Love these soft socks. They fit my feet/toes well, they are very comfortable when doing my daily walks. I have washed them twice and they do "shed" (for lack of a better word) when you wear them initially. Time will tell if this continues. But I do love them so far!
As a Type-1 diabetic I'm supposed to look after my feet because minor injuries can turn into major infection and amputation real fast, so taking up trail running probably wasn't the smartest choice, but here we are.
My first few efforts in regular department store socks were ok, but as soon as I started hitting about 10kms the misshapen crow's talons I call feet were rubbing, sweating, chafing, blistering, and bleeding... and I was limping back to my car using fence posts as crutches.
I ordered cushioned running-specific socks from Amazon, and they were an improvement, but after 15kms the same issues set in and crippled me.
After seeing nearly unanimous recommendations for Creepers in running groups on social media, I decided to try some, and I'm glad I did.
My next effort was 50kms, in the Creepers.
Zero blistering, zero chaffing, sweat wicked away, and at the end of that 50kms my feet were about the only part of me not breaking down and needing emergency care.
The toe-sock design forces your toes to splay and separate, the merino breathes, the venting on the top aids greatly without being so thin as to cause rubbing from the tongue of my shoe, they stay up and don't bunch, and there's really nothing at all to not love. They even keep your feet from stinking out your car on the drive home, which after 50kms in summer is quite the achievement.
I've worn small holes in my first two pair, but that's preventable if you actually follow their advice and keep your nails trimmed.
After my seven-year-old daughter managed to spill her drink into her sock 40 minutes before the start of her (our) very first official event at Merrell Race Tekapo, I spotted the Creeper's sponsor/vendor tent in the village and dragged her over there praying for a miracle.
They were super helpful, popped her on a stool and helped her try on an XS and S women's, in a purple colourway she loved, and got her ready for the start line just in time.
Not only did she not complain of sore feet or get blisters during the race, she insisted on wearing the damn things back at the hotel, and the next day, and I now have to buy a bunch more because she basically refuses to downgrade back to any other sock.
These socks are quite possibly the greatest foot-oriented technology since some caveman first decided to wrap some animal skin around his feet before walking across the thorns of the African savannah.
If you run, bike, play any kind of sport involving prolonged running and sweating, or if your job requires being on your feet all day, it's difficult to overstate how badly you need these things in your life.
Are they superior to regular socks? Yes.
Do they last as long as Injini toe socks? No, probably not.
Are the benefits of the merino material worth the more frequent replacement? Absolutely.
Why are you still reading this review?
Just figure out your size and put them in your cart already.
Loving my Creepers and in the process of converting ALL my other socks to Creepers.
I wear creepers not just for cycling, running, walking but also when I travel overseas and for social occasions, and like them to match my shoes and outfits. They also keep my toes warm in winter.
I have also recommended Creepers to family.
After PCT hiking and lots of xc skiing in the last year, I developed a whole new variety of blisters and realized I needed to change my blister prevention strategy. I've tried out about 8 different brands of toe socks now and these Creeper socks are in my rotation. The wool never smells despite wearing for several days while traveling. They are sleeker and smoother than other toe socks I own and work better when I want a lighter sock, I turn to them for daily use. The wool tends to ball a bit, this is cosmetic and doesn't bother me.
I have never used toe socks before and they have been a game changer. I have Raynauds and hyperhidrosis which means my feet lose circulation quickly and also sweat a lot. I got these socks about a month ago to manage this and also because of an upcoming tramping trip. I have been wearing the ankle socks for the day to day stuff. Not having my toes rub, as well as my feet not feeling wet is awesome. I just finished 4 days of tramping around Lake Waikeremoana yesterday wearing the boot socks and I have zero blisters.
While I love my ankle socks, they are too thin for me for winter and need to investigate if there is an option of a thicker sock that is not the boot socks.
It took me ages to decide on a size. I am a UK6.5, 39-40, US9 and went with the small. They are a good fit and I think they next size up would be too big. I like my socks to be snug.
I am about to buy 3 more pairs so I have one for every day of the week. Great everyday socks, great for hiking / running ; I like more than the wigwams and smartwools I usually rock
These socks feel so soft on my feet. The toe sleeves really seem to relieve some spots that used to blister between my toes. I laugh when I put them on because my little toes and their immediate neighbors do not like it when I force them to separate, but are happier than ever when I’m wearing the socks! I’ve been wearing them nearly everyday.
Very comfortable but durability was an issue. After only a couple wears the elastic started to come apart.
Toe socks are the next been the best thing since the wheel. Love the fit and feel of these socks. I will never go back to regular socks again.
I have various merino wool and alpaca socks that I like and Creepers has the best performance with moisture control. I often wear them all day long as my feet are dry and toes aren’t squished together.
I have purchased these socks several time for myself and as gifts. As a newer trail runner, these have been amazing for keeping my feet dry and blister free in all kinds of weather and trail conditions. I have one wish and one regret- not purchasing limited colors the minute they are released and wish the knee socks came in other colors!
Love them! Super comfortable, no rubbing, no hot spots, perfect for hours of trail running and creek crossings.
Some of the best wool ratio to price toe socks I've found yet. If you have long toes (like a longer 2nd toe like me) I recommend sizing up. I am a 42/W9.5 so should solidly be a M but my first few pairs were too short in toes and wore holes on the ball of feet pretty quickly. My newer L pairs are all fitting much better and holding up well so far. They do darn well with wool thread if you want to repair and extend life too! I have big calves where long socks often leave marks and can be too tight. I do find that with most of the longer styles - knee high and boot socks a little less so. I mainly stick with the quarter crews for comfort anyways
So comfortable and they really work! Walked 85 km on Old Ghost Road and no blisters at all! Means you can enjoy the hike and not worry about your feet!
Best socks ever. I was sceptical but since wearing them no more black toenails or blisters and that’s with up to 8 hours of training on the trails.
Super comfortable, quick drying, warm… but not too warm.
So impressed… I’ve bought extra pairs for my trainers and some for my hiking boots.
Discovering Creepers socks has been life changing. I now have toe-socks of many colours and I love the way it feels as if every toe has a tailored little scarf wrapped around its, er, neck. They socks are soft and well-fitting fit and they wash beautifully. They feel fantastic in all weathers, and being wool, they don’t smell! I am an outlier in my family for my newfound love of toe socks but I intend to convert them all.
Has been several weeks in these socks and loving them. Training for Feral Ultra, so getting a lot of k’s in them on some pretty gnarly terrain. Always had to tape toes and constantly lost nails.
Since wearing these socks, not lost a nail, and blistering is a thing of the past.
Have recommended these socks to friends. Will definitely buy again.
Had trouble on long hikes with overlapping 3rd and 4th toe and tried different brands of toe socks to protect my piggies. Creepers are definitely the best toe socks I’ve tried. Nice soft wool, amazing breathability and so far have held up well after several washes.
These are the best socks I’ve ever worn!!! From someone who is totally blister prone and has had to cut treks short because of blisters- I have just done a 6 day trek in the Himalayas completely blister free! One of the days was 8 hours in pouring rain with constant slipping and sliding, but my feet remained warm and I literally didn’t even have any soft spots. I even had some other hiking socks with me but I was too nervous to wear them so I made my two pairs of Creepers last 6 days- odour free :)
I accidently found these socks on the net and decided to try them, looking for good merino toe-socks, cushioned but not too hot. I found them! And more: they are so soft, nice for any tender spot in my somewhat older feet (as old as the rest of me: i’m a hiking granny) and the mesh on top makes them really breathable as well. In the meantime they’ve been in the Kaukasus and the Vosges. So i might add that they survived the washingmachine (low temp) well too.
I have been training for a 50k for the past several months. The toes on my right foot were really hurting, so I decided to try Creepers. Wow! What a difference! My toes ( and the rest of me!) are so happy! These socks really help me get in the needed mileage in my training.
Thank you, Creepers!
I bought my Creepers toe socks about a month ago, and I live them! They're comfortable, they don't let my feet get too hot, and the toes are long enough to comfortably fit my long toes (which isn't something you can take for granted in toe socks, I've found). I would highly recommend these socks!