I've got a few pairs of wool socks from pre-veganism, but they're all wearing down and approaching their end of life. I need warm, durable socks that can approach wool's comfort and utility. What do you suggest?

edit: here's an article about why vegans should avoid wool

  • RyanGosling [none/use name]
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    7 months ago

    I don’t think this fits the vegan category, but I think it fits the sustainable category. I found out about Darn Tough socks from Reddit while searching for wool socks.

    They have a lifetime warranty where if you get holes in your sock, they’ll replace them for free and fix up your worn up socks for other purposes. I suppose one can justify it as “the more durable, the less I buy, and the less socks in circulation, the less exploitation.” Though as I’m writing this I’m realizing it’s the vegan comm and not the general questions comm

    • jack [he/him, comrade/them]M
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      7 months ago

      I've seen them listed as vegan socks so I think you're good. I won't ban you.

      Edit: they have both wool and non-wool socks

      • RyanGosling [none/use name]
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        7 months ago

        In that case I recommend them. I’m not a sock aficionado so I can’t speak for other companies, but their replacement policies sold me. My socks tend to last about 1-2 years before getting fucked up, but I would buy generic socks and never paid attention to the material.