The socks I will be introducing this time are perfect for summer .
The "Wool Mesh Short Socks" were created by applying the know-how and experience we have accumulated through our development of socks for athletes to socks for everyday use.
We use Merino wool, a particularly rare type of wool, which is an extremely fine fiber , and use a special knitting machine to create a mesh structure , making it comfortable for the summer .
[Recommended for]
- Looking for comfortable socks for summer?
- Those who are concerned about sweaty feet
- Those who are concerned about foot odor in the summer
- Those looking for breathable socks for hiking and outdoor activities
Now let's take a look at the features of wool mesh short socks!
It is less likely to get stuffy even in the summer, and has a dry, comfortable feel that increases the feeling of coolness.
Among the various fibers, wool is one of the fibers with excellent moisture absorption and release properties , which is about twice that of cotton and about 40 times that of polyester.
For these reasons, it is also called a "breathing fiber" and it absorbs and releases moisture repeatedly just like breathing. Even if you sweat, it absorbs water and releases moisture. This means that it does not get stuffy and does not feel sticky, and it keeps the skin feeling dry .
In addition, the wool used this time is not just any wool, but ultra-fine merino wool 2/60. It has less pilling, which is typical of wool , and has a smooth finish , which also helps to make it feel cool in the summer.
Another point not to be overlooked is the excellent breathability provided by the mesh structure. Compared to the mesh made on conventional sock knitting machines, these socks are different from other socks in that they have more gaps.
Heat insulation performance similar to that of insulation that blocks heat
As you may know, sheep's wool is not straight but curly. As the wool curls and intertwines, air gets in between the curls, creating a layer of air between the outside air and the fibers . (It is said that about 60% of the air is mixed in.) This layer of air actually acts as an insulator , protecting the wool from the heat and cold of the outside air .
To begin with, wool is a fiber with low thermal conductivity, meaning it does not transfer heat well; it only transfers heat at one-fifth the rate of synthetic fibers such as polyester, and half the rate of cotton, which is often used in underwear.
Stain-resistant and odor-resistant properties reduce foot odor
Many people suffer from sweaty and smelly feet in the summer.
The wool we use this time is a natural plant fiber that has immune functions . This function also gives it excellent deodorizing and antibacterial properties , and it tries to suppress the growth of bacteria and unpleasant sweat odors.
It also has excellent stain resistance . The outer skin of wool is scaly, which repels water , but the inside of the scales contains a moderate amount of moisture, which makes it difficult for static electricity to occur, and therefore does not attract dust or dirt. Thanks to this ability to repel water and to resist the adhesion of dust and dirt, it is difficult for dirt to adhere to it, and even if it does, it is easy to remove the dirt.
High elasticity ensures a perfect fit at all times
Finally, the socks are highly elastic, so they fit snugly even when you move during exercise. As mentioned earlier, the fibers are crimped, which gives them a complex intertwined structure that stretches when pulled and returns to its original shape when released .
This concludes our introduction to the "Wool Mesh Short Length."
I've written about various features, but to sum up, these are the perfect summer socks.
Made with ultra-fine merino wool, these socks have the natural air conditioning properties of "cool in summer," and are smooth to the touch for a refreshing effect. The mesh structure also provides excellent breathability . In addition, the wool's properties mean that they don't get sticky even when you sweat , and the natural antibacterial and deodorizing properties help reduce odors , making them the perfect socks for summer.
We would be delighted if you would try these socks out for summer mountain climbing, outdoor activities, or for everyday use.
[Product Information]
Size: 22-28
Product price: ¥2,420 JPY
Composition: 77% wool, 18% polyester, 3% nylon, 2% polyurethane
MADE IN: Koryo-cho, the town of socks in Nara Prefecture
