are hypoallergenic and wool-free, with no lanolin and no sheep's wool.

Material: 50% alpaca, 41% acrylic, 8% nylon, 1% Lycra
Fit: Crew height, heavyweight
Sizing: By US shoe size. Medium: women's 6-9.5 / men's 4.5-8.5. Large: women's 10-13 / men's 9-12
Sizes: Medium, Large, X-Large
Reinforcement: Extra-reinforced toe and heel
Made in: Handcrafted in Peru
Care: Machine wash cold, gentle cycle; do not bleach
Drying: Lay flat to dry; do not tumble dry