Ragg Wool Socks
Originally having been made by tearing up woolen rags into bits, ragg wool is today a popular choice for use in outdoor wear. Ragg wool has contrasting shades of light and dark, either black or brown and is a coarse and efficient material used in the production of socks.
Ragg wool socks are not the only things that ragg wool is used for, but it is perhaps, the most well known and most sought after items made from ragg wool. Ragg wool socks are thick and very wooly and have been adored and appreciated by many a footsore hiker. Today you could find ragg wool socks that are made of a mix of merino wool and nylon, which is the best combination for most uses. Rag wool socks with a wool and cotton blend however do come in handy for use during hot and humid weather.
According to many backpackers, who would know the best way to look after ragg wool socks, its best to buy your pair of ragg wool socks a size bigger as it is prone to shrink following a hand wash. Backpackers also suggest that it is best to dry your washed ragg wool socks on a sunny boulder and also rubbing them vigorously to help restore their condition.
One of the main problems with ragg wool socks is the fact that many people are allergic to wool and the best way to overcome this problem is to use polypropylene liners under your socks. The other problem is that ragg wool socks tend to shrink and become tighter with every wash, which is why it’s best to buy a size larger as suggested earlier.
One of the most popular brands of ragg wool socks is Wigwam’s El-Pine classics-which are guaranteed to keep your feet warm and cushioned with its rugged 3 ply yarns. Its composition includes 81% wool, 15% nylon and a little bit of spandex for that stretchy comfort. Depending on where you’re buying your comfy pair of El-Pine ragg wool socks, it could cost you between $8 and $13.
Woolrich, which is a leading outdoor clothing company are also well known for their ragg wool socks which sell for about $12 a pair and comes in a few different colors. Their ragg wool socks are also a mix of lycra, nylon and soft merino wool which prevents itching and wicks away any moisture from your feet.